So after 27 days we arrived in Hiva Oa. We had very little wind for the last 5 days and had to motor.  Luckily we had lots of diesel as we had planned for no wind at the start.

 

We are in an anchorage were we know 5 other boats out of 15.  The same people are traveling the same route as us.  We say hi & goodbye & then meet up again in a month or so in another bay.  Harry & Sarah on Lady Annabel are also sailing an Amel like mine.  I first met them in Gocek in Turkey.  We’ve met in Spain, St. Lucia, Panama & now Hiva Oa.  It’s really nice to meet up with people you know in strange places.

 

Today we hope to check in with the local agent.  Currently we are still flying our yellow Q flag to say we have not cleared customs.  It’s very laid back & nobody is worried.

 

Once checked in we plan on going to the Isle of Tahuata where there is a bay with good snorkelling & possibly diving.  We will also clean the bottom of the boat as it is covered with sea life.  I thought it was just my anti-fouling but it sounds like everyone has the same problem.

 

We still have lots of food on board but have stocked up with local fresh salad & veg.  We were lucky as 2 supply boats came in just before we arrived.  It now looks like there will not be any fresh food on the island for a week or so.

 

The next few days will be exploring Hiva Oa & then off to Nuku Hiva.

 

Position on 8/05/16  18.00GMT 09:48.3S 139:01.9W