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An online cruising guide for sailing around New Zealand.<br />
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'''New Zealand''' (Aotearoa, or the "Land of the Long White Cloud") comprises two main islands, the North and South Islands, ''Te Ika a Maui'' and ''Te Wai Pounamu'' respectively in Maori, and a number of smaller islands, located near the centre of the water hemisphere. [[Cook Strait]], 20 km wide at its narrowest point, separates the North and South Islands. The total land area of 268,680 km<sup>2</sup> (103,738 mi<sup>2</sup>) is a little less than that of [[Italy]] and [[Japan]] and a little more than the [[United Kingdom]].<br />
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The country extends more than 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles) along its main, north-north-east axis, with approximately 15,134 km (9,404 mi) of coastline. The most significant of the smaller inhabited islands include Stewart Island/Rakiura; Waiheke Island, in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf; Great Barrier Island, east of the Hauraki Gulf; and the Chatham Islands, named Rekohu by Moriori. The country has extensive marine resources, with the seventh-largest Exclusive Economic Zone in the world, covering over four million square kilometres (1.5 million sq mi), more than 15 times its land area.<br />
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New Zealanders generally have a relaxed, can-do attitude and will have a go at trying to fix pretty much anything with a few improvised materials and tools.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ223 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - northern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
: NZ224 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - southern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
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[http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/charts/where-to-buy-charts/chart-retailers LINZ Retailers Page].<br />
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''Also see individual regions''.<br />
<br />
==Weather==<br />
New Zealand's climate is complex and varies from warm subtropical in the far north to cool temperate climates in the far south, with severe alpine conditions in the mountainous areas.<br />
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Mountain chains extending the length of New Zealand provide a barrier for the prevailing westerly winds, dividing the country into dramatically different climate regions. The West Coast of the South Island is the wettest area of New Zealand, whereas the area to the east of the mountains, just over 100 km away, is the driest.<br />
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Most areas of New Zealand have between 600 and 1600 mm of rainfall, spread throughout the year with a dry period during the summer. Over the northern and central areas of New Zealand more rainfall falls in winter than in summer, whereas for much of the southern part of New Zealand, winter is the season of least rainfall.<br />
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Mean annual temperatures range from 10°C in the south to 16°C in the north of New Zealand. The coldest month is usually July and the warmest month is usually January or February. In New Zealand generally there are relatively small variations between summer and winter temperatures, although inland and to the east of the ranges the variation is greater (up to 14°C). Temperatures also drop about 0.7°C for every 100 m of altitude.<br />
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Sunshine hours are relatively high in areas that are sheltered from the west and most of New Zealand would have at least 2000 hours annually. The midday summer solar radiation index (UVI) is often very high in most places and can be extreme in northern New Zealand and in mountainous areas. Autumn and spring UVI values can be high in most areas.<br />
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Most snow in New Zealand falls in the mountain areas. Snow rarely falls in the coastal areas of the North Island and west of the South Island, although the east and south of the South Island may experience some snow in winter. Frosts can occur anywhere in New Zealand and usually form on cold nights with clear skies and little wind. (From NIWA New Zealand Weather)<br />
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Sources of weather forecasting:<br />
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* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/index.jsp?mt=gfs&mc=mslp&mso=0&lt=wzcountry&lc=nz Weatherzone general Au & NZ]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/ Weatherzone (Passages)] (For passage planning - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* [http://www.wetterzentrale.de/topkarten/fsavnaus.html Wetterzentrale] (German website - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* Marine weather forecasts broadcast several times each day on VHF and SSB Radio channels.<br />
* [http://www.yit.co.nz/gulf-harbour-radio Gulf Harbour Radio] runs a daily weather schedule on HF frequency 8116 or 8752 at 1915 UTC. See [[World_MM_Nets|Cruiser's Maritime Mobile HF Nets]] for more details.<br />
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===Weather Zones===<br />
The coastal weather zones in New Zealand have names like "Abel", "Cook", "Conway", "Grey", etc. It is quite difficult to get a description of what these weather zones are and where their borders are. A call to one of the Marine Radio operators on VHF 16 will usually be able to resolve which weather zone you are currently in, but the weather forecasts for the weather zones on VHF don't specify the parameters of those weather zones (unlike, for example, in Australia, where the weather forecast will be preceded by a description like "Hunter Coast, between Broken Bay and Seal Rocks and 60nm seawards, points which can be found on the standard charts). [https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/images/recreational/communications/radio-coverage-full-map.png See Map] listing VHF channel by area.<br />
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There is a hover-over map on the [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service] web site under "Marine and Ocean" but it's difficult to make a screen capture of this map for use while cruising. Study the map that has been captured here and make a note of the weather zone names before venturing into them.<br />
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None of the commonly available NZ cruising guides contain a map or a description of these weather zones.<br />
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In general, these weather zones lack granularity. For example, the weather in the part of the "Conway" zone north of Kaikoura bears little resemblance to the weather in Pegasus Bay. This has the effect of reducing the accuracy of the wind and wave forecasts heard on VHF. Some forecasts will give a variation in wind strength in the northern or southern part of the weather zone but treat these as a general guide only, and don't rely on them to have any degree of accuracy.<br />
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NowCast is a continuous weather reporting offered on fixed VHF Channels (Specific Channel varies by area). Along with forecasts it gives real time values for wind conditions at fixed sites - great if you are anchored in a storm! Check for latest map [https://www.coastguard.nz/boating-safely/marine-weather at NZ Coast Guard website]<br />
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===Note on Accuracy of NZ Weather Forecasts===<br />
In general, I have found that NZ weather forecasts as issued by the NZ Met Service are highly unreliable. The level of unreliability increases the further south you go. Cruisers who are used to hearing a weather forecast in other parts of the world and making assumptions about the accuracy of the forecast wind speed or direction will need to reset their expectations on entering NZ waters. In particular the weather in many parts of NZ is highly changeable during the course of a day, and the NZ met service make no attempt to take this into account -- their forecasts are usually only indicative of the approximate average wind strengths during the day, and a rough guide to which direction the wind may be coming from at some time in the day (although on 3 out of 5 occasions I have listened to recently and experienced the conditions, the forecast wind direction was not correct for any part of the day).<br />
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GRIB files or other sources of weather information from privately operating weather forecasters or overseas weather agencies should be considered when entering New Zealand.<br />
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==Passages==<br />
* [[Trans Pacific ("Puddle-Jump")]] - East to West<br />
* [[Trans-Pacific Passage - West to East]]<br />
* [[New Zealand to Australia]]<br />
* [[Australia to New Zealand]]<br />
* [[New Zealand to Tonga or Fiji]]<br />
* [[Tonga or Fiji to New Zealand]]<br />
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==Islands==<br />
====North Island (from North to South)====<br />
* [[Bay of Islands]] - NE North Island - includes Opua, Russell and lots of beautiful islands<br />
* [[Hauraki Gulf]] - NE North Island - includes Auckland Region, the inside of the Coromandel Peninsula, and Great Barrier Island<br />
* [[Manukau Harbour]] - West Coast: SW of the Auckland isthmus, and opens out into the Tasman Sea<br />
* [[Bay of Plenty]] - East Coast stretches from the Coromandel Peninsula in the west to Cape Runaway in the east, Includes Tauranga<br />
* [[Poverty Bay]] - East Coast: Includes Gisborne<br />
* [[Hawkes Bay]] - East Coast: Includes Napier<br />
* [[Cook Strait]] - Separating the North and South<br />
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====South Island====<br />
* [[Nelson Bays]] -- Tasman Bay and Golden Bay.<br />
* [[Marlborough Sounds]]<br />
* [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
* [[Fiordland]] (has data)<br />
* [[Foveaux Strait]]<br />
* [[Stewart Island]]<br />
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====Chatham Archipelago====<br />
* [[Pitt Island]]<br />
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==Communication==<br />
===Far North Radio===<br />
[http://www.whangareimarina.com/node/133 Far North Radio] has taken over the HF services previously offered by Russell Radio.<br />
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: 1800-1900 hours New Zealand daylight time - 6.516MHz<br />
: 1900-1930 hours New Zealand daylight time - 4.417MHz<br />
: Areas covered: Fiji, Tonga, Vanuatu, Kaipara, Brett<br />
: Phone: 09 406 1423 (24/7)<br />
: VHF Channels: 60 East Coast, 61 North Cape to the Kings, 83 West Coast<br />
: VHF Weather Broadcasts: 0730, 1330, 1730 and 1930 on request<br />
: E-mail contact: [mailto:miss5kitty1@yahoo.co.nz Annette Hall]<br />
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===Russell Radio===<br />
[http://www.russellradio.org.nz/ Russell Radio] - for frequency and schedules, check out their website. Now operates out of Russell in the [[Bay of Islands]] on VHF 63 for local boaters only (e.g. anyone coming into or going out of [[Opua]]). They formerly operated an HF service but this has been discontinued.<br />
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: Will inform Customs and Immigration of your ETA; if you have pets, they will also inform Quarantine.<br />
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===Gulf Harbour Radio===<br />
[http://www.yit.co.nz/gulf-harbour-radio Gulf Harbour Radio] also offers HF services in the [[South Pacific]]<br />
: 8116 kHz or 8752 kHz, Monday-Saturday NZST 7:15am<br />
: May - November<br />
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''Also see [[World_MM_Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.<br />
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==Navigation==<br />
''See individual regions''.<br />
<br />
==Entrance==<br />
====Arrival====<br />
Upon entry in New Zealand territorial waters, the Q-flag must be hoisted and remain aloft until the yacht has been cleared inside port. The first entry into New Zealand from a foreign port MUST be made at an official port of entry.<br />
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On approaching an official port of entry you must attempt to announce your arrival by calling ''Taupo Maritime Radio'' on VHF via their coastal relay stations. If unable to contact them, the local port authority can forward your arrival ''confirmation''. Your actual arrival must be be announced to the "port of entry" on VHF16.<br />
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{{Note}} "Taupo Maritime Radio" maintains a continuous watch on 2182kHz, 8291kHz, 4125kHz, 6215kHz and 16420kHz. You can also contact them by phone: Ph: +64 9 359 6655 or +64 25 961 375 (after hours). A phone report may also be made to MAF in Auckland, Tel. +64 9 366 0345, +64 9 309 9093 or +64 274 975 171 (after hours).<br />
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If you are unable to contact the authorities by radio and therefore arrive "unannounced", the skipper (alone) must immediately make contact with Customs or the Police by phone and return immediately to the yacht - no other crew to go ashore until the clearance procedures have been completed.<br />
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Customs and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) quarantine officers will meet you on arrival. Clearance will be completed by Customs (also handles Immigration) and a Quarantine officer (after a thorough yacht inspection).<br />
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Note that all of the above also applies to New Zealand yachts arriving from offshore.<br />
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''From the New Zealand Customs Fact Sheet No. 32'':<br />
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: {{Red|'''N.B.'''}} New Zealand legislation requires the master of every craft en-route to New Zealand to provide certain information at least 48 hours prior to the expected arrival time in New Zealand territorial waters (12 nautical miles from the coastline). The information required includes:<br />
:* Full details of the vessel.<br />
:* Estimated date and time of arrival.<br />
:* The Customs port of entry at which the vessel will arrive.<br />
:* Full details of all crew and passengers on board.<br />
:* The name of the originating port and subsequent ports visited en-route to New Zealand.<br />
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You can provide this information by:<br />
* Facsimile sheet — use the form in the New Zealand Border Agencies Information Pack for Yachts and Small Craft and fax it to +64-3-358 0069, or<br />
* [http://www.customs.govt.nz/inprivate/arrivalbyprivatecraft/yachtsandsmallcraft/Pages/default.aspx Customs Website] Download and complete the forms listed, and return them by fax or email.<br />
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=====Contacts=====<br />
* New Zealand Customs Service, Marine Section, PO Box 29, Auckland. Ph: +64 (0)9 307 6516, Fax: +64 (0)9 359 6692. [mailto:yachts@customs.govt.nz Email]<br />
* Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF). Ph: +64 9 256 8547. [http://www.maf.govt.nz/quarantine/ Website], [mailto:enquiry@maf.govt.nz Email] - (information on quarantine inspection and regulations affecting onboard pets)<br />
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====Departure====<br />
Departure must be made from an official "Port of entry". Advise the New Zealand Customs Service at least 72 hours ahead of your intended departure to arrange for customs/immigration clearance. Once your clearance certificate has been issued, you must to go to sea within a "reasonable" time and any delays must be reported to Customs.<br />
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===Customs and Immigration===<br />
====Immigration====<br />
* Passports must be valid for at least three months beyond intended departure date. Australian citizens do not need visas nor do citizens of the European Union (except for Greece whose passports were issued BEFORE 1/1/2006), Bahrain, Brunei, Chile, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, Norway, United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Israel, Korea (South), Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, USA, Brazil, Canada, Iceland, Kuwait, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland and Uruguay<br />
* A three month visitor's permit is granted on arrival. Visas can be renewed through the Ministry of Immigration<br />
* British citizens may stay for up to six months on a visitor's permit. Permission to stay beyond the maximum permitted period may be granted if the yacht needs to undergo repairs, or if you need to wait out the South Pacific hurricane season (October to April). Maximum length of stay is twelve months<br />
* It is required that all crew show availability of funds of $400 NZ per month if living on the yacht. Crew disembarking in New Zealand will be required to show an onward ticket, or sufficient funds to purchase one. The owner of the yacht must prove ownership and supply evidence of adequate 3rd party insurance<br />
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An Immigration officer can be contacted by phone at: Ph: +64 9 914 4100 or fax the New Zealand Immigration National Contact Centre on Fax: +64 9 914 4100.<br />
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====Customs====<br />
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and will be held in police custody until your departure. (The police MAY approve an onboard safe that will be sealed until your departure)<br />
* Keep medicines in their original packing - these should be accompanied by a valid prescription<br />
* Items such as flick-knives, swordsticks, knuckle-dusters, (and anything that can be termed a weapon) are prohibited<br />
* List (and declare) all equipment other than fixtures - these will not be subject to duty if remaining on board and re-exported on departure (some items may be sealed by Customs). Items to be landed must be declared to customs on arrival. Goods imported into New Zealand such as radios and navigation equipment require a Temporary Import form and a deposit to cover duty and sales tax, which will be refunded on re-export. If imported permanently, they will be subject to duty<br />
* All foreign yachts entering New Zealand on a temporary basis must fill in a "Temporary Import" form. The duty payable is assessed, and this amount is set by declaration on entry (the current rate is 19.7% - Aug'08). The yacht must leave New Zealand within 24 months of entry otherwise this duty is due on the yacht and its equipment. Extensions are not normally given beyond this limit unless a medical emergency prevents departure.<br />
* The duty-free allowance for each person on arrival is three 1,125ml (1.25 litre) bottles of spirits and 4.5 litres of wine or beer. Amounts in excess of this will be liable for customs charges<br />
*The duty-free allowance for each person on arrival is 50 cigarettes or 50 grams of tobacco. Amounts in excess will be liable for customs charges. In practice customs will generally spread this allowance amongst all crew.<br />
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=====Note on GST Free Purchases=====<br />
Each foreign vessel, on entering NZ waters, is given a '''Temporary Import Permit''' (TIP). This allows the owner of the vessel to purchase GST (tax) free supplies for the vessel, as long as those supplies are then exported from New Zealand. Different vendors will handle this TIP in different ways, for example:<br />
* [http://www.burnsco.co.nz Burnsco] will take a copy of the TIP and issue the owner with a "cruiser card". This entitles the holder to GST free on all purchases from Burnsco on showing the card, plus some occasional discounts on specific items.<br />
* Some vendors will fill in the details on the reverse of the TIP, and offer GST free prices on relevant purchases.<br />
* Some vendors will take a copy of the TIP and offer GST free prices on relevant purchases.<br />
* Some vendors will state that the TIP is not valid for New Zealand and refuse to offer GST free prices. This information is incorrect.<br />
* Some vendors will state that this is not how GST is handled in New Zealand, and refuse to offer GST free prices. They will inform you that you must claim a GST refund on exiting the country. This information is also incorrect, New Zealand has no GST refund scheme on any purchase that includes GST in the price while made in New Zealand.<br />
* I strongly suspect that vendors who fall into the latter two categories are simply too lazy to do the correct GST paperwork, and that some are perhaps rorting the system. Caveat emptor.<br />
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The TIP must be surrendered to customs when leaving New Zealand. Customs officers may choose to inspect items listed on the reverse of the TIP to ensure that they are still on the vessel and are about to be exported from New Zealand.<br />
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====Restrictions====<br />
=====Quarantine=====<br />
New Zealand has very strict regulations on the importation of animals, animal and plant products. It is advisable to arrive with a minimum of fresh stores. Items that must not be landed are fruit, vegetables, plant products, foodstuffs, eggs and waste from these items, pot plants, meat and animal products. All waste must be disposed of through the proper garbage disposal system including egg containers. The quarantine officer will explain this on arrival. Until such stores are consumed or destroyed the yacht will be under surveillance and restricted to berthing at a wharf where these garbage facilities are available. Organic garbage should be disposed of before entering New Zealand territorial waters. The quarantine officer may also inspect for pesticides, which must be of a formula registered in New Zealand. This can include insecticide sprays, cockroach traps and antifouling.<br />
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Obtain written authority before taking anything ashore such as bicycles, motorcycles, sporting equipment, etc.<br />
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Items that are likely or certain to be confiscated during a quarantine inspection include:<br />
* Honey and any other bee products.<br />
* Chicken and any other products of poultry origin.<br />
* Unsprouted whole seeds.<br />
* Opened packets or tins containing meat products, or meat products of uncertain origin.<br />
* Fresh fruit and vegetables.<br />
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Items that passed a recent quarantine inspection include:<br />
* Tinned meat (beef, not chicken) products clearly labelled.<br />
* Frozen beef mince still in its original packaging (from Australia, meat from other countries is likely to be taken)<br />
* Tinned vegetables clearly labelled.<br />
* UHT treated fruit juice in its original packaging.<br />
* Dried fruit and vegetables.<br />
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It is important to declare anything that may potentially pose a quarantine risk, if it does not pose a risk then you will be allowed to keep it, if not then it will be confiscated. If something is not declared but discovered during the inspection of the vessel then heavy fines can result.<br />
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===Health and Security===<br />
====Health====<br />
Travelers to Rotorua should note that due to geothermal activity the town smells of sulphur, which may cause problems for some with sensitive noses. You get used to it, and the scenery is worth the trouble.<br />
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====Security====<br />
You'll find that for the most part Kiwi's are friendly and helpful. And whilst most locals are honest there is a criminal minority. So take the same care of yourself, boat and your belongings as you would anywhere. Be especially careful to avoid having to walk anywhere late at night, even in small towns.<br />
Most NZ Police Officers are not armed.<br />
<br />
==Internet in New Zealand==<br />
With the widespread roll-out of fibre optic cable within New Zealand, and the slow but steady adoption of 3G+ and 4G wireless broadband services by various carriers, New Zealand is becoming a major internet hub and a place where reasonably priced mobile internet can be found.<br />
<br />
There are 3 major carriers for 3G+ / 4G in New Zealand. They are:<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spark_New_Zealand Spark NZ] formerly Telecom NZ<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2degrees 2 Degrees]<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vodafone_New_Zealand Vodafone]<br />
<br />
Generally speaking I have found that the coverage offered by Spark NZ is somewhat better than the other carriers. In addition, some Spark NZ plans come with access to a certain amount of free WiFi coverage at a range of hot-spots which are in fact re-branded telephone booths -- the old telephone booths that used to be found on many street corners have not been removed in New Zealand as they have in other countries but are quickly becoming WiFi hotspots.<br />
<br />
Certain places in New Zealand offer free WiFi. Many city centre cafes do so with a purchase, and some public libraries also offer free WiFi which may be available outside the library when the library is closed.<br />
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All 3 carriers will sell SIM cards with pre-pay plans offering both calls and data. Check with the carriers' latest offerings to find one suitable for your needs.<br />
<br />
==Berthing==<br />
[[image:Poe.jpg]] = Port of entry, [[Image:Island icon.png]] = Island, [[image:Marina_icon.png]] = Marina, [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] = Harbor, [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] = Anchorage, [[image:Question_icon.png]] = Needs data.<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="margin: 1em auto 1em auto;" <br />
|- bgcolor="#ABCDEF" align="center"<br />
| '''North Island''' || '''South Island'''<br />
|-<br />
|id "North Island" valign="top" |<br />
: [[Auckland]] ([[image:Poe.jpg]]SuperYachts Only) [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
