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Port of WAIKAWA

NZWKW🇳🇿NZ

Port Location

About Port of WAIKAWA

The Port of WAIKAWA (NZWKW) is a maritime port facility located in NZ.. Local time zone: UTC+13.

Position: -41.2636°S, 174.0491°E. UN/LOCODE: NZWKW.

Geographic context: The Port of WAIKAWA is situated on the Tasman Sea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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General Information

Port Name
WAIKAWA
Country
🇳🇿NZ
UNLOCODE
NZWKW
Time Zone
UTC+13
Latitude
-41.2636°
Longitude
174.0491°

Navigation Aids Near WAIKAWA

Okukari Bay (Tory Channel, Whekenui) Range Rear Lighthouse

4.8 NMENE

Queen Charlotte Sound and Cape Campbell Lighthouses Lighthouse

8.7 NMNE

French Pass Lighthouses Lighthouse

22.6 NMNNW

Jerningham Point Lighthouse

34.1 NME

Mana Island Lighthouse

34.9 NMENE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WAIKAWA?+
The approach to WAIKAWA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Okukari Bay (Tory Channel, Whekenui) Range Rear Lighthouse at 4.8 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Queen Charlotte Sound and Cape Campbell Lighthouses (8.7 NM NE), French Pass Lighthouses (22.6 NM NNW), Jerningham Point (34.1 NM E), Mana Island (34.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of WAIKAWA on?+
The Port of WAIKAWA is situated on the Tasman Sea in NZ. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of WAIKAWA?+
You can track vessels near WAIKAWA (NZWKW) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for NZWKW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WAIKAWA?+
The Port of WAIKAWA operates in the UTC+13 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.