Epic Skyline Gondola Buffet Dining Experience Queenstown

From $127.00 NZD Per Adult

The Skyline Gondola Buffet Queenstown experience offers a scenic gondola ride, world-class buffet dining, panoramic alpine views, and unforgettable photo moments.

The experience

The Skyline Gondola Buffet is one of Queenstown’s most iconic and sought-after experiences, combining gourmet dining with breathtaking alpine scenery. Begin your adventure with a scenic gondola ride to the summit of Bob’s Peak, where uninterrupted views of Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables, and Queenstown unfold beneath you.

Once at the top, indulge in a world-class buffet at the renowned Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar. The Skyline Gondola Buffet features an impressive selection of succulent grilled meats, fresh seafood, a wide variety of plant-based dishes, and decadent desserts. Every table is positioned to make the most of the panoramic alpine views, offering a dining experience that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Your visit includes the Skyline Queenstown PhotoPass, ensuring you can capture every unforgettable moment against the breathtaking backdrop. Instantly access and download high-quality images to share with friends and family. Premium printed photos and memorable souvenirs are also available for purchase on-site. For those adding luge rides to their package, action photos from the luge track can be purchased separately at the luge kiosk.

The Skyline Gondola Buffet caters to a variety of dietary needs, offering plant-based, vegetarian, and gluten-free options alongside traditional favourites. Whether you’re dining for lunch or dinner, expect fresh, locally sourced ingredients crafted into a wide array of gourmet dishes.

Important details:

  • Gondola and buffet must be used on the same day

  • Buffet includes plant-based, vegetarian, and gluten-free options

  • PhotoPass included with every gondola ticket

  • Optional luge rides and photo packages available

Operated by Skyline Queenstown, the Skyline Gondola Buffet is perfect for couples seeking a romantic alpine escape, families celebrating special moments, and groups of friends looking to enjoy unbeatable views and unforgettable dining high above Queenstown.

Whether it’s your first visit or a return to a favourite destination, the Skyline Gondola Buffet delivers a flawless combination of food, scenery, and memories every time.

The highlights

The details

Duration
DURATION: Approx - 90 MIN - 3 HRS (Dining duration is 90 minutes.)
TIME OF TOUR: Start from 11:45 PM to 12:45 PM (Lunch)
Check In
Check In closes 40 minutes prior to Lunch time.
Location: 53 Brecon Street, Queenstown 9300.
Transport
No, as our base building is located in CBD. You can self drive to our base building to their dedicated Multi-Storey Car Park.
Located just behind the Skyline Gondola base terminal, our multi-storey car park offers 297 spaces, including spots for motorcycles, bicycles, and accessible parking, along with EV charging stations. Your parking time starts automatically via our license plate recognition system. To pay, simply scan your valid Skyline Gondola ticket at the pay station for a discount, enter your license plate, and settle the balance.
Additional Inclusions
Yes - Stratosfare Restaurant Lunch Buffet

The restrictions

Physical
Walking around the Skyline Base building.
Accessibility
The Skyline complex is wheelchair-friendly, and we often welcome guests in wheelchairs or with any other special requirements. We will always ensure they are fully supported and catered for. We are able to slow or even stop the Gondolas if needed. Our 10-seat Gondola cabins have level loading, allowing wheelchairs to roll straight into the cabin from the loading zone.Unfortunately, the walking tracks outside the complex and the Moonlight Theatre are not wheelchair accessible.
Pregnancy & Babies
Gondola and Lunch is suitable for pregnant women for safety reasons, we do not allow expectant mothers to ride the Luge.
Children
Infant - under 2 YRS / Pre School - 2 - 5 YRS / Child - 6-14 YRS

The common questions

Cameras are recommended, but carried at own risk. No Drones.
Dress for the Weather, closed toe shoes are a must.
YES – there are lockers located at luge entrance – must pay at you own cost.
All trips operate dependent on weather, wind levels for Gondola. Live on their website.
Please note that this activity has a 72hr cancellation policy for a full refund. This is set by the supplier. If you are unable to cancel prior to 72hrs they will make all effort to reschedule you for a future date/time. Please see the their full terms and conditions by clicking the link above.

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