<br />
: [[Gisborne]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Gulf Harbour]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: Mana Harbour see Wellington<br />
: [[Napier]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[New Plymouth]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Opua]] ([[Bay of Islands]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
: [[Tauranga]] ([[Bay of Plenty]]) [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Wellington]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Waikawa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Wairoa]] ([[Hawkes Bay]]) [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whangarei]] [[image:Poe.jpg] - Marsden Cove Marina]<br />
: [[Whangaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whitianga]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
<br />
|id="South Island" valign="top"|<br />
<br />
: [[Christchurch|Christchurch (Lyttleton)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Akaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Dunedin]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Greymouth]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Hokitika]]<br />
: [[Invercargill|Invercargill (Bluff)]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Nelson]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Oamaru]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Oban]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[Stewart Island]]<br />
: [[Picton, NZ|Picton]] ([[Marlborough Sounds]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]]<br />
: [[Timaru]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
<br />
|}<br />
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==[http://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Category:Islands_-_New_Zealand External Territories]==<br />
* [[South Pacific]]<br />
** [[Chatham Islands]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
** [[Kermadec Islands]]<br />
** [[Niue]]<br />
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* Sub-Antarctic<br />
** Antipodes Islands<br />
** Auckland Islands<br />
** Bountry Islands<br />
** Campbell Island<br />
** The Snares<br />
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===Inland Lakes===<br />
* '''North Island'''<br />
** [[Rotorua]]<br />
*** [[Lake Rotorua]]<br />
** [[Taupo]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Taupo]]<br />
* '''South Island'''<br />
** [[Queenstown]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Wakatipu]]<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
Several air lines service international routes from/to New Zealand. Whilst the majority of flights arrive/depart Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown also have international airports.<br />
* Air New Zealand<br />
* Qantas<br />
* Jetstar<br />
<br />
''See main section: [[Transportation in New Zealand]]''.<br />
<br />
==Friends==<br />
Sharron and Brian in the [[Whangarei Marina]] are very helpful with information to the cruising boats.<br />
<br />
==Forums==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/new-zealand.html New Zealand Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]<br />
* [http://www.cruiserlog.com/forums/tags/new%20zealand.html New Zealand tag on Cruiser Log]<br />
* [http://www.crew.org.nz Crew.Org.nz, a New Zealand run forum, with free membership, that will give you access to local sailors in all parts of the country]<br />
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==Links==<br />
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==References==<br />
* {{Reference| Hamilton, Mary|Coastal Cruising Handbook|Royal Akarana Yacht Club, PO box 42004, Orakei, Auckland, New Zealand|9780473157920}} - covers Three Kings islands to Cape Kidnappers<br />
* {{Reference|Murray, Keith W. J|New Zealand Cruising Guide for Central Area|available all Burnsco branches}} - essential reference for the Marlborough Sounds <br />
* {{Reference|Noel Bell|A Boaties Guide to Fiordland|Mana Cruising Club, PO box 57045, Mana, New Zealand|154158875}} - covers Fiordland<br />
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Boat Books NZ have a [http://www.boatbooks.co.nz/cruznz.html page here] on various guides to the North Island and a [http://www.boatbooks.co.nz/cruznz2.html page here] on various guides to the South Island.<br />
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==Useful Apps==<br />
* Cruise Guide for Marlborough Sounds - free app. Largely based on Keith Murray's Cruising Guide for Central Area above <br />
* Sail NZ - iPad app only - Cruising guide with Free Planning and in app purchases for specific area details (anchorage and other information) - still rolling out for all areas. But if you are not in a hurry keep an eye out for special offers/discounts for full set. E.g. in Dec 2018 they were offering full (current) set for $18.99 US<br />
* Met Service Marine App - for marine weather info<br />
* NZ Fishing Rules App - for quotas and size limits, etc.<br />
* MarineMate - has some basics - ramps, tides, VHF etc.. - not amazing but worth having regardless - country wide<br />
* Coastguard NZ App - Has trip reporting, weather (nowcast) reports, etc..<br />
* News: NZ Herald app - get a regular dose of Kiwi (and international) news<br />
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* SV Wiskun = We were in NZ between 2003 to 2007. As of this period, incoming overseas yachts were given 6 months Temporary Import Entry. Most cruisers who applied for extensions were given up to 1 year; however there must be a valid reason given, i.e. health, ongoing repairs on the yacht; etc. The first time we applied for an extension, we flew out of the country and sent the application for extension from overseas. We even enclosed a self addressed envelope purchased in NZ before we left. Our application was granted within 3 weeks. If ongoing repairs is the reason, they do come to the boatyard to check. Applications for further extensions may be granted based on valid reasons, but a security bond may have to be placed based on the value of the vessel. Our suggestion upon arrival is to declare as low as possible, the value of your vessel.<br />
* Note re Visitors Visa. You get 3 months on arrival. Can be extended after filling in paper work and fee. Might be easier to organize a longer visa before arrival. Eg. from the NZ Consulate in [[Tonga]].<br />
* [[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- Arrived in Nelson NZ in December 2013 and was given a 2 year Temporary Import Permit. The form said 1 year but the customs officer explained that the time period had recently been extended to 2 years. I don't know if this is applies only to Australian vessels or those from all countries as well.<br />
* [[User:Haiqu|Haiqu]] -- Temporary Import is now 24 months for all yachts and small craft, ref. Customs Fact Sheet #32. The text in the Customs section has been corrected to show this.<br />
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An online cruising guide for sailing around New Zealand.<br />
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'''New Zealand''' (Aotearoa, or the "Land of the Long White Cloud") comprises two main islands, the North and South Islands, ''Te Ika a Maui'' and ''Te Wai Pounamu'' respectively in Maori, and a number of smaller islands, located near the centre of the water hemisphere. [[Cook Strait]], 20 km wide at its narrowest point, separates the North and South Islands. The total land area of 268,680 km<sup>2</sup> (103,738 mi<sup>2</sup>) is a little less than that of [[Italy]] and [[Japan]] and a little more than the [[United Kingdom]].<br />
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The country extends more than 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles) along its main, north-north-east axis, with approximately 15,134 km (9,404 mi) of coastline. The most significant of the smaller inhabited islands include Stewart Island/Rakiura; Waiheke Island, in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf; Great Barrier Island, east of the Hauraki Gulf; and the Chatham Islands, named Rekohu by Moriori. The country has extensive marine resources, with the seventh-largest Exclusive Economic Zone in the world, covering over four million square kilometres (1.5 million sq mi), more than 15 times its land area.<br />
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New Zealanders generally have a relaxed, can-do attitude and will have a go at trying to fix pretty much anything with a few improvised materials and tools.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ223 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - northern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
: NZ224 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - southern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
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[http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/charts/where-to-buy-charts/chart-retailers LINZ Retailers Page].<br />
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''Also see individual regions''.<br />
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==Weather==<br />
New Zealand's climate is complex and varies from warm subtropical in the far north to cool temperate climates in the far south, with severe alpine conditions in the mountainous areas.<br />
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Mountain chains extending the length of New Zealand provide a barrier for the prevailing westerly winds, dividing the country into dramatically different climate regions. The West Coast of the South Island is the wettest area of New Zealand, whereas the area to the east of the mountains, just over 100 km away, is the driest.<br />
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Most areas of New Zealand have between 600 and 1600 mm of rainfall, spread throughout the year with a dry period during the summer. Over the northern and central areas of New Zealand more rainfall falls in winter than in summer, whereas for much of the southern part of New Zealand, winter is the season of least rainfall.<br />
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Mean annual temperatures range from 10°C in the south to 16°C in the north of New Zealand. The coldest month is usually July and the warmest month is usually January or February. In New Zealand generally there are relatively small variations between summer and winter temperatures, although inland and to the east of the ranges the variation is greater (up to 14°C). Temperatures also drop about 0.7°C for every 100 m of altitude.<br />
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Sunshine hours are relatively high in areas that are sheltered from the west and most of New Zealand would have at least 2000 hours annually. The midday summer solar radiation index (UVI) is often very high in most places and can be extreme in northern New Zealand and in mountainous areas. Autumn and spring UVI values can be high in most areas.<br />
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Most snow in New Zealand falls in the mountain areas. Snow rarely falls in the coastal areas of the North Island and west of the South Island, although the east and south of the South Island may experience some snow in winter. Frosts can occur anywhere in New Zealand and usually form on cold nights with clear skies and little wind. (From NIWA New Zealand Weather)<br />
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Sources of weather forecasting:<br />
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* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/index.jsp?mt=gfs&mc=mslp&mso=0&lt=wzcountry&lc=nz Weatherzone general Au & NZ]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/ Weatherzone (Passages)] (For passage planning - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* [http://www.wetterzentrale.de/topkarten/fsavnaus.html Wetterzentrale] (German website - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* Marine weather forecasts broadcast several times each day on VHF and SSB Radio channels.<br />
* [http://www.yit.co.nz/gulf-harbour-radio Gulf Harbour Radio] runs a daily weather schedule on HF frequency 8116 or 8752 at 1915 UTC. See [[World_MM_Nets|Cruiser's Maritime Mobile HF Nets]] for more details.<br />
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===Weather Zones===<br />
The coastal weather zones in New Zealand have names like "Abel", "Cook", "Conway", "Grey", etc. It is quite difficult to get a description of what these weather zones are and where their borders are. A call to one of the Marine Radio operators on VHF 16 will usually be able to resolve which weather zone you are currently in, but the weather forecasts for the weather zones on VHF don't specify the parameters of those weather zones (unlike, for example, in Australia, where the weather forecast will be preceded by a description like "Hunter Coast, between Broken Bay and Seal Rocks and 60nm seawards, points which can be found on the standard charts). [https://www.maritimenz.govt.nz/images/recreational/communications/radio-coverage-full-map.png See Map] listing VHF channel by area.<br />
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There is a hover-over map on the [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service] web site under "Marine and Ocean" but it's difficult to make a screen capture of this map for use while cruising. Study the map that has been captured here and make a note of the weather zone names before venturing into them.<br />
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None of the commonly available NZ cruising guides contain a map or a description of these weather zones.<br />
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In general, these weather zones lack granularity. For example, the weather in the part of the "Conway" zone north of Kaikoura bears little resemblance to the weather in Pegasus Bay. This has the effect of reducing the accuracy of the wind and wave forecasts heard on VHF. Some forecasts will give a variation in wind strength in the northern or southern part of the weather zone but treat these as a general guide only, and don't rely on them to have any degree of accuracy.<br />
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NowCast is a continuous weather reporting offered on fixed VHF Channels (Specific Channel varies by area). Along with forecasts it gives real time values for wind conditions at fixed sites - great if you are anchored in a storm! Check for latest map [https://www.coastguard.nz/boating-safely/marine-weather at NZ Coast Guard website]<br />
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===Note on Accuracy of NZ Weather Forecasts===<br />
In general, I have found that NZ weather forecasts as issued by the NZ Met Service are highly unreliable. The level of unreliability increases the further south you go. Cruisers who are used to hearing a weather forecast in other parts of the world and making assumptions about the accuracy of the forecast wind speed or direction will need to reset their expectations on entering NZ waters. In particular the weather in many parts of NZ is highly changeable during the course of a day, and the NZ met service make no attempt to take this into account -- their forecasts are usually only indicative of the approximate average wind strengths during the day, and a rough guide to which direction the wind may be coming from at some time in the day (although on 3 out of 5 occasions I have listened to recently and experienced the conditions, the forecast wind direction was not correct for any part of the day).<br />
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GRIB files or other sources of weather information from privately operating weather forecasters or overseas weather agencies should be considered when entering New Zealand.<br />
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==Passages==<br />
* [[Trans Pacific ("Puddle-Jump")]] - East to West<br />
* [[Trans-Pacific Passage - West to East]]<br />
* [[New Zealand to Australia]]<br />
* [[Australia to New Zealand]]<br />
* [[New Zealand to Tonga or Fiji]]<br />
* [[Tonga or Fiji to New Zealand]]<br />
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==Islands==<br />
====North Island (from North to South)====<br />
* [[Bay of Islands]] - NE North Island - includes Opua, Russell and lots of beautiful islands<br />
* [[Hauraki Gulf]] - NE North Island - includes Auckland Region, the inside of the Coromandel Peninsula, and Great Barrier Island<br />
* [[Manukau Harbour]] - West Coast: SW of the Auckland isthmus, and opens out into the Tasman Sea<br />
* [[Bay of Plenty]] - East Coast stretches from the Coromandel Peninsula in the west to Cape Runaway in the east, Includes Tauranga<br />
* [[Poverty Bay]] - East Coast: Includes Gisborne<br />
* [[Hawkes Bay]] - East Coast: Includes Napier<br />
* [[Cook Strait]] - Separating the North and South<br />
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====South Island====<br />
* [[Nelson Bays]] -- Tasman Bay and Golden Bay.<br />
* [[Marlborough Sounds]]<br />
* [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
* [[Fiordland]] (has data)<br />
* [[Foveaux Strait]]<br />
* [[Stewart Island]]<br />
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====Chatham Archipelago====<br />
* [[Pitt Island]]<br />
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==Communication==<br />
===Far North Radio===<br />
[http://www.whangareimarina.com/node/133 Far North Radio] has taken over the HF services previously offered by Russell Radio.<br />
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: 1800-1900 hours New Zealand daylight time - 6.516MHz<br />
: 1900-1930 hours New Zealand daylight time - 4.417MHz<br />
: Areas covered: Fiji, Tonga, Vanuatu, Kaipara, Brett<br />
: Phone: 09 406 1423 (24/7)<br />
: VHF Channels: 60 East Coast, 61 North Cape to the Kings, 83 West Coast<br />
: VHF Weather Broadcasts: 0730, 1330, 1730 and 1930 on request<br />
: E-mail contact: [mailto:miss5kitty1@yahoo.co.nz Annette Hall]<br />
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===Russell Radio===<br />
[http://www.russellradio.org.nz/ Russell Radio] - for frequency and schedules, check out their website. Now operates out of Russell in the [[Bay of Islands]] on VHF 63 for local boaters only (e.g. anyone coming into or going out of [[Opua]]). They formerly operated an HF service but this has been discontinued.<br />
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: Will inform Customs and Immigration of your ETA; if you have pets, they will also inform Quarantine.<br />
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===Gulf Harbour Radio===<br />
[http://www.yit.co.nz/gulf-harbour-radio Gulf Harbour Radio] also offers HF services in the [[South Pacific]]<br />
: 8116 kHz or 8752 kHz, Monday-Saturday NZST 7:15am<br />
: May - November<br />
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''Also see [[World_MM_Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.<br />
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==Navigation==<br />
''See individual regions''.<br />
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==Entrance==<br />
====Arrival====<br />
Upon entry in New Zealand territorial waters, the Q-flag must be hoisted and remain aloft until the yacht has been cleared inside port. The first entry into New Zealand from a foreign port MUST be made at an official port of entry.<br />
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On approaching an official port of entry you must attempt to announce your arrival by calling ''Taupo Maritime Radio'' on VHF via their coastal relay stations. If unable to contact them, the local port authority can forward your arrival ''confirmation''. Your actual arrival must be be announced to the "port of entry" on VHF16.<br />
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{{Note}} "Taupo Maritime Radio" maintains a continuous watch on 2182kHz, 8291kHz, 4125kHz, 6215kHz and 16420kHz. You can also contact them by phone: Ph: +64 9 359 6655 or +64 25 961 375 (after hours). A phone report may also be made to MAF in Auckland, Tel. +64 9 366 0345, +64 9 309 9093 or +64 274 975 171 (after hours).<br />
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If you are unable to contact the authorities by radio and therefore arrive "unannounced", the skipper (alone) must immediately make contact with Customs or the Police by phone and return immediately to the yacht - no other crew to go ashore until the clearance procedures have been completed.<br />
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Customs and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) quarantine officers will meet you on arrival. Clearance will be completed by Customs (also handles Immigration) and a Quarantine officer (after a thorough yacht inspection).<br />
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Note that all of the above also applies to New Zealand yachts arriving from offshore.<br />
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''From the New Zealand Customs Fact Sheet No. 32'':<br />
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: {{Red|'''N.B.'''}} New Zealand legislation requires the master of every craft en-route to New Zealand to provide certain information at least 48 hours prior to the expected arrival time in New Zealand territorial waters (12 nautical miles from the coastline). The information required includes:<br />
:* Full details of the vessel.<br />
:* Estimated date and time of arrival.<br />
:* The Customs port of entry at which the vessel will arrive.<br />
:* Full details of all crew and passengers on board.<br />
:* The name of the originating port and subsequent ports visited en-route to New Zealand.<br />
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You can provide this information by:<br />
* Facsimile sheet — use the form in the New Zealand Border Agencies Information Pack for Yachts and Small Craft and fax it to +64-3-358 0069, or<br />
* [http://www.customs.govt.nz/inprivate/arrivalbyprivatecraft/yachtsandsmallcraft/Pages/default.aspx Customs Website] Download and complete the forms listed, and return them by fax or email.<br />
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=====Contacts=====<br />
* New Zealand Customs Service, Marine Section, PO Box 29, Auckland. Ph: +64 (0)9 307 6516, Fax: +64 (0)9 359 6692. [mailto:yachts@customs.govt.nz Email]<br />
* Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF). Ph: +64 9 256 8547. [http://www.maf.govt.nz/quarantine/ Website], [mailto:enquiry@maf.govt.nz Email] - (information on quarantine inspection and regulations affecting onboard pets)<br />
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====Departure====<br />
Departure must be made from an official "Port of entry". Advise the New Zealand Customs Service at least 72 hours ahead of your intended departure to arrange for customs/immigration clearance. Once your clearance certificate has been issued, you must to go to sea within a "reasonable" time and any delays must be reported to Customs.<br />
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===Customs and Immigration===<br />
====Immigration====<br />
* Passports must be valid for at least three months beyond intended departure date. Australian citizens do not need visas nor do citizens of the European Union (except for Greece whose passports were issued BEFORE 1/1/2006), Bahrain, Brunei, Chile, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, Norway, United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Israel, Korea (South), Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, USA, Brazil, Canada, Iceland, Kuwait, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland and Uruguay<br />
* A three month visitor's permit is granted on arrival. Visas can be renewed through the Ministry of Immigration<br />
* British citizens may stay for up to six months on a visitor's permit. Permission to stay beyond the maximum permitted period may be granted if the yacht needs to undergo repairs, or if you need to wait out the South Pacific hurricane season (October to April). Maximum length of stay is twelve months<br />
* It is required that all crew show availability of funds of $400 NZ per month if living on the yacht. Crew disembarking in New Zealand will be required to show an onward ticket, or sufficient funds to purchase one. The owner of the yacht must prove ownership and supply evidence of adequate 3rd party insurance<br />
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An Immigration officer can be contacted by phone at: Ph: +64 9 914 4100 or fax the New Zealand Immigration National Contact Centre on Fax: +64 9 914 4100.<br />
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====Customs====<br />
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and will be held in police custody until your departure. (The police MAY approve an onboard safe that will be sealed until your departure)<br />
* Keep medicines in their original packing - these should be accompanied by a valid prescription<br />
* Items such as flick-knives, swordsticks, knuckle-dusters, (and anything that can be termed a weapon) are prohibited<br />
* List (and declare) all equipment other than fixtures - these will not be subject to duty if remaining on board and re-exported on departure (some items may be sealed by Customs). Items to be landed must be declared to customs on arrival. Goods imported into New Zealand such as radios and navigation equipment require a Temporary Import form and a deposit to cover duty and sales tax, which will be refunded on re-export. If imported permanently, they will be subject to duty<br />
* All foreign yachts entering New Zealand on a temporary basis must fill in a "Temporary Import" form. The duty payable is assessed, and this amount is set by declaration on entry (the current rate is 19.7% - Aug'08). The yacht must leave New Zealand within 24 months of entry otherwise this duty is due on the yacht and its equipment. Extensions are not normally given beyond this limit unless a medical emergency prevents departure.<br />
* The duty-free allowance for each person on arrival is three 1,125ml (1.25 litre) bottles of spirits and 4.5 litres of wine or beer. Amounts in excess of this will be liable for customs charges<br />
*The duty-free allowance for each person on arrival is 50 cigarettes or 50 grams of tobacco. Amounts in excess will be liable for customs charges. In practice customs will generally spread this allowance amongst all crew.<br />
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=====Note on GST Free Purchases=====<br />
