Floating Sauna & Lake Plunge Experience – Queenstown

5.0
(5 reviews)
Queenstown, New Zealand

1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)

Watershed offers a rare floating sauna experience directly on Lake Whakatipu, with uninterrupted views across the lake to the surrounding alpine mountains.

Guests alternate between handcrafted Finnish saunas and cold plunges in the lake itself, creating a relaxed contrast therapy experience that’s very different from land-based spas.

Located just minutes walk from central Queenstown, Watershed combines easy access with a peaceful, open setting that feels far removed from the crowds.

What's Included

Locker and changing room
Towel
Communal sauna session
Cold plunge pool and lake access
Swimwear
A refill station is available, but you are required to bring your own water bottle.
Parking

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Check in at Watershed Saunas, located on the wharf at 110 Beach Street, St Omer’s Wharf, Queenstown.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Arrive at Watershed on St Omer’s Wharf and check in for your booked session time. Use the changing rooms and lockers provided, then meet your sauna host for a short safety briefing.

Make your way to the floating sauna on Lake Whakatipu and begin your shared session. Spend time in the Finnish sauna, enjoying the heat and lake views.

Cool down between rounds by relaxing on the deck, resting in the cool rooms, or using the plunge pools and lake access points. Move freely between heat, cold and rest as often as you like during your 60-minute session.

At the end of the session, return to reception, change, and collect your belongings.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Spas
Small Group
Best Conversion
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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