GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Cook Strait
Cook Strait separates North Island from South Island. Wellington overlooks its northern approaches.
Fast Facts
- Tasman Sea lies to the west.
- South Pacific waters lie east.
- Connects the two main islands by ferry routes.
Connected lessons
- Cook StraitMap, explanation and practice
- New Zealand: islands and gatewaysGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Tasman SeaRelated places
- North Island / Te Ika-a-MāuiRelated places
- South Island / Te WaipounamuRelated places
- WellingtonRelated places
- Foveaux StraitRelated places