Christmas Function Packages

Check out our range of Christmas Party packages below and choose something to inspire or thrill your team this festive season.

If you have any questions or would like to create a bespoke event, email our team today - [email protected].

Download our 2026 Christmas Party Brochure here for all the information.

TSS Earnslaw Lake Cruise & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dining

Enjoy a memorable dining experience at Walter Peak High Country Farm, accessed via a return cruise aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw. Set on the shores of Lake Whakatipu at Walter Peak, the Homestead Restaurant offers a unique lakeside setting for your Christmas celebration.

• Available: 9 November – 23 December 2026
• Price from: $169 per person
• Minimum numbers: 10 guests
• Includes: A return TSS Earnslaw cruise, one house beverage per guest, Gourmet BBQ dining & farm show
• Book: Contact our reservations team on 0800 656501 (NZ), 1800 656501 (Australia), +64 3 249 6000, or [email protected]

Spirit of Queenstown Private Charter

Step aboard our modern catamaran, Spirit of Queenstown, for a festive celebration on the water. Cruise across Lake Whakatipu while enjoying uninterrupted views of the Queenstown waterfront, surrounding mountains, and alpine scenery. The private charter setting creates a relaxed and memorable atmosphere, perfect for end-of-year celebrations with colleagues, clients, or friends.

• Available: 9 November – 23 December, 2026
• Price: $4,500 flat fee, plus a grazing table for all guests at $30.00 per person
• Minimum numbers: 10 guests
• Beverage service can be tailored with either a bar tab or a selected beverage package
• Book: Email our events team to book this bespoke charter – [email protected]

Whitewater Rafting on the Shotover River

Trade the boardroom for the river! Raft the Shotover River for an adrenaline-filled team celebration – and if you'd like to keep the day going, add a feed at Canyon Taproom afterwards. An active, memorable way to end the year together, perfect for groups after something a little different from a sit-down meal.

• Available: 9 November – 23 December 2026
• Price from: $1260 per person
• Minimum numbers: 10 guests
• Optional add-on: Canyon Taproom Feed the Table afterwards (pizza, chips and fried chicken) at $45.00 per person – limited availability, please confirm at time of enquiry. Capped at a maximum of 50 guests.
• Minimum age 13 (guardian conditions apply for guests 18 and under)
• Book: Contact our reservations team on 0800 656501 (NZ), 1800 656501 (Australia), +64 3 249 6000, or [email protected]

Whitewater Rafting on the Kawarau River

Trade the boardroom for the river! Raft the Kawarau River for the perfect introduction to whitewater rafting – and if you'd like to keep the day going, add a feed at Canyon Taproom afterwards. An active, memorable way to end the year together, perfect for groups after something a little different from a sit-down meal.

• Available: 9 November – 23 December 2026
• Price from: $199 per person
• Minimum numbers: 10 guests
• Optional add-on: Canyon Taproom Feed the Table afterwards (pizza, chips and fried chicken) at $45.00 per person – limited availability, please confirm at time of enquiry. Capped at a maximum of 50 guests.
• Minimum age 13 (guardian conditions apply for guests 18 and under)
• Book: Contact our reservations team on 0800 656501 (NZ), 1800 656501 (Australia), +64 3 249 6000, or [email protected]

T&Cs for all Chrsitmas Function Packages

• All bespoke bookings or private charters must be made directly with the RealNZ events team at [email protected].
• Standard packages must be booked with the RealNZ reservations team at [email protected], 0800 656501 (NZ), 1800 656501 (Australia), +64 3 249 6000.
• A minimum of 10 guests is required to qualify for a Christmas Party package rate.
• Real Rewards (locals) pricing cannot be applied to these packages.
• Standard terms & conditions apply, learn more here.