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.  

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.

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 traversing any wilderness area that a bus can be delayed in getting to its destination due to reasons outside of our control. Our vehicle carries a full emergency first aid and survival kits, allowing us to provide comfort and shelter to our travellers in all contingencies.

First Aid Certificates

All our drivers hold current First Aid certificates and they know what to do in a medical emergency in a remote area.

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.

Vehicle Reliability

Each vehicle is setup to provide the maximum ride comfort and safety. Our vehicles are regularly inspected, maintained and serviced in our workshops to the highest standards. Vehicles are required to regularly checked the by Vehicle Testing New Zealand Ltd.

Professional Drivers

Our drivers are all professionally trained and continually assessed to ensure we maintain our standards of excellence.

Seat Belts

Our entire vehicle fleet is fitted with individual seat belts.