Sailing Avanti

We are a South-African couple that will attempt to circumnavigate over a 2.5 years. Avanti is a 41ft Cape Vickers monohull that will be taking us to some beautiful locations. We plan to sail on a limited budget from Cape Town to the Caribbean, through the Panama Canal, across the South Pacific Ocean and finally across the Indian Ocean back to South Africa. Watch as we learn through our mistakes, …

Cape Agulhas Local Municipality, South Africa· Jan 2025

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CIRCUMNAVIGATED - WE DID IT EP136Gerard and Jacqueline complete a 30,000-nautical-mile circumnavigation aboard their yacht Avanti, returning to Cape Town, South Africa.26 Jan 2025 · Cape Agulhas Local Municipality, South Africa

Published26 Jan 2025

Duration16:23

Views3K

LocationCape Agulhas Local Municipality, South Africa

WILD COAST sailing EP135Gerard and Jacqueline navigate the dangerous Knysna heads in South Africa aboard their yacht Avanti.12 Jan 2025 · KuGompo City, South Africa

Published12 Jan 2025

Duration15:08

Views10K

LocationKuGompo City, South Africa

Sailing from Richards Bay to Durban in December EP134Avanti sails from Richards Bay to Durban, utilizing a 2-knot following current to reach the harbor.1 Jan 2025 · eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Published1 Jan 2025

Duration10:52

Views4K

LocationeThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa

Trying to leave Richardsbay EP133Gerard and Jacqueline prepare Avanti for a coastal passage from Richards Bay to Durban, South Africa.23 Dec 2024 · Richards Bay, South Africa

Published23 Dec 2024

Duration9:58

Views5K

LocationRichards Bay, South Africa

Hard living in Richarsdsbay South-Africa EP132Gerard clears barnacles and shells from the Avanti saildrive intake after the engine loses cooling water flow.6 Dec 2024 · Richards Bay, South Africa

Published6 Dec 2024

Duration11:52

Views2K

LocationRichards Bay, South Africa

Richardsbay and Zululand yacht club EP131Avanti hauls out at Richards Bay Yacht Club to refit before rounding the tip of Africa.25 Nov 2024 · Richards Bay, South Africa

Published25 Nov 2024

Duration12:03

Views4K

LocationRichards Bay, South Africa

Hair raising conditions as we arrive in South-Africa EP130The crew of Avanti navigates the Mozambique Channel in 30-knot gusts to reach Richards Bay, South Africa.15 Nov 2024 · Richards Bay, South Africa

Published15 Nov 2024

Duration11:04

Views11K

LocationRichards Bay, South Africa

Sailing Mozambique coast line EP129Avanti bypasses Mozambican ports to reach Richards Bay, South Africa, by sailing around a low-pressure system.8 Nov 2024 · Chicomo, Mozambique

Published8 Nov 2024

Duration10:10

Views2K

LocationChicomo, Mozambique

Sailing the Mozambique Channel EP128Avanti sails the Mozambique Channel while managing fuel reserves and troubleshooting an intermittent navigation light.31 Oct 2024 · Mozambique Channel

Published31 Oct 2024

Duration11:19

Views2K

LocationMozambique Channel

Goodbye Madagascar EP127Avanti navigates the Mozambique Channel while managing shifting wind patterns and preparing for a 400-mile passage.24 Oct 2024 · District de Soalala, Madagascar

Published24 Oct 2024

Duration9:50

Views2K

LocationDistrict de Soalala, Madagascar

Sailing Moramba bay - Watching dancing Lemurs and search for Baobab's EP126Jacqueline and Gerard sail Avanti to Marumba Bay, Madagascar, while evaluating the performance of a 140% Genoa.18 Oct 2024 · Moramba Bay, Madagascar

Published18 Oct 2024

Duration10:19

Views874

LocationMoramba Bay, Madagascar

Sailing from Nosy Be to Nosy Iranja and the Radamas EP125Navionics charts for the west coast of Madagascar show significant depth inaccuracies and missing reef data.10 Oct 2024 · Ambanja, Madagascar

Published10 Oct 2024

Duration13:14

Views2K

LocationAmbanja, Madagascar

Rigging fix and lazy days EP124Jacqueline and Gerard replace jury-rigged stays on Avanti before sailing through the Mozambique Channel.4 Oct 2024 · Marokindro, Madagascar

Published4 Oct 2024

Duration11:29

Views691

LocationMarokindro, Madagascar

Taxi Brousse and kite surfing Sakalava EP123Jacqueline and Gerard leave Avanti on a mooring in Crater Bay to kite surf in Sakalava, Madagascar.30 Sept 2024 · Hell-Ville, Madagascar

Published30 Sept 2024

Duration10:01

Views412

LocationHell-Ville, Madagascar

Hello Mitsio - North Western Madagascan coast EP122Avanti navigates the northwestern coast of Madagascar, managing daily wind shifts and jellyfish-heavy snorkeling conditions.20 Sept 2024 · Marimbè, Madagascar

Published20 Sept 2024

Duration14:44

Views1K

LocationMarimbè, Madagascar

Clearing into Madagascar EP121Clearing into Madagascar requires a pre-approved tourism permit and visits to six local government offices.12 Sept 2024 · Marokindro, Madagascar

