How old is the Tasman Sea?

How old is the Tasman Sea? The opening of the Tasman Sea basin through seafloor spreading took place along a mid-ocean ridge (now extinct) that was producing oceanic crust between Late Cretaceous to Eocene times (~84-52 million years ago).

How many sharks are in the Tasman Sea?

Around 5500 great white sharks are lurking in the waters between New Zealand and Australia, new research has revealed. For the first time, the CSIRO has been able to put a number on the size of the white shark population in the Tasman using world-first genetic analysis.

What is the best month to cruise New Zealand?

New Zealand cruises kick off with the start of the cruising season in October and end in April. However, the summer months of December through March are best for New Zealand cruise vacations. Temperatures at this time range between 16°C to 24°C and the days are long, bright and sunny.

Which ocean is the stormiest?

The Southern Ocean is not only far-off, but also unambiguously the stormiest region of the planet. Of the sectors of the Southern Ocean, the South Pacific is the most remote — there aren't even islands. It is just this vast stretch of ocean, about 10,000 kilometers between Chile and Australia.

Do cruise ships go through the Drake Passage?

Antarctic Explorer: Discovering the 7th Continent This exciting Antarctic cruise crosses the famed Drake Passage, explores the wildlife-rich shores of the South Shetland Islands, and makes numerous stops along the Antarctic Peninsula.

How long does it take to cross the Tasman Sea?

14 days. The 1,270nm route from Hobart to Picton across the infamous Tasman Sea.

Has anyone kayaked the Tasman Sea?

Richard Barnes has successfully kayaked 2,000km across the Tasman Sea, between Australia and New Zealand. The 62-year-old landed in New Zealand after 67 days at sea. He began his journey from Hobart, on the Australian island of Tasmania.

How safe are cruise ships in storms?

Cruise ships are designed to be incredibly safe in storms. They have advanced navigation systems and stabilizers that help them stay on course, even in rough seas. The hulls of the ships are also built to withstand strong winds and waves, so they can handle most storms without any issues.

What are the roughest seas to cruise on?