Each foreign vessel, on entering NZ waters, is given a '''Temporary Import Permit''' (TIP). This allows the owner of the vessel to purchase GST (tax) free supplies for the vessel, as long as those supplies are then exported from New Zealand. Different vendors will handle this TIP in different ways, for example:<br />
* [http://www.burnsco.co.nz Burnsco] will take a copy of the TIP and issue the owner with a "cruiser card". This entitles the holder to GST free on all purchases from Burnsco on showing the card, plus some occasional discounts on specific items.<br />
* Some vendors will fill in the details on the reverse of the TIP, and offer GST free prices on relevant purchases.<br />
* Some vendors will take a copy of the TIP and offer GST free prices on relevant purchases.<br />
* Some vendors will state that the TIP is not valid for New Zealand and refuse to offer GST free prices. This information is incorrect.<br />
* Some vendors will state that this is not how GST is handled in New Zealand, and refuse to offer GST free prices. They will inform you that you must claim a GST refund on exiting the country. This information is also incorrect, New Zealand has no GST refund scheme on any purchase that includes GST in the price while made in New Zealand.<br />
* I strongly suspect that vendors who fall into the latter two categories are simply too lazy to do the correct GST paperwork, and that some are perhaps rorting the system. Caveat emptor.<br />
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The TIP must be surrendered to customs when leaving New Zealand. Customs officers may choose to inspect items listed on the reverse of the TIP to ensure that they are still on the vessel and are about to be exported from New Zealand.<br />
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====Restrictions====<br />
=====Quarantine=====<br />
New Zealand has very strict regulations on the importation of animals, animal and plant products. It is advisable to arrive with a minimum of fresh stores. Items that must not be landed are fruit, vegetables, plant products, foodstuffs, eggs and waste from these items, pot plants, meat and animal products. All waste must be disposed of through the proper garbage disposal system including egg containers. The quarantine officer will explain this on arrival. Until such stores are consumed or destroyed the yacht will be under surveillance and restricted to berthing at a wharf where these garbage facilities are available. Organic garbage should be disposed of before entering New Zealand territorial waters. The quarantine officer may also inspect for pesticides, which must be of a formula registered in New Zealand. This can include insecticide sprays, cockroach traps and antifouling.<br />
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Obtain written authority before taking anything ashore such as bicycles, motorcycles, sporting equipment, etc.<br />
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Items that are likely or certain to be confiscated during a quarantine inspection include:<br />
* Honey and any other bee products.<br />
* Chicken and any other products of poultry origin.<br />
* Unsprouted whole seeds.<br />
* Opened packets or tins containing meat products, or meat products of uncertain origin.<br />
* Fresh fruit and vegetables.<br />
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Items that passed a recent quarantine inspection include:<br />
* Tinned meat (beef, not chicken) products clearly labelled.<br />
* Frozen beef mince still in its original packaging (from Australia, meat from other countries is likely to be taken)<br />
* Tinned vegetables clearly labelled.<br />
* UHT treated fruit juice in its original packaging.<br />
* Dried fruit and vegetables.<br />
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It is important to declare anything that may potentially pose a quarantine risk, if it does not pose a risk then you will be allowed to keep it, if not then it will be confiscated. If something is not declared but discovered during the inspection of the vessel then heavy fines can result.<br />
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===Health and Security===<br />
====Health====<br />
Travelers to Rotorua should note that due to geothermal activity the town smells of sulphur, which may cause problems for some with sensitive noses. You get used to it, and the scenery is worth the trouble.<br />
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====Security====<br />
You'll find that for the most part Kiwi's are friendly and helpful. And whilst most locals are honest there is a criminal minority. So take the same care of yourself, boat and your belongings as you would anywhere. Be especially careful to avoid having to walk anywhere late at night, even in small towns.<br />
Most NZ Police Officers are not armed.<br />
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==Internet in New Zealand==<br />
With the widespread roll-out of fibre optic cable within New Zealand, and the slow but steady adoption of 3G+ and 4G wireless broadband services by various carriers, New Zealand is becoming a major internet hub and a place where reasonably priced mobile internet can be found.<br />
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There are 3 major carriers for 3G+ / 4G in New Zealand. They are:<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spark_New_Zealand Spark NZ] formerly Telecom NZ<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2degrees 2 Degrees]<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vodafone_New_Zealand Vodafone]<br />
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Generally speaking I have found that the coverage offered by Spark NZ is somewhat better than the other carriers. In addition, some Spark NZ plans come with access to a certain amount of free WiFi coverage at a range of hot-spots which are in fact re-branded telephone booths -- the old telephone booths that used to be found on many street corners have not been removed in New Zealand as they have in other countries but are quickly becoming WiFi hotspots.<br />
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Certain places in New Zealand offer free WiFi. Many city centre cafes do so with a purchase, and some public libraries also offer free WiFi which may be available outside the library when the library is closed.<br />
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All 3 carriers will sell SIM cards with pre-pay plans offering both calls and data. Check with the carriers' latest offerings to find one suitable for your needs.<br />
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==Berthing==<br />
[[image:Poe.jpg]] = Port of entry, [[Image:Island icon.png]] = Island, [[image:Marina_icon.png]] = Marina, [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] = Harbor, [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] = Anchorage, [[image:Question_icon.png]] = Needs data.<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="margin: 1em auto 1em auto;" <br />
|- bgcolor="#ABCDEF" align="center"<br />
| '''North Island''' || '''South Island'''<br />
|-<br />
|id "North Island" valign="top" |<br />
: [[Auckland]] ([[image:Poe.jpg]]SuperYachts Only) [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
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: [[Gisborne]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Gulf Harbour]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: Mana Harbour see Wellington<br />
: [[Napier]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[New Plymouth]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Opua]] ([[Bay of Islands]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
: [[Tauranga]] ([[Bay of Plenty]]) [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Wellington]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Waikawa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Wairoa]] ([[Hawkes Bay]]) [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whangarei]] [[image:Poe.jpg] - Marsden Cove Marina]<br />
: [[Whangaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whitianga]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
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: [[Christchurch|Christchurch (Lyttleton)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Akaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Dunedin]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Greymouth]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Hokitika]]<br />
: [[Invercargill|Invercargill (Bluff)]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Nelson]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Oamaru]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Oban]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[Stewart Island]]<br />
: [[Picton, NZ|Picton]] ([[Marlborough Sounds]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]]<br />
: [[Timaru]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
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|}<br />
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==[http://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Category:Islands_-_New_Zealand External Territories]==<br />
* [[South Pacific]]<br />
** [[Chatham Islands]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
** [[Kermadec Islands]]<br />
** [[Niue]]<br />
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* Sub-Antarctic<br />
** Antipodes Islands<br />
** Auckland Islands<br />
** Bountry Islands<br />
** Campbell Island<br />
** The Snares<br />
<br />
===Inland Lakes===<br />
* '''North Island'''<br />
** [[Rotorua]]<br />
*** [[Lake Rotorua]]<br />
** [[Taupo]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Taupo]]<br />
* '''South Island'''<br />
** [[Queenstown]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Wakatipu]]<br />
<br />
==Transportation==<br />
Several air lines service international routes from/to New Zealand. Whilst the majority of flights arrive/depart Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown also have international airports.<br />
* Air New Zealand<br />
* Qantas<br />
* Jetstar<br />
<br />
''See main section: [[Transportation in New Zealand]]''.<br />
<br />
==Friends==<br />
Sharron and Brian in the [[Whangarei Marina]] are very helpful with information to the cruising boats.<br />
<br />
==Forums==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/new-zealand.html New Zealand Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]<br />
* [http://www.cruiserlog.com/forums/tags/new%20zealand.html New Zealand tag on Cruiser Log]<br />
* [http://www.crew.org.nz Crew.Org.nz, a New Zealand run forum, with free membership, that will give you access to local sailors in all parts of the country]<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
* {{wikipedia}}<br />
* {{Wikivoyage}}<br />
* <br />
<br />
==References==<br />
* {{Reference| Hamilton, Mary|Coastal Cruising Handbook|Royal Akarana Yacht Club, PO box 42004, Orakei, Auckland, New Zealand|9780473157920}} - covers Three Kings islands to Cape Kidnappers<br />
* {{Reference|Murray, Keith W. J|New Zealand Cruising Guide|Steven William Publishers, PO box 13521, Johnsonville, Wellington, New Zealand|9780959784893}} - central area, covers Cape Palliser to Farewell Spit<br />
* {{Reference|Noel Bell|A Boaties Guide to Fiordland|Mana Cruising Club, PO box 57045, Mana, New Zealand|154158875}} - covers Fiordland<br />
<br />
Boat Books NZ have a [http://www.boatbooks.co.nz/cruznz.html page here] on various guides to the North Island and a [http://www.boatbooks.co.nz/cruznz2.html page here] on various guides to the South Island.<br />
<br />
==Useful Apps==<br />
* Cruise Guide for Marlborough Sounds - free app. Largely based on Keith Murray's Cruising Guide for Central Area above <br />
* Sail NZ - iPad app only - Cruising guide with Free Planning and in app purchases for specific area details (anchorage and other information) - still rolling out for all areas. But if you are not in a hurry keep an eye out for special offers/discounts for full set. E.g. in Dec 2018 they were offering full (current) set for $18.99 US<br />
* Met Service Marine App - for marine weather info<br />
* NZ Fishing Rules App - for quotas and size limits, etc.<br />
* MarineMate - has some basics - ramps, tides, VHF etc.. - not amazing but worth having regardless - country wide<br />
* Coastguard NZ App - Has trip reporting, weather (nowcast) reports, etc..<br />
* News: NZ Herald app - get a regular dose of Kiwi (and international) news<br />
<br />
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{{Comments}}<br />
* SV Wiskun = We were in NZ between 2003 to 2007. As of this period, incoming overseas yachts were given 6 months Temporary Import Entry. Most cruisers who applied for extensions were given up to 1 year; however there must be a valid reason given, i.e. health, ongoing repairs on the yacht; etc. The first time we applied for an extension, we flew out of the country and sent the application for extension from overseas. We even enclosed a self addressed envelope purchased in NZ before we left. Our application was granted within 3 weeks. If ongoing repairs is the reason, they do come to the boatyard to check. Applications for further extensions may be granted based on valid reasons, but a security bond may have to be placed based on the value of the vessel. Our suggestion upon arrival is to declare as low as possible, the value of your vessel.<br />
* Note re Visitors Visa. You get 3 months on arrival. Can be extended after filling in paper work and fee. Might be easier to organize a longer visa before arrival. Eg. from the NZ Consulate in [[Tonga]].<br />
* [[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- Arrived in Nelson NZ in December 2013 and was given a 2 year Temporary Import Permit. The form said 1 year but the customs officer explained that the time period had recently been extended to 2 years. I don't know if this is applies only to Australian vessels or those from all countries as well.<br />
* [[User:Haiqu|Haiqu]] -- Temporary Import is now 24 months for all yachts and small craft, ref. Customs Fact Sheet #32. The text in the Customs section has been corrected to show this.<br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal city. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina, but you'll need to supply your own hose.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt (both single and 3-phase) but, as above, supply your own cable.<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
<br />
Cruisers, as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to do and see. The marina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and so much is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street (10 minute walk from marina) where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, day trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. And people, machines, animals there all work on 'Gissy time'. Albert Einstein never visited Gisborne and so never factored Gissy time into his equations, but Gissy time runs slower than everywhere else in the Universe. <br />
<br />
The main streets are attractive, safe and clean, with 'courtesy crossings' for pedestrians crossing the wide streets (the streets are actually so wide that when crossing it's helpful to have drinks and snacks if walking with children as you'll all need to take a rest between traffic lanes). Graffiti free, lined with palm trees, and interesting statues walking around Gisborne is a real pleasure. The walk across the old railway bridge right beside the marina is a must! <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
Many within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaurants. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3-4 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. Nor are there any stops between Napier and Wellington.<br />
<br />
The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers (very prominent on a clear day) if the plan is further south to [[Wellington]].<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to be be going around around East Cape to either [[Tauranga]] or [[Auckland]]. The Cape is at least a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays to the north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in any of bays with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's a transit with plenty of water between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
If heading north with some time to spare, a sail past White Island can be dramatic. White Island is an active volcanoe situated about 30 miles north of the Whakatane township.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal city. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina, but you'll need to supply your own hose.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt (both single and 3-phase) but, as above, supply your own cable.<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3-4 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. Nor are there any stops between Napier and Wellington.<br />
<br />
The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers (very prominent on a clear day) if the plan is further south to [[Wellington]].<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to be be going around around East Cape to either [[Tauranga]] or [[Auckland]]. The Cape is at least a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays to the north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in any of bays with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's a transit with plenty of water between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
If heading north with some time to spare, a sail past White Island can be dramatic. White Island is an active volcanoe situated about 30 miles north of the Whakatane township.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
<br />
<br />
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{{Contributors|[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]}}<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal city. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3-4 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. Nor are there any stops between Napier and Wellington.<br />
<br />
The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers (very prominent on a clear day) if the plan is further south to [[Wellington]].<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to be be going around around East Cape to either [[Tauranga]] or [[Auckland]]. The Cape is at least a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays to the north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in any of bays with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's a transit with plenty of water between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
If heading north with some time to spare, a sail past White Island can be dramatic. White Island is an active volcanoe situated about 30 miles north of the Whakatane township.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
<br />
<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3-4 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. Nor are there any stops between Napier and Wellington.<br />
<br />
The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers (very prominent on a clear day) if the plan is further south to [[Wellington]].<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to be be going around around East Cape to either [[Tauranga]] or [[Auckland]]. The Cape is at least a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays to the north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in any of bays with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's a transit with plenty of water between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
If heading north with some time to spare, a sail past White Island can be dramatic. White Island is an active volcanoe situated about 30 miles north of the Whakatane township.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
<br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3-4 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. Nor are there any stops between Napier and Wellington.<br />
<br />
The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers (very prominent on a clear day) if the plan is further south to [[Wellington]].<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to be be going around around East Cape to either [[Tauranga]] or [[Auckland]]. The Cape is at least a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays to the north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in any of bays with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's a transit with plenty of water between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
If heading north with some time to spare, a sail past White Island can be dramatic. White Island is an active volcanoe situated about 30 miles north of the Whakatane township.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
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<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
<br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
If driving, in either direction, ensure the vehicle's fuel tank is full at Gisborne. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
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* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was compounded when the railway line was washed away in 2012 and with the Govt's decision that it wont be repaired. <br />
<br />
The city is located on state highway (SH) 2 linking Gisborne to Napier (215 k's south), and Opotiki 145 k's north. Don't be fooled that these roads form a portion of SH 2, this is outback New Zealand. And whilst both roads are fully tar sealed, and picturesque, they are narrow and often follow beside rivers in steep gullies. The trip to Opotiki is even worse, although picture perfect during daylight.<br />
<br />
Bus services north (through Opotiki to Rotorua) and south to Napier are provided by two rival national companies; Inter City and Naked Bus. At Rotorua and Napier connections allow transit to anywhere in NZ. All services leave from the Information Centre (I-Site) at 209 Grey Street and tickets can also be bought here. Be aware that most services leave before the I-Site is open so either buy ticket online or the previous day. <br />
<br />
The small airport provides (very expensive) daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
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: {{GreenText|Rod Heikell, <cite>Greek Waters Pilot</cite>, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010), ISBN 9780852889718}}<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Bike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. be aware that it's very difficult to rent a car for a one way hire.<br />
<br />
Push and electric bikes are available for rent from several bike stores.<br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
{{GreenText|Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:}}<br />
: {{GreenText|<code><nowiki>{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot|Imray|Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010)|9780852889718}}</nowiki></code>, expands to}}<br />
: {{GreenText|Rod Heikell, <cite>Greek Waters Pilot</cite>, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010), ISBN 9780852889718}}<br />
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* {{Reference|Author|Title|Publisher|ISBN number}}<br />
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<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There are self operated laundries within short distances (do google search). The laundries are mostly 'key' service and so are available 24 hours. You purchase a key from an adjacent shop/business (clearly displayed in the windows), and so you'll need to visit that business during business hours to buy your key.<br />
<br />
Typically they'll also sell some incredibly overpriced washing powder so it's best to travel with a supply on the boat.<br />
<br />
====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of the marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There's a coin operated laundry within a short taxi ride.<br />
<br />
====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
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: {{GreenText|Rod Heikell, <cite>Greek Waters Pilot</cite>, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010), ISBN 9780852889718}}<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation (here are NO visitors berths). Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be very very rolly in an Easterly swell. Boats also anchor just inside the entrance to the harbour channel on the left of the breakwater (opposite the large ship berth).<br />
<br />
===Gisborne Tatapouri Sports Fishing Club===<br />
<br />
Found right alongside the marina, the fishing club is basically a large and popular pub. They offer a temporary membership for about $15 that covers all crew members. As well as the usual cafe/bar services the club has wonderful showers, and WIFI.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of Thetis marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There's a coin operated laundry within a short taxi ride.<br />
<br />
====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at night, channel lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing. You sail in towards the beach getting closer and closer to the breakers, until finally the markers open and you turn 90° to follow the channel (very disconcerting on your first visit) that soon becomes a river. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in.<br />
<br />
Warning: the beach mentioned above is a lee shore in any variant of NE thru S and can have big swell waves. Also it is a wonderful sandy beach and so a very popular spot for surfing. When the swell is strong it surges right up into the harbour.<br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zealand ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
==Customs Entry/Exit==<br />
Customs clearance is available at Gisborne but Customs' Officers travel up from Napier as required (a 3 hour drive), so raising a Q flag is a waste of time. Always give at least 24 hours notice by radio. Customs use an old grey barge at the entrance to the marina for the formalities and you'll be asked to berth against it.<br />
<br />
==Berthing Options==<br />
Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. There are visitors berths in the small boat harbour/marina. <br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be a little rolly in an Easterly swell.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of Thetis marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There's a coin operated laundry within a short taxi ride.<br />
<br />
====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
<br />
Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
Personal experiences?<br />
* <br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':<br />
* March 2016 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* January 2011 --[[User:Grantmc|Grantmc]]<br />
* <br />
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==Gisborne, New Zealand==<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
<br />
===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
<br />
===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
<br />
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
<br />
Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at nights, lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing on your first visit. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in. <br />
<br />
Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
<br />
As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate. <br />
<br />
==Berthing Options==<br />
Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. There are visitors berths in the small boat harbour/marina. <br />
<br />
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be a little rolly in an Easterly swell.<br />
<br />
==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
<br />
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
<br />
==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
<br />
Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
<br />
====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of Thetis marina.<br />
<br />
====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
<br />
====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
<br />
====Laundry====<br />
There's a coin operated laundry within a short taxi ride.<br />
<br />
====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
<br />
====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
<br />
====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
<br />
The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
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Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
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On the east coast of [[New Zealand]]'s North Island, south of East Cape and 120nm north of [[Napier]] lies [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand '''Gisborne'''], a small coastal town. Gisborne provides a quiet haven and an ideal point to stop for a night on your way to/from Wellington. The locality is famous for being the first point of New Zealand seen on Capt. James Cook's first voyage of discovery. <br />
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===Cruising the region===<br />
This is a stop over point, an isolated and pretty city of about 35,000, Gisborne is well worth a visit. The marina/boat harbour is actually within the central business district.<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]''<br />
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Gisborne is in the '''Portland''' weather zone.<br />
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===Sources for Weather forecasts===<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ55 Cape Runaway to Table Cape (1:200000) <br />
: NZ5551 Plans on the East Coast (North Island (1:40000)<br />
: NZ5613 Poverty Bay and Approaches to Gisborne (1:24000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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Gisborne Harbour Control monitors VHF 16.<br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
Entering Gisborne Harbour/Marina is better done in daylight and ideally with the chart. The route is dredged and well marked but at nights, lights, with the city lights in the background, can be confusing on your first visit. Don't hesitate to contact Gisborne Harbour control on channel 16 for help. If possible it's a good idea to follow another boat in. <br />
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Gisborne Marina and small boat harbour is about 300 metres up a river. As you enter you'll pass (on your starboard) a large ship dock. <br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate. <br />
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==Berthing Options==<br />
Call Harbour Control up on Ch 16. There are visitors berths in the small boat harbour/marina. <br />
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===<br />
There's a single marina/small boat harbour called Eastland Port Marina at Gisborne. With only 70 odd berths it is very small, but offers a full range of services. But you'll need to call ahead to ensure a reservation. Short term charges are relatively expensive compared to other NZ marinas.<br />
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===Anchorages===<br />
You can anchor in [[Poverty Bay]], although it can be a little rolly in an Easterly swell.<br />
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==<br />
* Portland Island about 15 nm south<br />
* East Island off East Cape 50 nm north<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
===Marine Stores===<br />
Mostly tailoring to fishing, there is a reasonable range of shops for the small boat.<br />
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===Repairs/Yards===<br />
Several small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiser as being very wealthy and so may not be especially concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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Operated by Eastland Marine Travel Lift Ltd, a yard alongside the marina has a 50 tonne travel lift and hard stand area. Contact Slipmaster on (07) 862 7784 or 027 443 7493 or the Yard Manager on (07) 868 8384 or 027 350 3058.<br />
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===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===<br />
; Fuel<br />
: There are several service stations offering diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance. The marina also has diesel. <br />
; Water<br />
: The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marina.<br />
; Electricity<br />
: 240 volt<br />
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==Things to do Ashore==<br />
====Tourism====<br />
Cruisers as a rule will only be in Gisborne for a night or two. It's a small city servicing a wide agricultural area, and there is certainly much to see. The mraina is situated right in the midst of the central business district and the everything is within walking district. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you'll find all manner of tourist promotions, trips and activities.<br />
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Due perhaps to its isolation, Gisborne is very much like walking back into the past and probably best represents New Zealand as it was 2 or 3 decades ago. <br />
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====Grocery & Supply Stores====<br />
All within walking distance of Thetis marina.<br />
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====Eateries====<br />
The marina itself is the centre to many of the better bars, cafes and restaraunts. <br />
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====Internet/WiFi====<br />
Available at some bars and cafes. Also see [[New_Zealand#Internet_in_New_Zealand|Internet in New Zealand]].<br />
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====Laundry====<br />
There's a coin operated laundry within a short taxi ride.<br />
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====Motorbike & Car Rentals====<br />
Several firms within walking distance of the marina offer a range of rental cars. <br />
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====Garbage Disposal====<br />
Dumpsters at the marina, along with oil recycling tank.<br />
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====Transportation====<br />
Gisborne is relatively isolated, this problem was recently (2012) compounded when the railway line was washed away and hasn't been repaired. The state highway to the nearest city south, [[Napier]], is a windy, narrow road. Going North is even worse, although picture perfect.<br />
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The small airport provides daily flights to/from [[Auckland]], with less frequent flights to other domestic cities.<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
To continue a southward journey, for most cruisers, you'll need at least a one day weather window to get to [[Napier]] (3 days to go directly to [[Wellington]]). There are no stops till Napier and you'll want to travel in a northerly. The scenery is excellent and interesting, but apart from a few villages the coast is bleak with few people. DO NOT attempt a transit between Portland Island off the southern tip of the Mahia Peninsula. Most vessels cut straight across [[Hawkes Bay]] from the southern end of Portland Island direct to Napier (if you plan to stop there) or towards Cape Kidnappers if the plan is further south<br />
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Continuing a passage north, you're likely to going around around East Cape. The Cape is nearly a 10 hour trip from Gisborne, running with a southerly and if it gets rough (and it often does in this part of the coast) there are several safe places you can ride it out. Check the chart and you'll see there are several sheltered bays north of Gisborne. But beware that it's easy to be trapped in a bay with an onshore gale for several days waiting for the wind to change. There's an transit between East Cape and East Island (Whangaokeno), but in rough weather perhaps best to go the long way round the island.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
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==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gisborne,_New_Zealand Gisborne] on wikipedia<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Gisborne Gisborne] on wikivoyage<br />
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==Marlborough Sounds Cruising Guide==<br />
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around the Marlborough Sounds -- including Pelorus Sound and Queen Charlotte Sound and the attached bays and inlets.<br />
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===Overview===<br />
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Considered by many to be one of the premier cruising grounds in [[New Zealand]], the Marlborough Sounds are at the northern end of the South Island. It contains many deep and protected bays, fjords and sounds, including the Queen Charlotte Sound, the Peolorus Sound, the Kenepuru Sound, Crail Bay, Beatrix Bay and others.<br />
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Much of the information here has been provided by [[User:Bill McIndoe|Bill McIndoe]], a resident of [[Dunedin]] and a regular cruiser in the [[Nelson]] and Marlborough Sounds region.<br />
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==Anchoring and Moorings==<br />
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The best bays are deep but not particularly good holding which means that a lot of chain has to be put out (and got back in) to be safe but still watch the swinging room. Picking up a mooring is so easy and casting off is even easier. Rafting up with other members happens occasionally. The limitations are total of 30 tonnes or 5 boats to a mooring. And they are good people, usually with good fenders.<br />
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===Join the Mana Cruising Club for the Moorings===<br />
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I am sure that if I emailed the [http://www.manacc.co.nz/ Mana Cruising Club (MCC)] in [[Wellington]] we could arrange a temporary membership or some such. I will make enquiries and I would of course propose you for membership if you so wish. It may not be cheap but well worth it. Two other local clubs share with MCC the ownership and expenses of laying and maintaining the moorings. Their members likewise have use of the moorings. As an alternative you could approach them for membership or temporary membership.<br />
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For information about Mana see [[Wellington#Mana_Harbour|Mana Harbour]]. The MCC is located just next to the marina.<br />
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==Dodging Most Of Cook Strait==<br />
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There is no worries getting east from [[Nelson]] through to the Pacific and the East Coast of the South Island. You do not really have to go out into Cook Strait at all. There is a fine sail along the protected north coast of the South Island with suitable anchorages all the way. No night sailing necessary. In fact I restrict my movements on this coast to daylight hours. The Marlborough Sounds are a huge and wonderful cruising ground. Although we live in [[Dunedin]] 500nm away, we have been a member of [[Wellington]] based Mana Cruising Club for 35 years, and I am the Dunedin MCC Port Captain. The reason for me being a member of a Wellington club is that MCC has about eighty big private moorings in the best bays in both Queen Charlotte Sound and Pelorus Sound to which members only can secure. Once you are a member there is no charge. If you are not a member you are not at liberty to use these moorings at all.<br />
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===French Pass (south of D'Urville Island)===<br />
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''See'' [[French Pass]].<br />
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===Across the Tops===<br />
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Across the Tops, between the two sounds, is fine scenery where you thread your way between various islands and headlands. It is our favourite 30nm of water because of the dramatic seascape and it is sheltered from the Tasman or Pacific rollers. The Sounds are sparsely settled except for small clusters of cribs (South Island lingo for shack) or bachs (North Island lingo for shack). Most have their own boats and private jetties.There are few or no roads and transportation is largely by boat. Water taxis run from Picton in QSS and Havelock in PS and there are boats that take fishing parties to the Outer Sounds where the best fishing is.<br />
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If you intend fishing DO obtain a copy of the Marlborough Sounds fishing regulations before dropping a line over the side.<br />
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===Pass the Three Capes===<br />
[[Image:Cape Jackson looking north west existing Queen Charlotte.jpg|right|thumb|350px|'''Old Cape Jackson lighthouse looking north west exiting Queen Charlotte, the passage is to port from this direction''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
Once you are passed the entrance to Pelorus Sound you double the three capes i.e. Alligator Head, Cape Lambert and Cape Jackson. This stretch can be a stunning sail. Cape Jackson reminds me of the outline of Gibraltar, but with the high end to seaward.<br />
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Cape Jackson is a slender, snake-like, rocky peninsula jutting into Cook Strait about 30 miles east of Stephens Island. In 2001 the official Cape Jackson Light was moved to the small modern tower at the tip of the peninsula. But the old lighthouse (still in service) on a bare rock about 650 m (0.4 mile), and so provides a channel to pass off the end of the peninsula. <br />
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At Cape Jackson in good weather during daylight take the narrow passage between the old lighthouse and the Cape. If the passage between the Cape and the lighthouse is not passable (due to any of bad weather, darkness or sailing against the stream) then it's far safer to travel well out past Walker Rock. If possible avoid the area in bad weather. The Russian cruise ship Mikhail Lermentov wrecked here in 1986 trying to pass between the lighthouse and the mainland.<br />
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The tides are again interesting especially the standing breaking wave that does not indicate a rock, only an underwater cliff. There is plenty of water through this passage and rocks shown on the chart are well below your draft. The recommended route is to divide the Pass into three and go one third from the headland i.e. not through the middle, on a course of SE(T). Good fishing here on the western side. See where the tourists fishing launches drift around. <br />
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If you're heading south to round Cape Jackson it's best to make a decision as early as possible as to whether you'll pass through the channel or go out past the reef. So no closer than a mile to the Cape make your decision and if you have doubts about the channel then head off to give the reef a good 500 mtr clearance. Don't be tempted to run along parallel to the north of Walkers Rock and the reef; the current can be very strong and the sea very rough. When the tide is flooding into QSS the water is running out (west) in this pass and vice versa the opposite of what you would expect.<br />
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The advice of local old salts is that's best to arrive Cape Jackson at about high tide Wellington as this should be slack water. The NZ Pilot states 'the flood stream commences about -0030 Wellington and the ebb stream about +0530 Wellington'.<br />
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[[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- just a note from me on the above comment about passing close to Cape Jackson. There was a fair old north wester blowing at the time I approached the cape, and by eyeball and binoculars I could see about a 3 metre rolling surf running through this passage. So I went north of Walkers Rock. It wasn't best fun, with the wind shifting in 3 different directions at once but there was no way I was going to take my boat through that surf.<br />
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===There be Dragons off The Brothers===<br />
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If planning not to go up to Picton Marina or Waikawa Marina, but to force on south down the east coast of the South Island towards Banks Peninsula, double Cape Koamaru, the northern corner of Arapawa Island and pass between Arapawa Island and the Brothers. Strong tides, whirlpools and dragons live hereabouts. On one occasion I did 11.5kts over the ground with only 18kts of breeze. Any bits of wind that have nothing much to do that day will gather at the Brothers. It could be the second windiest place in NZ so be aware. Listen for "The Brothers" on the marine forecast and you will get some idea. Take the tide and if you cannot you shouldn't be there but if you do have the tide and weather go for it and sail down Arapawa Island's east coast 1.5nm off. You are now in the Pacific Ocean. Cook Strait meteorological area continues 25nm south to Cape Campbell, but is not in the Strait's main wind flow. Watch for Awash Rock 2.5nm south of The Brothers. When clear of the rock turn slightly to port to set course for Cape Campbell.<br />
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[[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- In December 2013 I transited between Cape Koamaru and The Brothers. It is indeed a windy place. In addition to the warning about the wind speed, there were many eddies and overfalls throughout the region, both north and south of Cape Koamaru, all of which made my autopilot very sad and depressed. Navigating with a mk.1 eyeball and keeping a firm hand on the helm in this region, at least for the time it takes to pass around Cape Koamaru, would be well advised.<br />
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===Tasman to the Pacific===<br />
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Well that is a fun way of getting across the North Coast of the South Island from Nelson to the Pacific without really getting your feet wet or going out into Cook Strait. It is a broad outline only. Much more detail will be gleaned from the NZ Pilot, the cruising guides, the charts and your chart plotter. I have been sitting here at my iPad dragging all this stuff out of my head and there is lots more in there about this passage.<br />
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==Marlborough Sounds Bay by Bay==<br />
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This section is ordered roughly in the order that a cruiser travelling from [[Nelson]] eastwards through the strait and onwards to South Island ports such as [[Christchurch]] (Lyttleton) or [[Dunedin]] would take. To continue onwards and southwards after reading this, head for the [[South Island, East Coast]] page.<br />
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===Pelorus Sound===<br />
[[Image:Pelorus_sound.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Pelorus Sound''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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Pelorus Sound is the largest of the Marlborough Sounds. Pelorus Sound has a main channel which winds south from Cook Strait for about 55 kilometres, between steeply sloped wooded hills, until it reached its head close to [[Havelock]] town. Pelorus has several major arms, notably Tennyson Inlet, Tawhitinui Reach, Kenepuru Sound and the Crail/Clova/Beatrix Bay complex.<br />
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You can cruise [[Pelorus Sound]], which has lots of anchorages and club moorings, right up to [[Havelock]] where there is fuel, supply sources, some repairs and the Slip Inn restaurant facing the launching ramp in the marina. Good seafood.<br />
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===Queen Charlotte Sound===<br />
[[Image:Queen_charlotte_sound.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Queen Charlotte Sound''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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If you intend heading for [[Picton]] turn to starboard, south into Queen Charlotte Sound. There are many lovely bays, good moorings and anchorages in this Sound. The bays on the western side of the sound have the better shelter. There is more habitation and a few more roads than in Pelorus. Take your time, there is lots to explore. There are three charming resorts with free moorings for the night and good food. If tired of the cooking from your onboard Genius in the Galley (or visa versa) all you need is VHF contact to book in for dinner. Crew changes or shopping can be expedited by water taxi to anywhere in the Sounds. All you need is the fare and your VHF or cellphone contact.<br />
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This part of the Sounds was Captain James Cook's favourite anchorage at which he spent much time on all his three voyages to NZ. He restored his crews health with the plentiful supply of antiscurbotics, fish and fowl, as well as doing the business of charting the Sounds. Look into Ship Cove to see the commemorative truncated pyramid monument. At least it is vandal proof. There is fresh water available at the wharf but it is too shallow, lumpy and busy for anything but a brief visit. Anchor off the wharf for a short stay or pick up one of the two MCC moorings tucked into the north and the south corners of the bay. Go ashore and see. Outward Bound attendees sail and row their 32ft naval cutter all the way from Anakewa, in the southern end of QSS, and back just for fun.<br />
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====Cooks Lookout====<br />
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Cook climbed Long Island to get a high unobstructed view of the sound and claimed this part of NZ for the British Crown. Half way along the western side of the island there is a small landing wharf so you can do likewise and visit the lookout and commemorative plaque etc built there by the MCC. Anchor off and dinghy in. There is another MCC mooring at the south end of Long Island.<br />
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==Alternative Route to the Pacific==<br />
[[Image:Tory_channel.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Tory Channel''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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If you do not have the tide and the weather go south into Queen Charlotte Sound and enter Tory Channel on its the eastern side. Anchor (or if a member, pick up the MCC mooring) in Hitaua Bay, second bay on the south side of the channel. When slept, feed and watered proceed down Tory Channel to the Pacific and set course for Cape Cambell.<br />
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===The Bad Ferries===<br />
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Be constantly watchful of the Picton to Wellington ferries. They are 5,000 tonnes, steam silently at 15kts and are dangerous. Their route is from Picton is out through Tory Channel, across Cook Strait to Wellington. The Channel is narrow and ferries cannot alter course to avoid a small vessel. They have absolute right of way. When in Picton/Tory Channel area a plan is to check out their sailing times on the web, by phone or at the terminal in Picton; remembering they sail both ways. They announce their intended passage through the eastern entrance of Tory Channel on VHF Ch 16 ten minutes before they arrive.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
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The Central New Zealand Cruising Guide is available from all NZ yacht chandlers. An MCC member wrote the text, another did the maps and the MCC published the the guide. It covers Cook Strait and the Marlborough Sounds in great detail with hand drawn mud maps, descriptions of every bay and the tidal streams of Cook Strait, French Pass (Aumiti) and Tory Channel. There is also a photo cruising guide for the west side of Tasman Bay including Abel Tasman National Park. The table-topped reefs in that area are best seen at low water to scare the pants of you. Tides in Tasman Bay have a spring range of 4.5m which is twice the usual range around the coast. Tides east of French Pass in the Sounds have a spring range of 2.5m. Strange?<br />
