Underwater Theatre in Queenstown

Discover what’s hidden under Lake Wakatipu

Queenstown’s only underwater theatre takes you on a journey through time and legend beginning many millions of years ago.

Head down two flights of stairs under Lake Wakatipu into our underwater observatory. The famous fish, diving ducks and slinky eels are visible until a large cinema screen descends and you begin your time travel journey. As you wait for the next time jump window to open, you’ll get to see the beautiful love story and Māori Legend of Lake Wakatipu.

Your time travel pilot will guide you back 90 million years, through the time of the dinosaurs, take you to when New Zealand was formed, fly you deep into the earth when the Southern Alps were created and through the glacier that carved out Lake Wakatipu. Ending in present day Queenstown, you then experience adventure activities you can do – all from the comfort of your rumbling seat! 

You then experience 15 minutes of underwater viewing where we feed the famous diving ducks, slinky eels and rainbow & brown trout that lie beneath.

Time Tripper is also available as a birthday party activity.

Want to know more?

• Is this ok for kiddies? Absolutely! Time Tripper is suitable for all ages. Kids love the dinosaurs but Murray the Mosasaur can be a little bit scary! Our child age is 3 – 14, and infants 0 – 2 are free of charge.
• Can you still see the fish? Yes! The slinky eels and diving ducks are still ruling the waters. The experience includes 15 minutes of underwater viewing.
• How often do you blast off? Every 30 minutes from 9.45am till late, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• How long is it? The entire experience takes 30 minutes which includes 15 minutes of underwater viewing.
• What should I wear? Wear something white, florescent or neon and watch yourself glow up as you head down the stairs into our black light theatre.
• Haven’t answered your question? Call our dedicated Time Tripper hotline on (03) 442 8538 or email bookings@timetripper.co.nz