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Cruising the Maskelyne Islands and Port Sandwich on Malakula, Vanuatu, requires careful navigation of shallow coral reefs and tidal currents. In the Maskelyne Islands, anchorages often feature dense coral heads, necessitating reliance on satellite imagery to supplement standard electronic charts.2:29 Tidal ranges can leave vessels stranded in shallow areas, and local villages may impose anchorage and access fees.5:23 Port Sandwich, located on the eastern side of Malakula, offers a deep, well-protected harbor with minimal tidal stream, making it a reliable alternative to the more exposed Maskelyne anchorages.10:48 The village of Lamap, situated 3 km from the Port Sandwich anchorage, provides access to fresh bread, a public market operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and local agricultural activity, including cacao processing and bamboo construction.17:00 While the region is known for potential dugong sightings in quiet bays like Awei Island, local regulations strictly prohibit the harvesting of dugongs, turtles, and certain shellfish to protect the marine environment.14:31

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