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Area charts and cruising guides are available from Burnsco yacht chandlers in Nelson, and Waikawa Marina, near Picton in Queen Charlotte Sound. Most yacht chandlers around the country will carry these books and maybe the Marlborough Sound charts.<br />
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; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/ Land Information NZ]<br />
:Chart NZ 614 Tasman Bay<br />
:Chart NZ 6151 Approaches to Te Aumiti (French Pass) and Plans in the Marlborough Sound.<br />
:Chart NZ 615 Marlborough Sounds (both sounds)<br />
:Chart NZ 6152 Pelorus Sound and Havelock<br />
:Chart NZ 6153 Queen Charlotte Sound<br />
:Chart NZ 62 Wellington to Kaikoura<br />
:Chart NZ 6212 Two Plans NE Coast (Port Underwood and Kaikoura)<br />
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==Weather Information==<br />
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Three things to remember about the Sounds: They are bigger than you think, can be windy and are quite deep. Use the recommended moorings or anchorages. In strong conditions the wind may swirl in some anchorages. Winds tend to blow out of the bays and sometimes you may actually see yachts carrying spinnakers meeting head on.<br />
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You are only a few miles from [[Cook Strait]] but none-the-less sheltered but always have a keen weather eye and an ear cocked. Sometimes you can hear Cook Strait talking to you. Listen to the voices (and the VHF forecast).<br />
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===Sources for weather information===<br />
See the [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|Climate and Weather]] section of the [[New Zealand]] page, paying attention to the information there about the accuracy or lack thereof of the weather forecasts. The Marlborough Sounds are in the Cook weather zone, but most of the Cook weather forecast can be disregarded for the sounds themselves.<br />
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==Regional Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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===VHF and Cellphone Coverage===<br />
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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.<br />
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==References==<br />
* A copy of the "New Zealand Cruising Guide Central Area" can be obtained at chandlers and some bookshops in the area. Although I consider it somewhat overpriced for the information it contains, it does have a useful set of guides to some of the nearby anchorages.<br />
* It may be useful to consider purchasing "The New Zealand Nautical Almanac and Tide Tables", and also "The New Zealand Pilot" especially if you are considering such things as a transit of [[French Pass]] and/or [[Cook Strait]].<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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* If I don't see you in the Sounds, while in [[Nelson]] you could ring ring my friend Ashley Wagg who will instruct you on the best tide to depart to make French Pass/Aumiti and lots of other matters. He is a retired Master Mariner and local long time yachtie. He is knowledgeable, hospitable, abrupt, funny and a good friend - my kind of guy. He will tell you about Croisilles Harbour, where he has a crib and mooring, which is along the coast towards French Pass. He will give you the info of how to carry the tide all the way across Tasman Bay to make French Pass at slack water. At springs the current at FP can reach 7kts where the daddy dragons live, so you have to get it right.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements).<br />
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==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlborough_Sounds Marlborough Sounds] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Charlotte_Sound,_New_Zealand Queen Charlotte Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelorus_Sound Pelorus Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenepuru_Sound Kenepuru Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Marlborough_sounds Marlborough Sounds] on wikivoyage.<br />
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===See Also===<br />
* [[Nelson]]<br />
* [[Picton]]<br />
* [[Wellington]]<br />
* [[Havelock]]<br />
* [[Cook Strait]]<br />
* [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
* [[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- transited over the top of the sounds following the advice provided by Bill McIndoe, December 2013.<br />
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==Marlborough Sounds Cruising Guide==<br />
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around the Marlborough Sounds -- including Pelorus Sound and Queen Charlotte Sound and the attached bays and inlets.<br />
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===Overview===<br />
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Considered by many to be one of the premier cruising grounds in [[New Zealand]], the Marlborough Sounds are at the northern end of the South Island. It contains many deep and protected bays, fjords and sounds, including the Queen Charlotte Sound, the Peolorus Sound, the Kenepuru Sound, Crail Bay, Beatrix Bay and others.<br />
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Much of the information here has been provided by [[User:Bill McIndoe|Bill McIndoe]], a resident of [[Dunedin]] and a regular cruiser in the [[Nelson]] and Marlborough Sounds region.<br />
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==Anchoring and Moorings==<br />
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The best bays are deep but not particularly good holding which means that a lot of chain has to be put out (and got back in) to be safe but still watch the swinging room. Picking up a mooring is so easy and casting off is even easier. Rafting up with other members happens occasionally. The limitations are total of 30 tonnes or 5 boats to a mooring. And they are good people, usually with good fenders.<br />
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===Join the Mana Cruising Club for the Moorings===<br />
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I am sure that if I emailed the [http://www.manacc.co.nz/ Mana Cruising Club (MCC)] in [[Wellington]] we could arrange a temporary membership or some such. I will make enquiries and I would of course propose you for membership if you so wish. It may not be cheap but well worth it. Two other local clubs share with MCC the ownership and expenses of laying and maintaining the moorings. Their members likewise have use of the moorings. As an alternative you could approach them for membership or temporary membership.<br />
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For information about Mana see [[Wellington#Mana_Harbour|Mana Harbour]]. The MCC is located just next to the marina.<br />
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==Dodging Most Of Cook Strait==<br />
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There is no worries getting east from [[Nelson]] through to the Pacific and the East Coast of the South Island. You do not really have to go out into Cook Strait at all. There is a fine sail along the protected north coast of the South Island with suitable anchorages all the way. No night sailing necessary. In fact I restrict my movements on this coast to daylight hours. The Marlborough Sounds are a huge and wonderful cruising ground. Although we live in [[Dunedin]] 500nm away, we have been a member of [[Wellington]] based Mana Cruising Club for 35 years, and I am the Dunedin MCC Port Captain. The reason for me being a member of a Wellington club is that MCC has about eighty big private moorings in the best bays in both Queen Charlotte Sound and Pelorus Sound to which members only can secure. Once you are a member there is no charge. If you are not a member you are not at liberty to use these moorings at all.<br />
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===French Pass (south of D'Urville Island)===<br />
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''See'' [[French Pass]].<br />
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===Across the Tops===<br />
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Across the Tops, between the two sounds, is fine scenery where you thread your way between various islands and headlands. It is our favourite 30nm of water because of the dramatic seascape and it is sheltered from the Tasman or Pacific rollers. The Sounds are sparsely settled except for small clusters of cribs (South Island lingo for shack) or bachs (North Island lingo for shack). Most have their own boats and private jetties.There are few or no roads and transportation is largely by boat. Water taxis run from Picton in QSS and Havelock in PS and there are boats that take fishing parties to the Outer Sounds where the best fishing is.<br />
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If you intend fishing DO obtain a copy of the Marlborough Sounds fishing regulations before dropping a line over the side.<br />
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===Pass the Three Capes===<br />
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Once you are passed the entrance to Pelorus Sound you double the three capes i.e. Alligator Head, Cape Lambert and Cape Jackson. This stretch can be a stunning sail. Cape Jackson reminds me of the outline of Gibraltar, but with the high end to seaward.<br />
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Cape Jackson is a slender, snake-like, rocky peninsula jutting into Cook Strait about 30 miles east of Stephens Island. In 2001 the official Cape Jackson Light was moved to the small modern tower at the tip of the peninsula. But the old lighthouse (still in service) on a bare rock about 650 m (0.4 mile), and so provides a channel to pass off the end of the peninsula. <br />
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At Cape Jackson in good weather during daylight take the narrow passage between the old lighthouse and the Cape. If the passage between the Cape and the lighthouse is not passable (due to any of bad weather, darkness or sailing against the stream) then it's far safer to travel well out past Walker Rock. If possible avoid the area in bad weather. The Russian cruise ship Mikhail Lermentov wrecked here in 1986 trying to pass between the lighthouse and the mainland.<br />
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The tides are again interesting especially the standing breaking wave that does not indicate a rock, only an underwater cliff. There is plenty of water through this passage and rocks shown on the chart are well below your draft. The recommended route is to divide the Pass into three and go one third from the headland i.e. not through the middle, on a course of SE(T). Good fishing here on the western side. See where the tourists fishing launches drift around. <br />
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If you're heading south to round Cape Jackson it's best to make a decision as early as possible as to whether you'll pass through the channel or go out past the reef. So no closer than a mile to the Cape make your decision and if you have doubts about the channel then head off to give the reef a good 500 mtr clearance. Don't be tempted to run along parallel to the north of Walkers Rock and the reef; the current can be very strong and the sea very rough. When the tide is flooding into QSS the water is running out (west) in this pass and vice versa the opposite of what you would expect.<br />
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The advice of local old salts is that's best to arrive Cape Jackson at about high tide Wellington as this should be slack water. The NZ Pilot states 'the flood stream commences about -0030 Wellington and the ebb stream about +0530 Wellington'.<br />
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[[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- just a note from me on the above comment about passing close to Cape Jackson. There was a fair old north wester blowing at the time I approached the cape, and by eyeball and binoculars I could see about a 3 metre rolling surf running through this passage. So I went north of Walkers Rock. It wasn't best fun, with the wind shifting in 3 different directions at once but there was no way I was going to take my boat through that surf.<br />
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===There be Dragons off The Brothers===<br />
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If planning not to go up to Picton Marina or Waikawa Marina, but to force on south down the east coast of the South Island towards Banks Peninsula, double Cape Koamaru, the northern corner of Arapawa Island and pass between Arapawa Island and the Brothers. Strong tides, whirlpools and dragons live hereabouts. On one occasion I did 11.5kts over the ground with only 18kts of breeze. Any bits of wind that have nothing much to do that day will gather at the Brothers. It could be the second windiest place in NZ so be aware. Listen for "The Brothers" on the marine forecast and you will get some idea. Take the tide and if you cannot you shouldn't be there but if you do have the tide and weather go for it and sail down Arapawa Island's east coast 1.5nm off. You are now in the Pacific Ocean. Cook Strait meteorological area continues 25nm south to Cape Campbell, but is not in the Strait's main wind flow. Watch for Awash Rock 2.5nm south of The Brothers. When clear of the rock turn slightly to port to set course for Cape Campbell.<br />
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[[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- In December 2013 I transited between Cape Koamaru and The Brothers. It is indeed a windy place. In addition to the warning about the wind speed, there were many eddies and overfalls throughout the region, both north and south of Cape Koamaru, all of which made my autopilot very sad and depressed. Navigating with a mk.1 eyeball and keeping a firm hand on the helm in this region, at least for the time it takes to pass around Cape Koamaru, would be well advised.<br />
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===Tasman to the Pacific===<br />
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Well that is a fun way of getting across the North Coast of the South Island from Nelson to the Pacific without really getting your feet wet or going out into Cook Strait. It is a broad outline only. Much more detail will be gleaned from the NZ Pilot, the cruising guides, the charts and your chart plotter. I have been sitting here at my iPad dragging all this stuff out of my head and there is lots more in there about this passage.<br />
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==Marlborough Sounds Bay by Bay==<br />
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This section is ordered roughly in the order that a cruiser travelling from [[Nelson]] eastwards through the strait and onwards to South Island ports such as [[Christchurch]] (Lyttleton) or [[Dunedin]] would take. To continue onwards and southwards after reading this, head for the [[South Island, East Coast]] page.<br />
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===Pelorus Sound===<br />
[[Image:Pelorus_sound.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Pelorus Sound''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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Pelorus Sound is the largest of the Marlborough Sounds. Pelorus Sound has a main channel which winds south from Cook Strait for about 55 kilometres, between steeply sloped wooded hills, until it reached its head close to [[Havelock]] town. Pelorus has several major arms, notably Tennyson Inlet, Tawhitinui Reach, Kenepuru Sound and the Crail/Clova/Beatrix Bay complex.<br />
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You can cruise [[Pelorus Sound]], which has lots of anchorages and club moorings, right up to [[Havelock]] where there is fuel, supply sources, some repairs and the Slip Inn restaurant facing the launching ramp in the marina. Good seafood.<br />
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===Queen Charlotte Sound===<br />
[[Image:Queen_charlotte_sound.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Queen Charlotte Sound''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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If you intend heading for [[Picton]] turn to starboard, south into Queen Charlotte Sound. There are many lovely bays, good moorings and anchorages in this Sound. The bays on the western side of the sound have the better shelter. There is more habitation and a few more roads than in Pelorus. Take your time, there is lots to explore. There are three charming resorts with free moorings for the night and good food. If tired of the cooking from your onboard Genius in the Galley (or visa versa) all you need is VHF contact to book in for dinner. Crew changes or shopping can be expedited by water taxi to anywhere in the Sounds. All you need is the fare and your VHF or cellphone contact.<br />
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This part of the Sounds was Captain James Cook's favourite anchorage at which he spent much time on all his three voyages to NZ. He restored his crews health with the plentiful supply of antiscurbotics, fish and fowl, as well as doing the business of charting the Sounds. Look into Ship Cove to see the commemorative truncated pyramid monument. At least it is vandal proof. There is fresh water available at the wharf but it is too shallow, lumpy and busy for anything but a brief visit. Anchor off the wharf for a short stay or pick up one of the two MCC moorings tucked into the north and the south corners of the bay. Go ashore and see. Outward Bound attendees sail and row their 32ft naval cutter all the way from Anakewa, in the southern end of QSS, and back just for fun.<br />
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====Cooks Lookout====<br />
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Cook climbed Long Island to get a high unobstructed view of the sound and claimed this part of NZ for the British Crown. Half way along the western side of the island there is a small landing wharf so you can do likewise and visit the lookout and commemorative plaque etc built there by the MCC. Anchor off and dinghy in. There is another MCC mooring at the south end of Long Island.<br />
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==Alternative Route to the Pacific==<br />
[[Image:Tory_channel.png|right|thumb|350px|'''Tory Channel''' - ''click for larger view'']]<br />
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If you do not have the tide and the weather go south into Queen Charlotte Sound and enter Tory Channel on its the eastern side. Anchor (or if a member, pick up the MCC mooring) in Hitaua Bay, second bay on the south side of the channel. When slept, feed and watered proceed down Tory Channel to the Pacific and set course for Cape Cambell.<br />
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===The Bad Ferries===<br />
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Be constantly watchful of the Picton to Wellington ferries. They are 5,000 tonnes, steam silently at 15kts and are dangerous. Their route is from Picton is out through Tory Channel, across Cook Strait to Wellington. The Channel is narrow and ferries cannot alter course to avoid a small vessel. They have absolute right of way. When in Picton/Tory Channel area a plan is to check out their sailing times on the web, by phone or at the terminal in Picton; remembering they sail both ways. They announce their intended passage through the eastern entrance of Tory Channel on VHF Ch 16 ten minutes before they arrive.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
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The Central New Zealand Cruising Guide is available from all NZ yacht chandlers. An MCC member wrote the text, another did the maps and the MCC published the the guide. It covers Cook Strait and the Marlborough Sounds in great detail with hand drawn mud maps, descriptions of every bay and the tidal streams of Cook Strait, French Pass (Aumiti) and Tory Channel. There is also a photo cruising guide for the west side of Tasman Bay including Abel Tasman National Park. The table-topped reefs in that area are best seen at low water to scare the pants of you. Tides in Tasman Bay have a spring range of 4.5m which is twice the usual range around the coast. Tides east of French Pass in the Sounds have a spring range of 2.5m. Strange?<br />
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Area charts and cruising guides are available from Burnsco yacht chandlers in Nelson, and Waikawa Marina, near Picton in Queen Charlotte Sound. Most yacht chandlers around the country will carry these books and maybe the Marlborough Sound charts.<br />
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; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/ Land Information NZ]<br />
:Chart NZ 614 Tasman Bay<br />
:Chart NZ 6151 Approaches to Te Aumiti (French Pass) and Plans in the Marlborough Sound.<br />
:Chart NZ 615 Marlborough Sounds (both sounds)<br />
:Chart NZ 6152 Pelorus Sound and Havelock<br />
:Chart NZ 6153 Queen Charlotte Sound<br />
:Chart NZ 62 Wellington to Kaikoura<br />
:Chart NZ 6212 Two Plans NE Coast (Port Underwood and Kaikoura)<br />
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==Weather Information==<br />
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Three things to remember about the Sounds: They are bigger than you think, can be windy and are quite deep. Use the recommended moorings or anchorages. In strong conditions the wind may swirl in some anchorages. Winds tend to blow out of the bays and sometimes you may actually see yachts carrying spinnakers meeting head on.<br />
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You are only a few miles from [[Cook Strait]] but none-the-less sheltered but always have a keen weather eye and an ear cocked. Sometimes you can hear Cook Strait talking to you. Listen to the voices (and the VHF forecast).<br />
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===Sources for weather information===<br />
See the [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|Climate and Weather]] section of the [[New Zealand]] page, paying attention to the information there about the accuracy or lack thereof of the weather forecasts. The Marlborough Sounds are in the Cook weather zone, but most of the Cook weather forecast can be disregarded for the sounds themselves.<br />
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==Regional Radio Nets==<br />
''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]''<br />
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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===VHF and Cellphone Coverage===<br />
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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.<br />
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==References==<br />
* A copy of the "New Zealand Cruising Guide Central Area" can be obtained at chandlers and some bookshops in the area. Although I consider it somewhat overpriced for the information it contains, it does have a useful set of guides to some of the nearby anchorages.<br />
* It may be useful to consider purchasing "The New Zealand Nautical Almanac and Tide Tables", and also "The New Zealand Pilot" especially if you are considering such things as a transit of [[French Pass]] and/or [[Cook Strait]].<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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* If I don't see you in the Sounds, while in [[Nelson]] you could ring ring my friend Ashley Wagg who will instruct you on the best tide to depart to make French Pass/Aumiti and lots of other matters. He is a retired Master Mariner and local long time yachtie. He is knowledgeable, hospitable, abrupt, funny and a good friend - my kind of guy. He will tell you about Croisilles Harbour, where he has a crib and mooring, which is along the coast towards French Pass. He will give you the info of how to carry the tide all the way across Tasman Bay to make French Pass at slack water. At springs the current at FP can reach 7kts where the daddy dragons live, so you have to get it right.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements).<br />
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==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marlborough_Sounds Marlborough Sounds] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Charlotte_Sound,_New_Zealand Queen Charlotte Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelorus_Sound Pelorus Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenepuru_Sound Kenepuru Sound] on wikipedia.<br />
* [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Marlborough_sounds Marlborough Sounds] on wikivoyage.<br />
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===See Also===<br />
* [[Nelson]]<br />
* [[Picton]]<br />
* [[Wellington]]<br />
* [[Havelock]]<br />
* [[Cook Strait]]<br />
* [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
* [[User:Delatbabel|Delatbabel]] -- transited over the top of the sounds following the advice provided by Bill McIndoe, December 2013.<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
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[[Evans Bay Marina]]<br />
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[[Seaview Marina]]<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several anchorages (all are free of charge). <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings in the bay it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud, relatively shallow, flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly in northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay is.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
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If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
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Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
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Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
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The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
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Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
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The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
