Fiordland
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| - | + | ===Overview=== | |
Situated on the southwest corner of [[New Zealand|New Zealand's]] South Island, '''Fiordland''' is touted in the tourist brochures as "the 8th wonder of the world". Comprising myriad islands and passages, the area presents an interesting possibility for adventurers seeking unspoiled wilderness to explore. Further inland, the beautiful town of [[Queenstown]] with her mirror-flat [[Lake Wakatipu]] is the home of skiing, sightseeing flights and charming museums. This area is truly special. | Situated on the southwest corner of [[New Zealand|New Zealand's]] South Island, '''Fiordland''' is touted in the tourist brochures as "the 8th wonder of the world". Comprising myriad islands and passages, the area presents an interesting possibility for adventurers seeking unspoiled wilderness to explore. Further inland, the beautiful town of [[Queenstown]] with her mirror-flat [[Lake Wakatipu]] is the home of skiing, sightseeing flights and charming museums. This area is truly special. | ||
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| - | + | ===Cruising the region=== | |
| - | + | Fiordland features a number of fiords (often named sounds), of which Milford Sound is the most famous, though Doubtful Sound is larger and has more, and longer, branches (but is less accessible). Situated within Fiordland are Browne Falls and Sutherland Falls, which rank among the tallest waterfalls in the world, and New Zealand's three deepest lakes, Lake Hauroko, Lake Manapouri, and Lake Te Anau. | |
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; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ] | ; [http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro Land Information NZ] | ||
| - | : NZ76 - Western Approaches to Foveaux Strait | + | : NZ76 -- Western Approaches to Foveaux Strait |
| + | : NZ7622 -- Milford Sound to Sutherland Sound | ||
| + | : NZ7623 -- Bligh Sound to Caswell Sound | ||
| + | : NZ7624 -- Charles Sound to Dagg Sound | ||
| + | : NZ7653 -- Breaksea Sound and Dusky Sound | ||
| + | : NZ7654 -- Chalky and Preservation Inlets | ||
| - | + | ==Weather Information== | |
| - | + | ''See [[New_Zealand#Climate_.26_Weather|New Zealand]]'' | |
| - | + | Fjordland lies in the '''Milford''' and '''Puysegur''' weather zones. | |
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| + | ===Sources for weather information=== | ||
* [http://www.marineweather.co.nz/forecasts/fiordland Marine Weather - Fiordland] | * [http://www.marineweather.co.nz/forecasts/fiordland Marine Weather - Fiordland] | ||
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| - | === | + | ==Regional Radio Nets== |
| - | + | ''See [[New_Zealand#Local_Radio_Nets|New Zealand]]'' | |
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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| + | ==Ports, Anchorages and Islands== | ||
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| + | ==References== | ||
| + | ''See [[New_Zealand#References_.26_Publications|New Zealand]]'' | ||
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| + | * {{Reference|Noel Bell|A Boaties Guide to Fiordland|Mana Cruising Club, PO Box 57045, Mana, New Zealand|154158875}} - covers Fiordland | ||
| - | + | ==Cruiser's Friends== | |
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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| - | + | ==Forum Discussions== | |
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements). | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements). | ||
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| - | + | ==External Links== | |
* [http://www.fiordland.org.nz Fiordland Tourist Information] | * [http://www.fiordland.org.nz Fiordland Tourist Information] | ||
| + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiordland Fiordland] on wikipedia | ||
| + | * [http://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Fiordland_National_Park Fjordland National Park] on wikivoyage | ||
| - | + | ==Personal Notes== | |
Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
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Revision as of 00:51, 23 October 2014
Fiordland Cruising Guide
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around Fiordland.
 Fjordland - click for larger view
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Overview
Situated on the southwest corner of New Zealand's South Island, Fiordland is touted in the tourist brochures as "the 8th wonder of the world". Comprising myriad islands and passages, the area presents an interesting possibility for adventurers seeking unspoiled wilderness to explore. Further inland, the beautiful town of Queenstown with her mirror-flat Lake Wakatipu is the home of skiing, sightseeing flights and charming museums. This area is truly special.
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Cruising the region
Fiordland features a number of fiords (often named sounds), of which Milford Sound is the most famous, though Doubtful Sound is larger and has more, and longer, branches (but is less accessible). Situated within Fiordland are Browne Falls and Sutherland Falls, which rank among the tallest waterfalls in the world, and New Zealand's three deepest lakes, Lake Hauroko, Lake Manapouri, and Lake Te Anau.
Charts
- Land Information NZ
- NZ76 -- Western Approaches to Foveaux Strait
- NZ7622 -- Milford Sound to Sutherland Sound
- NZ7623 -- Bligh Sound to Caswell Sound
- NZ7624 -- Charles Sound to Dagg Sound
- NZ7653 -- Breaksea Sound and Dusky Sound
- NZ7654 -- Chalky and Preservation Inlets
Weather Information
See New Zealand
Fjordland lies in the Milford and Puysegur weather zones.
Sources for weather information
Regional Radio Nets
See New Zealand
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Ports, Anchorages and Islands
References
See New Zealand
- Noel Bell, A Boaties Guide to Fiordland, Mana Cruising Club, PO Box 57045, Mana, New Zealand, ISBN 154158875 - covers Fiordland
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements).
External Links
- Fiordland Tourist Information
- Fiordland on wikipedia
- Fjordland National Park on wikivoyage
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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