Published12 Sept 2024

Duration11:47

Views2K

LocationMarokindro, Madagascar

Rounding the Cap D'Ambre EP120The crew of Avanti tensions a loose starboard lower shroud while navigating the Madagascar compression zone.5 Sept 2024 · off the northern coast of Madagascar

Published5 Sept 2024

Duration13:42

Views901

Locationoff the northern coast of Madagascar

EXCITING Indian Ocean sailing EP119Avanti navigates the Mascarene Plateau at 12 degrees south to optimize the approach to northern Madagascar.30 Aug 2024 · Indian Ocean, between Chagos and Madagascar

Published30 Aug 2024

Duration12:35

Views1K

LocationIndian Ocean, between Chagos and Madagascar

Last day in Chagos planning our crossing to Madagascar EP118Gerard installs a Dyneema jury stay on Avanti to prepare for an 11-day passage to Madagascar.22 Aug 2024 · Chagos Archipelago

Published22 Aug 2024

Duration10:26

Views1K

LocationChagos Archipelago

Untamed, Spectacular Chagos Ep117Gerard and Jacqueline explore the Solomon Atoll in Chagos while sailing their yacht Avanti across the Indian Ocean.15 Aug 2024 · Solomon Atoll, Chagos Archipelago

Published15 Aug 2024

Duration10:29

Views1K

LocationSolomon Atoll, Chagos Archipelago

One of the last remaining wild atolls EP116Gerard replaces a corroded stay on Avanti with a spare part after arriving at the Solomon Atoll.9 Aug 2024 · Solomon Atoll, Chagos Archipelago

Published9 Aug 2024

Duration13:20

Views2K

LocationSolomon Atoll, Chagos Archipelago

Where to now? EP115The crew of Avanti jury-rigs a broken lower stay with Dyneema before reaching the Solomon Atoll.2 Aug 2024 · Indian Ocean, between Cocos (Keeling) Islands and Chagos Archipelago

Published2 Aug 2024

Duration13:39

Views2K

LocationIndian Ocean, between Cocos (Keeling) Islands and Chagos Archipelago

Typical Indian Ocean Sailing EP114Gerard and Jacqueline navigate Avanti through Indian Ocean squalls and fishing net hazards toward Chagos.26 Jul 2024 · Indian Ocean

Published26 Jul 2024

Duration12:05

Views2K

LocationIndian Ocean

Continuing our Indian Ocean crossing from Coco's Keeling Ep113The crew of Avanti replaces a starter battery at Cocos Keeling before beginning a passage to Chagos.19 Jul 2024 · West Island, Australia

Published19 Jul 2024

Duration12:59

Views1K

LocationWest Island, Australia

Welcome to HOME island - Cocos Keeling EP112The crew of Avanti navigates customs, fuel logistics, and local cultural events on Home Island, Cocos Keeling.11 Jul 2024 · Home Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Published11 Jul 2024

Duration12:50

Views6K

LocationHome Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands

Come see the secrets of Direction island EP111Avanti anchors at Direction Island to explore the historic telegraph station and local snorkeling reefs.4 Jul 2024 · Bantam, Australia

Published4 Jul 2024

Duration11:32

Views971

LocationBantam, Australia

Second half of our journey to Cocos Keeling atoll EP110Avanti completes a 1,250-nautical-mile Indian Ocean crossing to anchor at Direction Island in the Cocos Keeling atoll.28 Jun 2024 · West Island, Australia

Published28 Jun 2024

Duration10:16

Views910

LocationWest Island, Australia

Starting our Indian Ocean Crossing EP109Avanti sails 1,200 nautical miles from Lombok to Cocos (Keeling) Islands, encountering 35-knot squalls and steep swells.21 Jun 2024 · Bali, Indonesia

Published21 Jun 2024

Duration13:03

Views2K

LocationBali, Indonesia

11 Things you need to cross the Indian Ocean EP108Gerard and Jacqueline prepare their Cape Vickers 41, *Avanti*, for an Indian Ocean crossing from Indonesia.14 Jun 2024 · West Sulawesi, Indonesia

Published14 Jun 2024

Duration12:24

Views6K

LocationWest Sulawesi, Indonesia

Sailing Secret Gili's EP107Gerard and Jacqueline test the steering and instruments on Avanti during a short transit to Gili Asawan.31 May 2024 · Lombok Barat, Indonesia

Published31 May 2024

Duration12:06

Views553

LocationLombok Barat, Indonesia

Finishing boat jobs and searching for parts EP106Maintenance on Avanti includes a Volvo Penta engine service, rigging inspection, and steering cable replacement in Lombok.17 May 2024 · Penebel, Indonesia

Published17 May 2024

Duration15:50

Views540

LocationPenebel, Indonesia

Finding wild ORANGUTANS in the Sumatran jungle EP105Gerard and Jacqueline of Avanti trek through the Sumatran jungle near Bukit Lawang to observe wild orangutans.3 May 2024 · Bukit Lawang, Indonesia