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The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
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===Mana Anchorages===<br />
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Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
Vessels require an electrical safety certificate if the vessel requires anything other than 12/24 volt battery chargers.<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Eateries===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas (except Evans Bay Marina)<br />
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
*<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
<br />
Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
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[[Evans Bay Marina]]<br />
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[[Seaview Marina]]<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several anchorages (all are free of charge). <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings in the bay it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud, relatively shallow, flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly in northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay is.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
<br />
If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
<br />
Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
<br />
Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
<br />
The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
<br />
Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
<br />
The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
<br />
The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
<br />
===Mana Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
<br />
====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
<br />
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
<br />
Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
<br />
Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
Vessels require an electrical safety certificate if the vessel requires anything other than 12/24 volt battery chargers.<br />
<br />
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Eateries===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
<br />
===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
<br />
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
<br />
===Transportation===<br />
<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
*<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
<br />
====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
<br />
Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
<br />
For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
<br />
: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
<br />
: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
*<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
<br />
Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
<br />
Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
<br />
October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
<br />
Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
<br />
As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
<br />
Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
<br />
==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
<br />
A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
<br />
At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
<br />
[[Evans Bay Marina]]<br />
<br />
[[Seaview Marina]]<br />
<br />
===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Wellington provides several anchorages (all are free of charge). <br />
<br />
In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings in the bay it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud, relatively shallow, flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly in northerley winds.<br />
<br />
On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay is.<br />
<br />
Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
<br />
==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
<br />
If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
<br />
Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
<br />
Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
<br />
The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
<br />
Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
<br />
The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
<br />
The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
<br />
===Mana Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
<br />
====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
<br />
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
<br />
Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
<br />
Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
<br />
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Eateries===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
<br />
===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
<br />
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
<br />
===Transportation===<br />
<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
*<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
<br />
====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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{{Guide2}}<br />
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<div>==Evans Bay Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
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! Berths:<br />
| 140<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
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| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
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| Yes, on berth<br />
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! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
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! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
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! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web (none):<br />
| See Wellington City Council [http://http://http://wellington.govt.nz/recreation/beaches-and-coast/marinas-and-boatramps/marina-office-and-services/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Evans Bay Marina is a fixed marina in Wellington's Evans Bay only a frew km's from Wellington's cbd. Located on a well supported bus route the marina offers facilities and services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a breakwater and is adjacent to the Evans Bay Yacht and motor Boat Club. The cheapest of Wellington's marina, only there ios onoly a limited range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and restaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is only 2km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina is easily accessed by sailing south into Evans Bay. The marina is to starboard at the end of the bay where the end of the airport runway will eject planes over your head. <br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area for 20 yachts (at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located in the souhern suburns of Wellington city. Close to the airport and the Kilbirnie shopping centre.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 2km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
<br />
Wellington City Council Marinas<br />
<br />
PO Box 14342<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 386 2345<br /><br />
[http://www.wellington.govt.nz Website]<br /><br />
<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
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<div>==Evans Bay Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Evans Bay Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Evans_Bay_Marina.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Evans Bay marina '''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.3099&ln=174.801545&z=1&k=28&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
| <br />
[http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=-41.3000&lon=174.8000&scale=200000&zoom=50&type=0&height=498&width=498&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=3460065&CFTOKEN=38761686&scriptfile=http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm&bpid=MAP0204021051&latlontype=DMS Local chartlet]<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 140<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web (none):<br />
| See Wellington City Council [http://http://http://wellington.govt.nz/recreation/beaches-and-coast/marinas-and-boatramps/marina-office-and-services/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Evans Bay Marina is a fixed marina in Wellington's Evans Bay only a frew km's from Wellington's cbd. Located on a well supported bus route the marina offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a breakwater and is adjacent to the Evans Bay Yacht and motor Boat Club. The cheapest of Wellington's marina, only there ios onoly a limited range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is only 2km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina is easily accessed by sailing south into Evans Bay. The marina is to starboard at the end of the bay where the end of the airport runway will eject planes over your head. <br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area for 20 yachts (at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located in the souhern suburns of Wellington city. Close to the airport and the Kilbirnie shopping centre.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 2km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
<br />
Wellington City Council Marinas<br />
<br />
PO Box 14342<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 386 2345<br /><br />
[http://www.wellington.govt.nz Website]<br /><br />
<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
Post your personal experience and rating of this marina:<br />
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<div>==Evans Bay Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Evans Bay Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Evans_Bay_Marina.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Evans Bay marina '''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.29000&ln=174.78125&z=1&k=28&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
| <br />
[http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=-41.3000&lon=174.8000&scale=200000&zoom=50&type=0&height=498&width=498&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=3460065&CFTOKEN=38761686&scriptfile=http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm&bpid=MAP0204021051&latlontype=DMS Local chartlet]<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 140<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web (none):<br />
| See Wellington City Council [http://http://http://wellington.govt.nz/recreation/beaches-and-coast/marinas-and-boatramps/marina-office-and-services/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Evans Bay Marina is a fixed marina in Wellington's Evans Bay only a frew km's from Wellington's cbd. Located on a well supported bus route the marina offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a breakwater and is adjacent to the Evans Bay Yacht and motor Boat Club. The cheapest of Wellington's marina, only there ios onoly a limited range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is only 2km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina is easily accessed by sailing south into Evans Bay. The marina is to starboard at the end of the bay where the end of the airport runway will eject planes over your head. <br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area for 20 yachts (at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located in the souhern suburns of Wellington city. Close to the airport and the Kilbirnie shopping centre.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 2km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
<br />
Wellington City Council Marinas<br />
<br />
PO Box 14342<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 386 2345<br /><br />
[http://www.wellington.govt.nz Website]<br /><br />
<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
Post your personal experience and rating of this marina:<br />
<br />
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
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<div>==Evans Bay Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Evans Bay Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Evans Bay Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.289847&ln=174.785458&z=1&k=28&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
| <br />
[http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=-41.3000&lon=174.8000&scale=200000&zoom=50&type=0&height=498&width=498&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=3460065&CFTOKEN=38761686&scriptfile=http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm&bpid=MAP0204021051&latlontype=DMS Local chartlet]<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 140<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web (none):<br />
| See Wellington City Council [http://http://http://wellington.govt.nz/recreation/beaches-and-coast/marinas-and-boatramps/marina-office-and-services/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Evans Bay Marina is a fixed marina in Wellington's Evans Bay only a frew km's from Wellington's cbd. Located on a well supported bus route the marina offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a breakwater and is adjacent to the Evans Bay Yacht and motor Boat Club. The cheapest of Wellington's marina, only there ios onoly a limited range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is only 2km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina is easily accessed by sailing south into Evans Bay. The marina is to starboard at the end of the bay.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes at the Evans Bay yacht Club next door)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located in the souhern suburns of Wellington city. Close to the airport and the Kilbirnie shoppihng centre.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 2km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 386 2345<br /><br />
[http://www.ellington.govt.nz Website]<br /><br />
<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
Post your personal experience and rating of this marina:<br />
<br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
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* <br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
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[[Evans Bay Marina]]<br />
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[[Seaview Marina]]<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several free anchorages. <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings there it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud relatively shoalow flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly iin northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
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If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
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Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
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Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
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The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
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Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
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The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
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The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
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===Mana Anchorages===<br />
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Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Eateries===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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<div>==Seaview Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
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Seaview Marina is a floating marina located at the north east end of Wellington harbour. The marina site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
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Whilst away from the centre of Wellington city, the marina is only a 2 min walk to a well serviced bus route. <br />
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A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement, 7 days a week. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
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===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is is traversed through a narrow channel that has a leading light at night. Best to approach by travelling past the oil tanker wharf to the south. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the West. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in.<br />
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===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
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===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
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===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (25 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
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===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
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===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
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===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
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===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
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===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0800 – 1700<br />
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Seaview Marina<br />
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PO Box 33 230<br />
Lower Hutt<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 568 3736<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 568 3586<br /><br />
[http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
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! Berths:<br />
| 270<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 2.2 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within 10min walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 568 3736<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| via web site form<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Seaview Marina is a floating marina located at the north east end of Wellington harbour. The marina site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Whilst away from the centre of Wellington city, the marina is only a 2 min walk to a well serviced bus route. <br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement, 7 days a week. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is is traversed through a narrow channel that has a leading light at night. Best to approach by travelling past the oil tanker wharf to the south. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the West. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (25 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0800 – 1700<br />
<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 33 230<br />
Lower Hutt<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 568 3736<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 568 3586<br /><br />
[http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
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<div>==Seaview Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Seaview Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
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| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 270<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 2.2 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within 10min walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 568 3736<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| via web site form<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Seaview Marina is a floating marina located at the north east end of Wellington harbour. The marina site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Whilst away from the centre of Wellington city, the marina is only a 2 min walk to a well serviced bus route. <br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement, 7 days a week. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is is traversed through a narrow channel that has a leading light at night. Best to approach by travelling past the oil tanker wharf to the south. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the West. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (25 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Good.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0800 – 1700<br />
<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 33 230<br />
Lower Hutt<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 568 3736<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 568 3586<br /><br />
[http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
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<div>==Seaview Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Seaview Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
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| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://http://www.seaviewmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Seaview Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
<br />
Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
<br />
For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
<br />
: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
<br />
: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
<br />
<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
<br />
Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
<br />
Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
<br />
October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
<br />
For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
<br />
Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
<br />
Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
<br />
As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
<br />
Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
<br />
==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
<br />
A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
<br />
At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
<br />
The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
<br />
[[Seaview Marina]]<br />
<br />
===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Wellington provides several free anchorages. <br />
<br />
In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings there it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud relatively shoalow flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly iin northerley winds.<br />
<br />
On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay.<br />
<br />
Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
<br />
==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
<br />
If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
<br />
Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
<br />
Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
<br />
The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
<br />
Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
<br />
The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
<br />
The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
<br />
===Mana Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
<br />
====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
<br />
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
<br />
Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
<br />
Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
<br />
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Eateries===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
<br />
===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
<br />
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
<br />
===Transportation===<br />
<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
*<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
<br />
====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
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Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
<br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service stations within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.289847&ln=174.785458&z=1&k=28&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
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[[Category:Marinas - New Zealand]]</div>Grantmchttp://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Chaffers_MarinaChaffers Marina2013-08-27T02:17:09Z<p>Grantmc: /* Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand */</p>
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.289847&ln=174.785458&z=1&k=0&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
Post your personal experience and rating of this marina:<br />
<br />
<br />
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''Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated'':<br />
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[[Category:Marinas - New Zealand]]</div>Grantmchttp://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Chaffers_MarinaChaffers Marina2013-08-27T02:15:46Z<p>Grantmc: </p>
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.289847&ln=174.785458&z=12&k=0&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Chart_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=-41.29000&lon=174.783333&scale=750000&zoom=50&type=0&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=17583484&CFTOKEN=79232580&scriptfile=http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br />
|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
Post your personal experience and rating of this marina:<br />
<br />
<br />
====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====<br />
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<br />
