Sunday Island arrived in Hiva Oa Marquesas Friday 22 March 2024 after sailing 3126nm from Santa Cruz Galapagos. In total 19 days average speed 7.1kts.
Max and Issy collecting flying fish from deck
We arrived with a freezer full of tuna, but ready for some more variety in food so headed into town for a bite to eat and to clear customs.
Resident brown boobie
On Saturday we hired a pickup truck and toured this stunningly beautiful island where there are a number of ancient historical sites.
Max visiting an ancient site where human sacrifices were made
Yesterday Em and the kids got a day pass in a local resort (where the kids could eat as much as they wished… and did), while I had some solo time onboard downloading satellite pictures for navigating the Tuamotus.
Today we had a school day, while I did some maintenance trouble shooting our AIS and a few fuel runs.
Tiki
The kids have hooked up with some other boat kids and have them onboard for a play date.
Tomorrow we will continue our exploration of the island and visit the museum.
Epic scenery
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Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels.
Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania.
Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.
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