Coastguard NZ

The simplest way to stay safe out on the water. Mate, here’s the Coastguard app! It’s got a boatload of handy features for fishos and boaties including...

Log a trip
Quick fish or a weekend mission? Let us know where you’re headed and when you’ll be back so we can keep you safe out on the water.

Forecast
Don’t set sail if she’s blowing a gale. Get a 5-day view on forecasts for wind, weather and wave height as well as the recreational and coastal forecasts to help you plan your trip.

Tides
Select your location and find tides for tomorrow or plan ahead to next month.

Nowcasting
Keep an eye on the current conditions at your spot – or someone else’s. Get live weather updates including up-to-the-minute wind data with Coastguard Nowcasting.


VHF Channels
Broken down, need a tow, or wanting an update on the current weather and sea state? We have all the VHF channels you need to contact Coastguard directly or to get real-time marine weather information and forecasts.

Save your spots
Can’t remember where that whopper was caught? Save your favourite spots for quick access next time.