<br />
{{Guide1}}<br />
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[[Category:Marinas - New Zealand]]</div>Grantmchttp://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Chaffers_MarinaChaffers Marina2013-08-27T02:14:51Z<p>Grantmc: /* Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand */</p>
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|17.4|S|174|47.0|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=-41.289847&ln=174.785458&z=10&k=0&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:Chaffers Marina Sept 2007.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Chaffers marina looking down from high up in Oriental Bay'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|00.00|N|28|30.52|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
! <center>[[image:Photo_icon.png]]</center><br />
| [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=40.998492&ln=28.509800&z=2&k=0&a=1&tab=2 Photo gallery]<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
===Personal experience===<br />
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<div>View of marina looking down from above Oriental Bay</div>Grantmchttp://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Chaffers_MarinaChaffers Marina2013-08-27T01:40:59Z<p>Grantmc: Chaffers Marina initial page</p>
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<div>==Chaffers Marina, Wellington New Zealand==<br />
{| class="infobox bordered" style="width: 25em; text-align: left; font-size: 90%;"<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: large;" | '''Chaffers Marina'''<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" | [[Image:GuzelceMarina.jpg|300px| ]]<br />'''Guzelce Marina from entrance (alongside berths on left)'''<br/>''Click for larger view''<br />
|- <br />
! <center>[[image:World_icon.png]]</center><br />
| {{Coord|41|00.00|N|28|30.52|E|}}<br />
|-<br />
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|-<br />
! Radio:<br />
| VHF channels 62 or 14<br />
|- <br />
! Berths:<br />
| 165<br />
|-<br />
! Max length:<br />
| 20 metres<br />
|-<br />
! Max draft:<br />
| 4 metres<br />
|- <br />
! Fuel:<br />
| Diesel (service statiosn within walking distance supplying petrol, kerosene, rock gas etc<br />
|- <br />
! Water:<br />
| Yes, on berth<br />
|- <br />
! Elect:<br />
| Yes, 240v (requires certification if connected to the boat's electrical system) <br />
|- <br />
! Toilets:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Showers:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Laundry:<br />
| Yes<br />
|-<br />
! Internet:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Wi-Fi:<br />
| Yes<br />
|- <br />
! Cable TV:<br />
| No<br />
|- <br />
! Phone:<br />
| +64 4 382 9300<br />
|- <br />
! Email:<br />
| [mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
|-<br />
! Web:<br />
| [http://http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz/ Website]<br />
|-<br />
| colspan="2" style="font-size: smaller;" | More notes about the Marina<br />
|}{{TOCleft}}<br />
Chaffers Marina is a floating marina in Wellington's inner harbour with a prime location adjacent to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand). It was completed in 1993 and offers facilities anbd services to both visiting vessels and berth licence holders. The marina is protected by a floating breakwater and is attached to the Clyde Quay wharf. The deep water site offers large berths and a comprehensive range of facilities and amenities.<br />
<br />
Numerous bars, cafes and rstaraunts as well as medical and commercial services are all within easy reach. The marina is located on the city's bus routes and is 5km from Wellington Airport.<br />
<br />
A fixed travel lift provides on-site haul out facilities for vessels up to 40 tonnes displacement. Local marine services can be provided on-site by boat builders, engineers, chandlers, painters, sail makers, yacht riggers and other trades.<br />
<br />
<br />
===Navigation/Approach===<br />
The marina breakwater is conspicuous from all directions with Te Papa Museum making an imposing backdrop. Alongside is the Overseas Passenger Terminal, which, as this is written is the scene of a major building site transforming the terminal into an apartment complex. The marina is easily entered in all weather from the NE. For your first visit ask for guidance or follow another vessel in, if visitng at night.<br />
<br />
===Berthing===<br />
Visiting yachts should contact the marina in advance of their visit to arrange a berth. <br />
<br />
===Marina facilities===<br />
* Marina offices<br />
* Meeting room<br />
* Toilets and showers<br />
* Wifi<br />
* Water and electricity at all berths<br />
* 24 hour security<br />
[[Image:GuzelceOffice.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina office<br />''Click for larger view'' ]]<br />
[[Image:GuzelceHard.jpg|thumb|300px|right|Guzelce Marina hard standing<br />''Click for larger view'' ]] <br />
<br />
===Repairs/Yard===<br />
* Large hard standing area (10 yachts)<br />
* Travel lift (40 tonnes)<br />
* Full range of technical services<br />
* Paintwork and antifouling<br />
* Electrical and electronic repairs<br />
* Deck relaying<br />
* Carpentry<br />
* Upholstery<br />
<br />
===Security===<br />
Excellent.<br />
<br />
===Marina Location===<br />
The marina is located right in the midst of Wellington's central business district.<br />
<br />
===Transport===<br />
Taxis, buses and trains all within an easy distance. Wellington Airport is about 5km by road.<br />
<br />
===Price===<br />
Phone marina office for prices. Water and electricity supplied to all berths. <br />
<br />
===Contact===<br />
Address: Marina Office Hours Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700<br />
<br />
VHF Channel 62 monitored during office hours<br />
<br />
Chaffer Marina<br />
<br />
PO Box 27 555<br />
<br />
Wellington<br /><br />
Phone: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
Fax: +64 4 3829300<br /><br />
[http://www.chaffersmarina.co.nz Website]<br /><br />
[mailto:chaffers.marina@clear.net.nz Email]<br />
<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
<br />
Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
<br />
For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
[[Chaffers Marina]]<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several free anchorages. <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings there it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud relatively shoalow flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly iin northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
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If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
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Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
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Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
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The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
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Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
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The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
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The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
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===Mana Anchorages===<br />
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Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Eateries===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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An online cruising guide for sailing around New Zealand.<br />
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| colspan="2" style="font-size: 2" | Calling code 64<br>New Zealand is notable for its geographic isolation, situated about 2000 km (1250 miles) southeast of [[Australia]] across the Tasman Sea, and its closest neighbours to the north are [[New Caledonia]], [[Fiji]] and [[Tonga]].<br />
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'''New Zealand''' (Aotearoa, or the "Land of the Long White Cloud") comprises two main islands, the North and South Islands, ''Te Ika a Maui'' and ''Te Wai Pounamu'' respectively in Maori, and a number of smaller islands, located near the centre of the water hemisphere. [[Cook Strait]], 20 km wide at its narrowest point, separates the North and South Islands. The total land area of 268,680 km<sup>2</sup> (103,738 mi<sup>2</sup>) is a little less than that of [[Italy]] and [[Japan]] and a little more than the [[United Kingdom]].<br />
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The country extends more than 1,600 kilometres (1,000 miles) along its main, north-north-east axis, with approximately 15,134 km (9,404 mi) of coastline. The most significant of the smaller inhabited islands include Stewart Island/Rakiura; Waiheke Island, in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf; Great Barrier Island, east of the Hauraki Gulf; and the Chatham Islands, named Rekohu by Moriori. The country has extensive marine resources, with the seventh-largest Exclusive Economic Zone in the world, covering over four million square kilometres (1.5 million sq mi), more than 15 times its land area.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
New Zealanders generally have a relaxed, can-do attitude and will have a go at trying to fix pretty much anything with a few improvised materials and tools.<br />
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==Climate & Weather==<br />
New Zealand's climate is complex and varies from warm subtropical in the far north to cool temperate climates in the far south, with severe alpine conditions in the mountainous areas.<br />
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Mountain chains extending the length of New Zealand provide a barrier for the prevailing westerly winds, dividing the country into dramatically different climate regions. The West Coast of the South Island is the wettest area of New Zealand, whereas the area to the east of the mountains, just over 100 km away, is the driest.<br />
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Most areas of New Zealand have between 600 and 1600 mm of rainfall, spread throughout the year with a dry period during the summer. Over the northern and central areas of New Zealand more rainfall falls in winter than in summer, whereas for much of the southern part of New Zealand, winter is the season of least rainfall.<br />
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Mean annual temperatures range from 10°C in the south to 16°C in the north of New Zealand. The coldest month is usually July and the warmest month is usually January or February. In New Zealand generally there are relatively small variations between summer and winter temperatures, although inland and to the east of the ranges the variation is greater (up to 14°C). Temperatures also drop about 0.7°C for every 100 m of altitude.<br />
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Sunshine hours are relatively high in areas that are sheltered from the west and most of New Zealand would have at least 2000 hours annually. The midday summer solar radiation index (UVI) is often very high in most places and can be extreme in northern New Zealand and in mountainous areas. Autumn and spring UVI values can be high in most areas.<br />
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Most snow in New Zealand falls in the mountain areas. Snow rarely falls in the coastal areas of the North Island and west of the South Island, although the east and south of the South Island may experience some snow in winter. Frosts can occur anywhere in New Zealand and usually form on cold nights with clear skies and little wind. (From NIWA New Zealand Weather)<br />
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Sources of weather forecasting:<br />
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* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/index.jsp?mt=gfs&mc=mslp&mso=0&lt=wzcountry&lc=nz Weatherzone general Au & NZ]<br />
* [http://www.weatherzone.com.au/models/ Weatherzone (Passages)] (For passage planning - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* [http://www.wetterzentrale.de/topkarten/fsavnaus.html Wetterzentrale] (German website - New Zealand and Australia)<br />
* Marine weather forecasts broadcast several times each day on VHF and SSB Radio channels.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ223 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - northern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
: NZ224 New Zealand and adjacent ocean areas - southern sheet (1:3500000)<br />
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[http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/charts/where-to-buy-charts/chart-retailers LINZ Retailers Page].<br />
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''Also see individual regions''.<br />
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==Local Radio Nets==<br />
* [http://www.russellradio.org.nz/frequencies.htm Russell Radio] - for frequency and schedules, check out their website. <br />
** Position reporting and weather updates based on your position<br />
** Will arrange assistance to cruisers who requires it<br />
** Provides information to overseas visiting yachts for the right course for the "Q" berth and the Customs dock in the Opua Marina<br />
** Will inform Customs and Immigration of your ETA; if you have pets, they will also inform Quarantine<br />
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.<br />
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==Approaches and Navigation==<br />
''See individual regions''.<br />
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==Arrival/Departure procedures==<br />
====Arrival====<br />
Upon entry in New Zealand territorial waters, the Q-flag must be hoisted and remain aloft until the yacht has been cleared inside port. The first entry into New Zealand from a foreign port MUST be made at an official port of entry.<br />
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On approaching an official port of entry you must attempt to announce your arrival by calling ''Taupo Maritime Radio'' on VHF via their coastal relay stations. If unable to contact them, the local port authority can forward your arrival ''confirmation''. Your actual arrival must be be announced to the "port of entry" on VHF16.<br />
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'''Note''':<br />
: "Taupo Maritime Radio" maintains a continuous watch on 2182kHz, 8291kHz, 4125kHz, 6215kHz and 16420kHz. You can also contact them by phone: Ph: +64 9 359 6655 or +64 25 961 375 (after hours). A phone report may also be made to MAF in Auckland, Tel. +64 9 366 0345, +64 9 309 9093 or +64 274 975 171 (after hours).<br />
: "Russell Radio" will inform Customs and Immigration of your arrival by request.<br />
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If you are unable to contact the authorities by radio and therefore arrive "unannounced", the skipper (alone) must immediately make contact with Customs or the Police by phone and return immediately to the yacht - no other crew to go ashore until the clearance procedures have been completed.<br />
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Customs and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) quarantine officers will meet you on arrival. Clearance will be completed by Customs (also handles Immigration) and a Quarantine officer (after a thorough yacht inspection).<br />
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Note that all of the above also applies to New Zealand yachts arriving from offshore.<br />
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''From the New Zealand Customs Fact Sheet No. 32'':<br />
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: <font color=red>'''N.B.'''</font> New Zealand legislation requires the master of every craft en-route to New Zealand to provide certain information at least 48 hours prior to the expected arrival time in New Zealand territorial waters (12 nautical miles from the coastline). The information required includes:<br />
:* Full details of the vessel.<br />
:* Estimated date and time of arrival.<br />
:* The Customs port of entry at which the vessel will arrive.<br />
:* Full details of all crew and passengers on board.<br />
:* The name of the originating port and subsequent ports visited en-route to New Zealand.<br />
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You can provide this information by:<br />
* Facsimile sheet — use the form in the New Zealand Border Agencies Information Pack for Yachts and Small Craft and fax it to +64-3-358 0069, or<br />
* [http://www.customs.govt.nz/inprivate/arrivalbyprivatecraft/yachtsandsmallcraft/Pages/default.aspx Customs Website] Download and complete the forms listed, and return them by fax or email.<br />
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=====Contacts=====<br />
* New Zealand Customs Service, Marine Section, PO Box 29, Auckland. Ph: +64 (0)9 307 6516, Fax: +64 (0)9 359 6692. [mailto:yachts@customs.govt.nz Email]<br />
* Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF). Ph: +64 9 256 8547. [http://www.maf.govt.nz/quarantine/ Website], [mailto:enquiry@maf.govt.nz Email] - (information on quarantine inspection and regulations affecting onboard pets)<br />
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====Departure====<br />
Departure must be made from an official "Port of entry". Advise the New Zealand Customs Service at least 72 hours ahead of your intended departure to arrange for customs/immigration clearance. Once your clearance certificate has been issued, you must to go to sea within a "reasonable" time and any delays must be reported to Customs.<br />
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==Customs and Immigration==<br />
====Immigration====<br />
* Passports must be valid for at least three months beyond intended departure date. Australian citizens do not need visas nor do citizens of the European Union (except for Greece whose passports were issued BEFORE 1/1/2006), Bahrain, Brunei, Chile, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, Norway, United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Israel, Korea (South), Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, USA, Brazil, Canada, Iceland, Kuwait, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland and Uruguay<br />
* A three month visitor's permit is granted on arrival. Visas can be renewed through the Ministry of Immigration<br />
* British citizens may stay for up to six months on a visitor's permit. Pemission to stay beyond the maximum permitted period may be granted if the yacht needs to undergo repairs, or if you need to wait out the South Pacific hurricane season (October to April). Maximum length of stay is twelve months<br />
* It is required that all crew show availability of funds of $400 NZ per month if living on the yacht. Crew disembarking in New Zealand will be required to show an onward ticket, or sufficient funds to purchase one. The owner of the yacht must prove ownership and supply evidence of adequate 3rd party insurance<br />
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An Immigration officer can be contacted by phone at: Ph: +64 9 914 4100 or fax the New Zealand Immigration National Contact Centre on Fax: +64 9 914 4100.<br />
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====Customs====<br />
* Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and will be held in police custody until your departure. (The police MAY approve an onboard safe that will be sealed until your departure)<br />
* Keep medicines in their original packing - these should be accompanied by a valid prescription<br />
* Items such as flick-knives, swordsticks, knuckle-dusters, (and anything that can be termed a weapon) are prohibited<br />
* List (and declare) all equipment other than fixtures - these will not be subject to duty if remaining on board and re-exported on departure (some items may be sealed by Customs). Items to be landed must be declared to customs on arrival. Goods imported into New Zealand such as radios and navigation equipment require a Temporary Import form and a deposit to cover duty and sales tax, which will be refunded on re-export. If imported permanently, they will be subject to duty<br />
* All foreign yachts entering New Zealand on a temporary basis must fill in a "Temporary Import" form. The duty payable is assessed, and this amount is set by declaration on entry (the current rate is 19.7% - Aug'08). The yacht must leave New Zealand within 12 months of entry otherwise this duty is due on the yacht and its equipment. Extensions are not normally given beyond the twelve month limit unless the yacht is not seaworthy<br />
* The duty-free allowance for each person on arrival is 1 litre of spirits and 4.5 litres of wine or beer. Amounts in excess of this will be liable for customs charges<br />
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====Restrictions====<br />
=====Quarantine=====<br />
New Zealand has very strict regulations on the importation of animals, animal and plant products. It is advisable to arrive with a minimum of fresh stores. Items that must not be landed are fruit, vegetables, plant products, foodstuffs, eggs and waste from these items, pot plants, meat and animal products. All waste must be disposed of through the proper garbage disposal system including egg containers. The quarantine officer will explain this on arrival. Until such stores are consumed or destroyed the yacht will be under surveillance and restricted to berthing at a wharf where these garbage facilities are available. Organic garbage should be disposed of before entering New Zealand territorial waters. The quarantine officer may also inspect for pesticides, which must be of a formula registered in New Zealand. This can include insecticide sprays, cockroach traps and antifouling.<br />
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Obtain written authority before taking anything ashore such as bicycles, motorcycles, sporting equipment, etc.<br />
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==Health and Security==<br />
====Health====<br />
Travelers to Rotorua should note that due to geothermal activity the town smells of sulphur, which may cause problems for some with sensitive noses. You get used to it, and the scenery is worth the trouble.<br />
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====Security====<br />
You'll find that for the most part Kiwi's are friendly and helpful. And whilst most locals are honest there is a criminal minority. So take the same care of yourself, boat and your belongings as you would anywhere. Be especially careful to avoid having to walk anywhere late at night, even in small towns.<br />
Most NZ Police Offcers are not armed.<br />
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==Ports & Popular Stops==<br />
[[image:Poe.jpg]] = Port of entry, [[Image:Island icon.png]] = Island, [[image:Marina_icon.png]] = Marina, [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] = Harbor, [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] = Anchorage, [[image:Question_icon.png]] = Needs data.<br />
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{| class="wikitable" style="margin: 1em auto 1em auto;" <br />
|- bgcolor="#ABCDEF" align="center"<br />
| '''North Island''' || '''South Island'''<br />
|-<br />
|id "North Island" valign="top" |<br />
: [[Auckland]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
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: [[Gisborne]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Gulf Harbour]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: Mana Harbour see Wellington<br />
: [[Napier]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[New Plymouth]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]) [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Opua]] ([[Bay of Islands]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
: [[Tauranga]] ([[Bay of Plenty]]) ([[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Wellington]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whangarei]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
: [[Whangaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Whitianga]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
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|id="South Island" valign="top"|<br />
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: [[Christchurch|Christchurch (Lyttleton)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Akaroa]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Dunedin]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Greymouth]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Hokitika]]<br />
: [[Invercargill|Invercargill (Bluff)]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]<br />
: [[Nelson]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]] [[image:Question_icon.png]]<br />
: [[Oamaru]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
: [[Oban]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[Stewart Island]]<br />
: [[Picton, NZ|Picton]] ([[Marlborough Sounds]]) [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Marina_icon.png]] [[Image:Harbour_icon.png]] [[image:Anchor_Icon.png]]]<br />
: [[Timaru]] [[image:Poe.jpg]] [[image:Question_icon.png]] -- see also [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
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|}<br />
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==Regions==<br />
===[http://www.cruiserswiki.org/wiki/Category:Islands_-_New_Zealand External Territories]===<br />
* [[South Pacific]]<br />
** [[Chatham Islands]] [[image:Poe.jpg]]<br />
** [[Kermadec Islands]]<br />
** [[Niue]]<br />
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* Sub-Antarctic<br />
** Antipodes Islands<br />
** Auckland Islands<br />
** Bountry Islands<br />
** Campbell Island<br />
** The Snares<br />
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===Regional Cruising Guides===<br />
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(in order of north to south)<br />
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* '''North Island'''<br />
** [[Bay of Islands]]<br />
** [[Bay of Plenty]]<br />
** [[Hauraki Gulf]]<br />
** [[Manukau Harbour]]<br />
** [[Cook Strait]]<br />
* '''South Island'''<br />
