Monthly Archives: May 2010

Hiva Oa

After our brisk overnight sail to Hiva Ona we anchored in the harbour close to Atuona, the main town here. John was already asleep and Helen went below immediately to catch up. I was left to sort out the dinghy … Continue reading

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Last day in Fatu Hiva

As planned, John and I went exploring / snorkeling in the morning. We took Tim from Kamaya with us and dinghied around the corner searching for interesting places. Practically everywhere, the steep cliffs continued straight down into the water where … Continue reading

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Fatu Hiva – Day 2 ashore

Another busy day here in Fatu Hiva. In the morning we headed ashore principally to visit the falls nearby. We picked up Ruth and her daughter from Kamaya as we wanted to see some more Tapas together and arrange dinner … Continue reading

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First full day in Fatu Hiva

Waking up in Hanavave and taking in the surroundings makes all the effort of getting here worthwhile. The place is astounding. It has to be noted though that this is the first land for the wind which has crossed nearly … Continue reading

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Helen: Day 22

I woke up for my morning shift to the rumble of the generator. We were motoring. Steve must have decided that our sanity was worth burning some precious fossil fuel. We would reach landfall today. Today today today! It was … Continue reading

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