Time Tripper Underwater Experience in Queenstown | New Zealand
Travel through time and enjoy this Queenstown family activity, the only underwater experience in the area! Learn about the formation of New Zealand and get to see the animals that have lived in Wakatipu with this immersive theater experience.
- Discover dinosaurs that prowled around the Wakatipu basin 90 million years ago
- Feel the heartbeat of Lake Wakatipu as Queenstown’s Māori legend unfolds.
- See the movie theatre transform into an underwater viewing chamber to reveal the diving ducks, slinky eels and massive trout
- Suitable for all ages, especially kids and adults love dinosaurs
Water Activities
| Water activity type | Underwater sightseeing boat |
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Explore the underwater theatre situated just two flights of stairs down into Queentown’s pier with this exciting and informative underwater adventure!
Travel through time in the comfort of your seat and see how Queenstown looked like 90 million years ago, during the Age of the Dinosaurs. Watch how the formation of New Zealand came to be, as well as the rise of the Southern Alps. Learn about important landscape-altering moments such as how a glacier-carved out Lake Wakatipu as well as the Maori legend on Lake Wakatipu's formation.
After the marvelous and entertaining history lesson, get the chance to feed the present-day inhabitants of Lake Wakatipu: the diving ducks, slinky eels, and rainbow and brown trout!
Don’t miss out on this fun and informative adventure and book this experience now!
Get to see the mosasaurs and moas that once inhabited Lake Wakatipu
Find out about the forbidden love story myth that led to the creation of the lake
Get up close and personal with the species that inhabit Wakatipu
Purchase Notice
- Child price applies for children aged 3-14 years inclusive. Infants 0 – 2 are free and may need to sit on a caregiver's knee
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible, as it is located 5 meters below the water and can only be accessed by two flights of stairs
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Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Time Tripper reserves the right to cancel or postpone sessions at its sole discretion and will re-book or refund the ticket purchase price if a session is cancelled or postponed
Passengers that fail to arrive before the booking time will be classed as no-show without any refund
Please note no filming and for mobile phones to be switched off during show reel. No food and drink permitted in the theatre
It will be recommended to Wear something white, fluorescent or neon and watch yourself glow up as you head down the stairs into our black light theatre
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: Time Tripper Queenstown
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 1 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
Queenstown Airport is about a 15 to 20-minute drive from the town center. The "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" is typically located by Lake Wakatipu in the city center. You can opt for a Connell's Coachlines bus, which is an affordable and direct option to the city center. Alternatively, ride-sharing services or taxis offer a more direct and convenient transfer. Once you arrive in the city center, the experience location is usually within walking distance or a short taxi ride away.
Uber is not currently available in Queenstown. However, you can still utilize other reliable local ride-hailing services such as Green Cabs or Queenstown Taxis. These taxi services are quite popular in and around Queenstown and can conveniently take you to the "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" and other attractions. It is advisable to book your taxi in advance during peak tourist seasons.
The public transport system in Queenstown is primarily operated by Orbus. To get near the "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" from the town center, you can take specific routes that pass through the central bus stations. Using a Bee Card for bus travel is more economical than paying with cash, and you can purchase one at local stores. Bus routes cover the town center and major surrounding areas, making it a convenient way to explore Queenstown. We recommend checking the official Orbus website or consulting local information for the latest route maps and timetables.
Driving to the "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" offers great flexibility for your trip, especially if you plan to explore the surrounding Queenstown area. However, parking in Queenstown's city center is relatively limited and mostly consists of paid parking lots. We suggest parking your vehicle in designated parking areas outside the city center and then walking or taking a short ride to the experience location. Be sure to pay attention to road signs and parking lot regulations to avoid parking violations.
At the "Time Tripper Underwater Experience," when the scene transitions to the underwater viewing chamber, visitors will have the opportunity to observe the rich and unique ecosystem of Lake Wakatipu up close through the large glass windows. You can see diving ducks navigating freely underwater, agile eels swimming by, and large trout active in the depths of the lake, offering an immersive experience into the vibrancy and mysteries of the lake's world.
The "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" cleverly links ancient dinosaurs with New Zealand's geological history through a unique immersive theatrical performance. The experience transports visitors back 90 million years to the Wakatipu Basin, exploring the dinosaur era that once inhabited the region. Subsequently, the story gradually unfolds the formation and evolution of New Zealand from ancient times to the present, allowing visitors to understand the natural history of this land in a captivating way.
The "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" skillfully weaves the profound Maori legends of Lake Wakatipu into its narrative. Through immersive sound and visual effects, visitors can feel the unique and mysterious "heartbeat" of Lake Wakatipu, gaining a deep understanding of the cultural connections and myths passed down through generations between the Maori people and this lake. It is not just a visual feast but also a journey of deep cultural and historical exploration.
The "Time Tripper Underwater Experience" is highly suitable for visitors of all ages and is particularly popular with families with children. Its content combines fascinating dinosaur exploration, underwater creature observation, and interactive theatrical experiences, which can fully satisfy children's curiosity and desire for exploration. At the same time, the rich New Zealand geological history and Maori legends also provide adults with knowledge and enjoyment, making it an ideal family activity choice.
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