Tasman Sea

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Tasman Sea Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around the Tasman Sea.

The Tasman Sea is the region of the South Pacific Ocean between Australia and New Zealand. Although it has a reputation as being one of the roughest stretches of water in the world, at certain times of the year a Tasman Sea crossing can be pleasant and fairly placid. Be aware, however, that as recently as 2013 yachts have been lost in this region without trace (most recently the SV Nina) and so proper planning and preparation for any trip is most strongly advised.

Cruising the region

Generally speaking, one does not "cruise" the Tasman Sea, but use it as a passage between two or more of the countries and territories that border it. These include:

For passage notes see:

Navigation Charts

Source
Chart Number - Chart Name
Chart Number - Chart Name
Source
Chart Number - Chart Name

Weather and Winds

Give weather conditions in the region or refer to another page (a country?) that covers these conditions.

Sources for weather information:

Currents & Tides

The most notable current of the Tasman Sea, especially close to the Australian east coast, is the East Australian Current. This is a warm current that runs southwards from the Coral Sea. In the summer months the current runs as far south as Sydney or even Eden, whereas in the winter months it tapers out by the time it reaches Coffs Harbour.

Approaches and Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Regional Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Countries, Ports, Anchorages, and Islands

Ports, Anchorages, and Islands

Routes/Passages To/From

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

References & Publications

Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:

{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot Imray||Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire|9780852889718}}, expands to
Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
  • Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number

You may want to remove the above entries and use instead a link to the Country or Region that lists the relevant references. If so enter, after removing {{MagentaText|xx}}, the following:

See [[Country or Region#References_&_Publications|Coutry or Region]].

If you do not use the above link, please remove it.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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