“Our reward is helping the community and the gratification that comes with helping someone who needs us.”
Coastguard Queenstown
Coastguard Queenstown provides vital search and rescue services on Lake Whakatipu. Powered by dedicated volunteers and corporate sponsorship, it’s a charity dedicated to protecting lives and promoting water safety. Through rigorous training and collaboration with other emergency services, Coastguard Queenstown ensures it is ready to respond whenever someone needs help on our waterways.
Queenstown Airport has supported Coastguard Queenstown since its formation in 2007 and is proud to be a major sponsor of this valuable community service. Our partnership is a natural fit between two organisations that prioritise safety over all else.
For emergency assistance use Channel 16 or call 111, for non-urgent assistance use local VHF channel 5.