** [[Nelson Bays]] -- Tasman Bay and Golden Bay.<br />
** [[Marlborough Sounds]]<br />
** [[South Island, East Coast]]<br />
** [[Fiordland]] (has data)<br />
** [[Foveaux Strait]]<br />
** [[Stewart Island]]<br />
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===Inland Lakes===<br />
* '''North Island'''<br />
** [[Rotorua]]<br />
*** [[Lake Rotorua]]<br />
** [[Taupo]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Taupo]]<br />
* '''South Island'''<br />
** [[Queenstown]] (has data)<br />
*** [[Lake Wakatipu]]<br />
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==Transportation==<br />
Several air lines service international routes from/to New Zealand. Whilst the majority of flights arrive/depart Auckland, wellington, Christhcurch and Queenstown also have international airports.<br />
* Air New Zealand<br />
* Qantas<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
* [[Trans Pacific ("Puddle-Jump")]] - East to West<br />
* [[Trans-Pacific Passage - West to East]]<br />
* [[New Zealand to Australia]]<br />
* [[Australia to New Zealand]]<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Sharron and Brian in the [[Whangarei Marina]] are very helpful with information to the cruising boats.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')<br />
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/new-zealand.html New Zealand Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]<br />
* [http://www.crew.org.nz Crew.Org.nz, a New Zealand run forum, with free membership, that will give you access to local sailors in all parts of the country]<br />
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==External Links==<br />
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Zealand New Zealand] - Wikipedia<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
* {{Reference| Hamilton, Mary|Coastal Cruising Handbook|Royal Akarana Yacht Club, PO box 42004, Orakei, Auckland, New Zealand|9780473157920}} - covers Three Kings islands to Cape Kidnappers<br />
* {{Reference|Murray, Keith W. J|New Zealand Cruising Guide|Steven William Publishers, PO box 13521, Johnsonville, Wellington, New Zealand|9780959784893}} - central area, covers Cape Palliser to Farewell Spit<br />
* {{Reference|Noel Bell|A Boaties Guide to Fiordland|Mana Cruising Club, PO box 57045, Mana, New Zealand|154158875}} - covers Fiordland<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
* SV Wiskun = We were in NZ between 2003 to 2007. As of this period, incoming overseas yachts were given 6 months Temporary Import Entry. Most cruisers who applied for extensions were given up to 1 year; however there must be a valid reason given, i.e. health, ongoing repairs on the yacht; etc. The first time we applied for an extension, we flew out of the country and sent the application for extension from overseas. We even enclosed a self addressed envelope purchased in NZ before we left. Our application was granted within 3 weeks. If ongoing repairs is the reason, they do come to the boatyard to check. Applications for further extensions may be granted based on valid reasons, but a security bond may have to be placed based on the value of the vessel. Our suggestion upon arrival is to declare as low as possible, the value of your vessel.<br />
* Note re Visitors Visa. You get 3 months on arrival. Can be extended after filling in paper work and fee. Might be easier to organize a longer visa before arrival. Eg. from the NZ Consulate in [[Tonga]].<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
Chaffers Marina<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several free anchorages. <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings there it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud relatively shoalow flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly iin northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
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If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
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Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
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Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
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The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
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Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
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The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
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The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. There are also several workshops and shops catering for pleasure boats and their repair. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
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===Mana Anchorages===<br />
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Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Eateries===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
Chaffers Marina<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
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===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
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Wellington provides several free anchorages. <br />
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In the north eastern corner of the harbour lies Lowry Bay. The southern side of the bay was once the mooring ground for the Lowry Bay Yacht Club. And whilst there are still a handful of moorings there it is also a good achorage with a sandy/mud relatively shoalow flat bottom. Sheltered from all but the worst southerley winds, but can be a little rolly iin northerley winds.<br />
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On the western side of Evans Bay there continues to be a large number of moorings. But you can safely anchor here with good holding. The location is also more convenient to the Wellington CBD than Lowry Bay.<br />
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Larger yachts and tall sailing ships often anchor just off the Hutt Motorway (in the proximity of the petrol station) at the northern end of the harbour. It is good holding and you'll be in the lee from the northerleys. Not a place to be anchored in a southerley.<br />
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==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
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If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
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Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
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Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
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The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
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Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
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The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
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The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
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===Mana Anchorages===<br />
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Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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Links to relevant websites.<br />
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Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
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Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
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For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
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Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
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Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
<br />
The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Wellington Harbour Marinas==<br />
Chaffers Marina<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
<br />
===Wellington Anchorages===<br />
<br />
==Mana Harbour, Marina and Approach==<br />
<br />
If you are planning to continue a trip (south or north), particularly if your route is up or down the West Coast, then consider Mana for your visit. Appreciate that Mana is NOT a port to clear NZ Customs. The main advantage of Mana is its accessibility to/from the Marlborough Sounds (refer to Cook Strait Crossing). <br />
<br />
Mana provides very desirable beachfront suburbs and has a modern 300 berth marina. Several visitors’ berths are provided by the Mana Cruising Club at the northern end of the marina. The marina lies halfway between the Mana and Paremata stations (both a short walk). There’s a very regular 20 minute ride to/from Wellington city proper and as I write this in 2013 the price at peak time is about $16 Mana/Wellington return per adult. A 10 trip is the most economical fare if you expect to make several trips. All trains have guards from whom you may purchase tickets with cash.<br />
<br />
Outside the harbour is Mana Island. The island is nearly one square mile in area, with a height of about 120 metres and flat topped. The island has been Dept of Conservation controlled since 1987. It has been managed since as a sanctuary for lizards, birds and native plants after a successful mice irradiation project. <br />
<br />
The north end of the island is affected by tidal streams and in bad weather a clearance of at least 1 mile is recommended. The southern end is a popular picnic area with shelter from the predominant northerlies.<br />
<br />
Before entering the Mana Harbour proper refer to chart NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour. You’ll see that there are some hazards including a reef in what seems like mid channel and areas of very shallow water. In a strong northerly, particularly when blowing against an outgoing tide, it is safest to hold off your entry until an hour or so before high tide. This is because there may be a lack of depth during wave troughs with the swell waves running over the sand bar at the entrance.<br />
<br />
The channel itself is well marked. As with any new harbour don’t hesitate to ask for help on channel 16 and/or follow another vessel. During daytime the channel is marked by two white triangular beacons at the foot of a hill. Entry at night is provided by red, green and white sector lights (follow the white light). Relatively close to the beach (about 500 metres) you’ll need to make an almost 90° turn to starboard. As with the harbour entry there are two triangular beacons for daytime and a directional light for night time that will appear on your starboard beam. The central Cruising Guide warns of people confusing the directional lights with the red lights of the railway and the background of houses. In additional there are channel markers all the way along.<br />
<br />
The entrance to the marina requires an almost 180°, very tight turn through the entrance, as the visitors’ berths and Club House are at the northern end. Facilities include water, travelift and hard stand, diesel, and a hand cranked mast crane. Note that whilst the Marina berths proper are all floating, the visitors’ berths are fixed concrete so allow enough line for at least a 1 ½ metre tide range. Within walking distance are cafes, bars, a shopping centre, service stations for petrol and rockgas supplies. Close by two are some popular beaches.<br />
<br />
===Mana Anchorages===<br />
<br />
Continuing south past the marina are several mooring areas. You can freely anchor at any of these areas, obviously with normal care. Do not continue past the marina entrance at night on your first visit.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
<br />
====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
<br />
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
<br />
Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
<br />
Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
<br />
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Eateries===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
<br />
===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
<br />
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
<br />
===Transportation===<br />
<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
*<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
<br />
====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
<br />
Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
<br />
For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
<br />
Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
<br />
Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
<br />
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====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
<br />
==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
<br />
: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
<br />
: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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<br />
==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Local Weather==<br />
<br />
Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
<br />
Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
<br />
Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
<br />
October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
<br />
For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
<br />
Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
<br />
<br />
==Approach and Navigation==<br />
<br />
Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
<br />
As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
<br />
Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
<br />
==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
<br />
A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
<br />
At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
<br />
The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Marinas & Yacht Clubs==<br />
Chaffers Marina<br />
Evans Bay Marina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
Mana Marina<br />
<br />
===Anchorages===<br />
<br />
==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
<br />
====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
<br />
The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
<br />
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
<br />
Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
<br />
Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
<br />
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Eateries===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
<br />
===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
<br />
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===<br />
<br />
<br />
===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
<br />
===Transportation===<br />
<br />
<br />
==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
<br />
<br />
==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
* <br />
<br />
==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
*<br />
<br />
==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
*<br />
<br />
<br />
==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
*<br />
<br />
==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
<br />
====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
<br />
<br />
{{Guide2}}<br />
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<div>==Wellington, New Zealand (Port of Entry)==<br />
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====Overview====<br />
Wellington lies at the southern end of New Zealand's North Island. It is often the stepping off point for those wanting to cross Cook Strait and cruise through the Marlborough Sounds. Wellington’s harbour, called Lambton Harbour is a beautiful horse shoe shape, surrounded by many forested high hills. The entire harbour is safe for large and small ships, with few rocks, good depths in almost every part, and a modest tide of no more than 1 ½ metres (excluding spring). But of course like anywhere in the roaring forties, it can get rough and very windy.<br />
<br />
Wellington city itself has a population of about 185,000, and taking account the wider population of its four satellite cities the total population is 380.000. Public transport around Wellington is good, although a little expensive, with frequent bus and train services.<br />
<br />
For the cruising yachtie Wellington isn’t somewhere you’d typically choose to go except either as a stop off on your way to the South Island, or you have residents there that you wish to visit. That’s not to say that Wellington doesn’t have attractions and charm, it does in abundance, but for those on their way to the Marlborough Sounds consider the alternative of a layover at Mana near the satellite city of Porirua, assuming you’ve passaged down the North Island’s west coast. Refer to the information on marinas below.<br />
<br />
Attractions for Wellington city itself include the world renowned Te Papa, the national museum. Te Papa is a new addition to the capital and one of the world’s first ‘interactive’ museums. Te Papa is set right on the water front, in the midst of the central business district. It’s actually a very short walk from the Chaffers Marina.<br />
<br />
Wellington once had a reputation for being dull and grey, full of dour civil servants dressed in drab clothes. But since around 1985 that reputation hasn’t been deserved. The city is now vibrant, busy and colourful with outdoor bars and cafes throughout the inner city. The culture of Wellington City is one of relaxed shopping. Try a ‘flat white’, New Zealand’s own contribution to coffee drinking. We’ll discuss some of the attractions below, but if you do stopover you will enjoy your stay.<br />
<br />
{{TOCleft}}<br />
====Cruising the region====<br />
Wellington and Porirua Harbours are the only safe havens in this rather bleak (and sometimes most hostile) coast south of New Plymouth on the west coast and Napier on the east coast of the North Island. Lying within the notorious Cook Strait there's really nowhere to cruise or gunkhole. It can also be very windy, with Cook Strait creating a natural wind funnel thorough the region.<br />
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==Charts==<br />
; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ]<br />
: NZ46 Cook Strait (1:200000) or <br />
: NZ463 Approaches to Wellington Harbour (1:100000) <br />
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: NZ4633 – Wellington Harbour (1:25000)<br />
: NZ4634 – Wellington Harbour Entrance & Wharves (chartlet scale varies)<br />
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: NZ4632 – Approaches to Porirua Harbour (1:16000)<br />
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==Radio Nets==<br />
* ''See [[New Zealand]]''<br />
* ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''<br />
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==Local Weather==<br />
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Sources for Weather forecasts:<br />
* [http://www.metservice.com/ NZ Met Service]<br />
* [http://www.metvuw.com/forecast/ Met Victoria University]<br />
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Wellington is located next to Cook Strait, which forms a narrow gap between the mountain ranges of the North and South Islands. This gap between the islands and mountain ranges accelerates the wind through the Cook Strait making Wellington a very windy city.<br />
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Wellington’s average wind speed was measure at 22 km/hr (source data for 1971 to 2000). During the same period there were an average of 22 days per year with wind speeds over gale force (63km/h). Wellington tops the mean wind speed comparisons (for New Zealand) with the notable exception of the Chatham Islands and ranks number 3 behind Kaikoura and Scott Base, Antartica for the number of gale force days.<br />
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October is the windiest month of the year with a mean 27 days of wind speeds over 15 knots, 19 of those days are over 20 knots. July is the least windy month with a mean of 21 days with wind speeds over 15 knots, 12 of those days are over 20 knots. October to January is the windiest time of year with the least windy months extending from February to July.<br />
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For wind speeds of 15-20 knots, northerlies are the most common a massive 80.6% of the time, the next closest frequency direction is from the South at 13.1%. Westerly (WNW, W, WSW) and Easterly (ENE, E, ESE) wind directions are not represented at all. Higher wind speeds over 20 knots show a similar distribution. The bias to direct Northerly and Southerly wind directions is probably slightly exaggerated by the North South alignment of the hills surrounding the airport (where the study was undertaken).<br />
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Wellington is not only known for its frequently windy conditions but for the strength of its wind. The Metservice reports the following extreme wind conditions in Wellington:<br />
• Wellington averages 173 days a year with wind gusts greater than about 60 km/h (32knots) and gales in the Wellington region regularly measure gusts over 140km/h (75 knots). <br />
• The strongest wind speeds where recorded at Hawkins Hill at an incredible 248km/h (134 knots) on the 6 November 1959 and 4 July 1962. <br />
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==Approach and Navigation==<br />
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Don't hesitate to contact Wellington Harbour control (Beacon Hill) on channel 16 for help.<br />
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As with all New Zeland ports, lights and markers are carefully maintained and can be relied on to operate.<br />
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==<br />
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Wellington port is a Customs Port of Entry so if this is your first port of call you'll need to contact Customs and make arrangements as per the instructions for New Zealand.<br />
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==Islands==<br />
There are two islands within the harbour, the first seen as you enter is really a large rock called Ward Island. Ward Island is a popular picnic site in the summer. There’s an anchorage with good holding on the eastern side, just off the sandy beach.<br />
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A couple of miles north is a larger island called Sommes Island. Sommes Island is a DOC (Dept of Conservation) reserve and well worth a visit. To walk around the entire island takes about 2 hours at a leisurely pace and in summer it’s a popular place to walk and picnic. The island is served by regular ferry service several times a day throughout the year. The writer has always felt Sommes Island is a gem in the capital’s crown and encourages all visitors (and Wellingtonians) to make the visit. <br />
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At the north eastern end of the island is the ferry service jetty where pleasure boats may offload passengers. 100 metres north of the jetty are 2 free DOC mooring buoys where it is expected the skipper will tie up and then dinghy to the shore to meet his/her passengers. DOC is fastidious that no one inadvertently introduces any creatures or weeds to the island. So they will check the bags and shoes of all visitors and there is a building by the jetty for that purpose.<br />
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The two DOC mooring buoys at Sommes island are also often used by overnight cruisers, they’re free and relatively sheltered, but can be a little rolly in a northerly.<br />
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs==<br />
Chaffers Marina<br />
Evans Bay MNarina<br />
Seaview Marina<br />
Mana Marina<br />
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===Anchorages===<br />
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==<br />
====Marine Stores====<br />
Within a walking distance of all the marinas are numerous small boat supply stores, although most geared to small power and fishing boats.<br />
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====Repairs/Yards====<br />
As above, with many small workshops and repair yards. As a rule you'll find these guys innovative and willing to tackle any problem. Appreciate that most locals will regard a visiting cruiiser as being very wealthy and so may not be concerned about taking a few extra hours or days on your project. So you really need to manage any work you need done.<br />
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The marina has a travel lift and hard stand area.<br />
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====<br />
Fuel<br />
There are several service stations offerring diesel, petrol and LPG within walking distance of the marinas. The marinas all have diesel available. <br />
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Water<br />
The tap water is clean, free and drinkable, with taps all around the marinas.<br />
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Electricity<br />
240 volt<br />
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==<br />
===Tourism===<br />
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===<br />
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===Internet/WiFi===<br />
Check with marina<br />
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===Laundry===<br />
Coin machines at all the marinas<br />
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===Garbage Disposal===<br />
Dumpsters at all the marinas, along with oil recycling tanks<br />
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===Transportation===<br />
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==Routes/Passages To/From==<br />
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.<br />
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==Cruiser's Friends==<br />
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.<br />
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==Forum Discussions==<br />
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)<br />
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==External Links==<br />
Links to relevant websites.<br />
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==References & Publications==<br />
Publications, Guides, etc.<br />
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==Personal Notes==<br />
A very friendly place. <br />
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''====<br />
August 2013<br />
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