Safety & Our Partners

Safety & Our Partners 

 

Tourism New Zealand

Queenstown Expeditions is a proud partner of Tourism New Zealand. Tourism New Zealand is the official  organisation responsible for marketing New Zealand to the world as a tourist destination. Through the 100% Pure New Zealand campaign we take New Zealand’s story to international markets.

 

Destination Queenstown

Nestled amidst New Zealand’s spectacular alpine landscapes, Queenstown is home to a vibrant community that welcomes you as a temporary local. Wake within stunning surrounds, discover your perfect adventure, and take a tour of our world-class food and wine scene. Come on in, take a look around and start planning your escape to Queenstown.

 

New Zealand Bus & Coach Association  

The Bus and Coach Association (BCA) New Zealand has been the authoritative voice of New Zealand’s bus and coach industry 1931. Fostering efficient and sustainable growth of road passenger transport for the mutual benefit of Association members and all New Zealanders.

 

Port Otago, Port Chalmers

Queenstown Expeditions is proud to be an approved operator with access to Port Otago for Cruise Ship passengers at Port Chalmers in Dunedin. The New Zealand Maritime Security Act 2004 and associated regulations require all those entering ports that service international shipping to work within set rules.  

 

DOC – Department of Conservation New Zealand

We are the government agency charged with conserving New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage. Queenstown Expeditions is approved to operate in the National Parks of New Zealand. This requires special DOC Cards to be displayed in all vehicles entering park area’s.

 

Qualmark New Zealand – Silver Activity Holder

Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality and the world’s first integrated quality assurance system. You can book and buy with confidence knowing that an operator displaying this badge has been independently assessed as being professional and trustworthy. Businesses have to meet an extensive list of criteria to be awarded this New Zealand visitor industry standard.

 

Safety First – Onboard Vehicle Survival Bag

Our vehicles travel through remote and rugged country; this is what it makes it so spectacular. However, there is always the chance when travelling in any wilderness area that a bus can be delayed in getting to its destination due to reasons outside of our control. Our vehicle carries full emergency first aid and survival kits, allowing us to provide comfort and shelter to our travelers in all contingencies.

 

 

5 Star New Zealand Coach Safety Record

The Bus & Coach Association of New Zealand in conjunction with Vehicle Testing New Zealand have developed this grading system to allow operators and the industry to select products in advance with confidence. We have been rated 5 stars.