Sailing Conditions

Check the weather before you come onboard

Cook Strait is notorious for being one of the most changeable stretches of water in the world. It can change from calm or light swell to rough in a matter of hours. Our sailing condition indicators are to give you an idea of conditions.

You can find more detailed weather and swell information on:

• Service Alerts: we post weather advisories where sailings may be affected
• Metservice
• Windy.com - check the Wave option

Many people are worried about getting seasick during their Cook Strait crossing that's why we are giving an indication of swells, or how rough it will be. We also have useful information on seasickness.

Keep in mind that sailing through Wellington Harbour and the Marlborough Sounds are calmer than Cook Strait itself and most days are perfect for enjoying the view.