On a rainy day, an animated show is perfect way to learn about the fascinating history of Lake Wakatipu while keeping warm indoors. This state-of-the-art animated show takes you on a journey through time, from the moment the earth was formed to the present day. You'll learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed the earth, how the lake was carved out by a giant glacier. Then view the marine life that now calls it home from the comfort of Queenstown underwater observatory.
Educational animated show about the Maori legend of Lake Wakatipu
See Queenstown millions of years ago, before all of the luxury shops and restaurants arrived
See live eels and trout up close
Fight cabin fever without freezing on a rainy day
What's Included
Queenstown Underwater Observatory
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Main Town Pier
Marine Parade, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Please check in for your Time Tripper session 10 minutes before your booking time, at the Main Town Pier.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
4.5
62 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
We got stuck behind a really slow car that we were unable to over take. We called to ask for a refund as we weren’t going to make it in time for the show but were advised no.
Pretty disappointing considering we couldn’t change our show time
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Hi Magy,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We regret to hear that you were unable to overtake the slow-moving vehicle. Our cancellation policy is 24-hours which does mean that we cannot refund within 24 hours of your booking date and time.
However, we do offer customers the option to move to a later time, allowing for more flexibility.
We hope you enjoyed your visit to Queenstown.
Many thanks,
The Time Tripper Team
Very interesting and joyful experience
Lan_N, Dec 2023
Very interesting and knowledgeable show about history of the earth, New Zealand and Queenstown. Also it’s so much fun 🤩 watching the fishes and ducks swimming in the lake outside of the glass window
Thank You 🙏🏻
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Hi Lan,
Thanks for reviewing your experience of Time Tripper. We are very pleased you enjoyed learning about the history of New Zealand and Queenstown. We love the fish feeding at the end of the show too!
We hope you had a lovely holiday.
Many thanks,
The Time Tripper Team
Must do activity!
Margaretha_R, Apr 2023
The Time Tripper show was super cool and nicely done - a 30 minute activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Enjoyed watching the sea life below the pier before and after the show. The ducks were super cute to watch!
Short and interesting
MuhammadRezwan_S, Mar 2023
It was very interesting to know the history of New Zealand and to see the fish from under the water.
Underwater observatory
disha_g, Oct 2022
History of Queenstown of how it was formed and Maori culture.
Also the seals and diving ducks watching underwater was great experience for kids
From $9.23
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)