2007

Tasman Sea attempt - tragic loss

Andrew McAuley · Ocean Crossings

Andrew McAuley attempted the first crossing of the Tasman Sea from Australia to New Zealand in October 2007. Tragically lost at sea 40 miles short of his destination.

Andrew McAuley attempted the first kayak crossing of the Tasman Sea from Australia to New Zealand in October 2007. He was tragically lost at sea just 40 miles short of his destination. The expedition is widely documented and remains a sober reference point in the discussion of ocean-crossing kayaking.