Queenstown Gondola
Start your day on the Gondola, enjoying spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu, the town, and soaring peaks.
Even getting here is fun.
Start your day with a Gondola ride, taking you 480m up over Lake Wakatipu to the top of Bob’s Peak. Enjoy spectacular views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, Walter and Cecil Peak, and, of course, Queenstown.
Experience breathtaking Queenstown views
Enjoy views of Cecil Peak
Refuel at Stratosfare Restaurant
Take a few rides on the thrilling Luge
Ride the steepest aerial Gondola in the Southern Hemisphere
Spectacular 220-degree panorama with breath-taking views.
Take a scenic ride in the iconic Skyline Gondola and take in the stunning views as you ride the steepest cable car lift in the Southern Hemisphere!
When you get to the top, enjoy the spectacular views while having a drink from the Bar, take a few rides on the thrilling Luge (once is never enough), refuel with a sumptuous buffet lunch or dinner at Stratosfare Restaurant. There’s more to enjoy!
" The ride to the top was a great experience and well worth doing. The views from the top are fantastic. "
andjanRotherham – Trip Advisor
Frequently Asked Questions:
You’re welcome to book your Gondola tickets online ahead of time here or simply purchase on arrival. We recommend booking ahead to skip the ticket queue and head straight to the Gondola line, it’s the quickest and easiest way to start your Skyline experience, especially during busy periods.
No, the Skyline access road is restricted to commercial vehicles only. Visitors must take the Gondola or hike up the Tiki Trail to reach the complex.
Yes, you can hike the Tiki Trail, a moderate to advanced track with a 400m+ elevation gain. The hike takes around 1–1.5 hours and starts at the Gondola base, finishing at the Skyline complex at the top.
Each cabin can seat up to 10 adults comfortably. Staff will assist in arranging the best seating for families or groups with children.
Yes. Cabins are flush to the boarding platform and can be slowed or stopped for easy boarding. Wheelchairs can be accommodated.
Yes, prams and strollers are welcome and can fit inside the Gondola cabin.
Each Gondola ticket includes one return trip, a ride up to the Skyline complex, where the Luge is located, and a ride back down to the base. The Luge tracks are situated entirely at the top, so after completing your rides, you’ll take the Gondola back down.
No, pets are not permitted on the Gondola or in the Skyline complex. Service animals are permitted.
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