Photos of recent work around Queenstown and the Central-Lakes
RoyalTree provides a full range of arborist services across Queenstown and the surrounding Otago region, including tree removal and dismantling, crown pruning and thinning, hedge cutting, tree and shrub planting, woodchipping, mulch sales, tree preservation advice, and 24-hour emergency tree work.
Yes. RoyalTree specialises in large tree dismantling and removal — including in tight or confined spaces where property damage is a real risk. We use advanced rigging techniques and, where necessary, cranes to ensure every removal is carried out safely and without damage to your home or surroundings.
RoyalTree is the only SiteWise Gold Standard assessed arborist company in Queenstown. SiteWise is an independent pre-qualification system that reviews a contractor’s health and safety capability annually. Achieving Gold Standard means we have demonstrated exceptionally high health and safety systems — giving you confidence that the work is done professionally and safely.
Yes — RoyalTree operates a 24-hour emergency tree service. Whether it’s storm damage, a fallen tree blocking access, or a dangerous limb, our phone is always manned. Please note that callout fees and emergency rates apply.
Our pruning services cover a wide range of techniques, including formative pruning to establish good shape, crown thinning to increase light, deadwooding to remove dead or dying branches, crown lifting to raise low-hanging limbs, reductions for views or sun, pollarding for height management, and general hedge trimming.
Absolutely. Poor species selection is one of the most common — and costly — mistakes property owners make. Our arborists work with mature trees every day and can advise you on exactly how a species will grow over 5, 50, or even 100 years. We’ll help you choose trees that suit your site, your views, and your long-term goals.
Yes. RoyalTree offers on-site woodchipping of green waste and sells woodchip mulch by the cubic metre, with delivery included. Mulch is an excellent natural way to feed your soil, retain moisture, and suppress weeds — and it’s a great way to recycle branches and green waste from your property.
RoyalTree is based in Queenstown and services Queenstown and the wider Otago region, including surrounding lakes and alpine communities. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, get in touch and we’ll let you know.
Getting a quote is simple — just use the enquiry form on the RoyalTree website at royaltree.co.nz, or call us directly on 021 153 3034. We offer free quotes for standard tree work.
Yes. RoyalTree provides tree preservation advice and practical solutions to protect valuable trees during building, landscaping, or development projects. Early consultation is key. Contact us before work begins to assess risks and establish a protection plan.
Yes. In addition to our normal arborist work, RoyalTree offers industrial rope access services. This allows us to safely access difficult structures and locations that would otherwise require scaffolding or elevated work platforms. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
RoyalTree combines professional qualifications, genuine local knowledge, and a personal small-business approach that other operators can’t match.
We’re Queenstown’s only SiteWise Gold Standard arborists, have an outstanding track record with Google reviews, and take pride in honest pricing and getting the job done right. Whether it’s a single tree or a full property, you deal directly with the people doing the work.
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