Nelson Bays
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Nelson Bays Cruising Guide
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around the Nelson Bays and Abel Tasman National Park.
Overview
See also: Nelson, New Zealand
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Cruising the region
Much of the information here has been provided by Bill McIndoe, a resident of Dunedin and a regular cruiser in the Nelson and Marlborough Sounds region.
Abel Tasman National Park
Twenty-five nautical miles up the coast from Nelson, the Abel Tasman National Park is the locals favourite cruising ground. It's a got-to visit. Great walking track around the coast. Adele Island (west side) and Torrent Bay (south east corner The Anchorage) are the best anchorages but there are others. There is water supply from a constantly running hose at Bark Bay. This hose lies in the water attached to a buoy in a small cove on the northern side of Bark Bay where you anchor appropriately and pick up the hose and its mooring line to shore over your stern. Careful with the rock reefs when making your approach from seaward.
It is a national park with no shops so bring your own food and fuel from Nelson. Supplies can be bought up from Nelson at a cost by local commercial craft. Not particularly good fishing but fish supply in Nelson is extra good.
Kayaking is busy tourist industry here but they are quiet people and silent paddlers. The kayak-transporting fast launches creat a substantial wake but they are confined to a lane on the west side of the Bay. You get used to them; they come with the territory. The colours of the water and sand are stunning.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Weather Information
Sources for weather information:
Regional Radio Nets
- Also see World Cruiser's Nets
VHF and Cellphone Coverage
The transmission from the VHF towers, strategically placed to sneak into most bays, gives good coverage. Communication is excellent and reliable but study the radio channel system for the various areas. Because of the high hills and narrow waterways cellphone coverage is probably 50%. By moving the boat, going out in the dinghy for a clearer line or climbing a hill as did Cook, it can be improved.
References
Books, Guides, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements).
External Links
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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