Published3 May 2024

Duration16:47

Views443

LocationBukit Lawang, Indonesia

Quick trip to Malaysia EP104Gerard and Jacqueline of Avanti travel through Kuala Lumpur and Penang to reset their Indonesian visas.18 Apr 2024 · Padang Tengku, Malaysia

Published18 Apr 2024

Duration10:26

Views734

LocationPadang Tengku, Malaysia

Working hard and enjoying Nusa Lembongan EP103Gerard and Jacqueline service their Yamaha outboard and replace a watermaker filter aboard Avanti in Indonesia.4 Apr 2024 · Nusa Penida, Indonesia

Published4 Apr 2024

Duration13:01

Views457

LocationNusa Penida, Indonesia

Finding Kuta of Lombok EP 102Gerard and Jacqueline ride a scooter 85 kilometers to explore the town and beaches of Kuta, Lombok.21 Mar 2024 · Kuta, Indonesia

Published21 Mar 2024

Duration13:08

Views470

LocationKuta, Indonesia

How to set Volvo Penta D2-50 Valve Clearances EP101Adjusting Volvo Penta D2-50 valve clearances requires a 0.2 mm feeler gauge and the rule of nine method.7 Mar 2024

Published7 Mar 2024

Duration20:41

Views3K

RICE WAR in Lombok - Perang Topat EP100Gerard and Jacqueline of Avanti attend the Perang Topat rice-throwing festival at Pura Lingsa Temple in Lombok.22 Feb 2024 · Mataram, Indonesia

Published22 Feb 2024

Duration11:41

Views332

LocationMataram, Indonesia

North west Monsoon season Lombok EP99Gerard and Jacqueline secure a visa extension in Mataram while anchored in Lombok during the monsoon season.8 Feb 2024 · Kopang, Indonesia

Published8 Feb 2024

Duration10:30

Views413

LocationKopang, Indonesia

Live aboard life in Gili Gede EP98The crew of Avanti manages engine maintenance, laundry, and water collection while anchored in remote Gili Gede.25 Jan 2024 · Kec. Sekarbela, Indonesia

Published25 Jan 2024

Duration14:59

Views543

LocationKec. Sekarbela, Indonesia

Getting ready for north west monsoon and exploring Bali EP97The crew of Avanti fabricates a DIY hatch cover to manage cabin ventilation during the Indonesian monsoon.11 Jan 2024 · Penebel, Indonesia

Published11 Jan 2024

Duration14:16

Views579

LocationPenebel, Indonesia

The secret Gili's of Lombok - Gili Gede EP96Avanti anchors at Marina del Rey on Gili Gede to shelter during the Indonesian monsoon season.4 Jan 2024 · East Java, Indonesia

Published4 Jan 2024

Duration12:21

Views2K

LocationEast Java, Indonesia

Beautiful Gili Air EP95Gerard and Jacqueline recover a dropped GoPro in 18 meters of water off Gili Air, Indonesia.21 Dec 2023 · Pemenang Timur, Indonesia

Published21 Dec 2023

Duration12:05

Views580

LocationPemenang Timur, Indonesia

Sailing in Indonesia Flores to Lombok EP94The yacht Avanti navigates the 250-nautical-mile passage from Labuan Bajo to Lombok, Indonesia, avoiding heavy southern swells.14 Dec 2023 · West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Published14 Dec 2023

Duration14:18

Views1K

LocationWest Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

48 hours in Labuan Bajo EP93Gerard and Jacqueline explore Labuan Bajo and Komodo National Park via a guided day trip.7 Dec 2023 · Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

Published7 Dec 2023

Duration10:27

Views416

LocationLabuan Bajo, Indonesia

Komodo to Flores motoring around EP92The crew of Avanti navigates Indonesian straits while managing fuel quality and timing tidal currents for passage.30 Nov 2023 · Manggarai Barat, Indonesia

Published30 Nov 2023

Duration12:52

Views472

LocationManggarai Barat, Indonesia

Sailing Indonesia - Its no wind or too much EP91The crew of Avanti navigated customs delays and engine repairs while transiting from Darwin to Kupang, Indonesia.23 Nov 2023 · Kupang, Indonesia

Published23 Nov 2023

Duration14:30

Views2K

LocationKupang, Indonesia

Is there wind in Indonesia? Waters to Kupang EP90The crew of Avanti motors and drifts 500 nautical miles from Darwin to Kupang, Indonesia, during light winds.16 Nov 2023 · Darwin, Australia

Published16 Nov 2023

Duration14:44

Views714

LocationDarwin, Australia

Exploring Darwin and surrounding Northern Territory EP89Avanti anchors in Darwin’s Fanny Bay, navigating a seven-meter tidal range while awaiting Indonesian transit visas.9 Nov 2023 · Darwin, Australia

Published9 Nov 2023

Duration16:23

Views504

LocationDarwin, Australia

Crazy Darwin Tidal Currents EP88Avanti completes a 100-mile transit through the Gulf of Van Diemen by timing spring tide currents.2 Nov 2023 · Dundas Strait, Australia

Published2 Nov 2023

Duration13:40

Views593

LocationDundas Strait, Australia

NEW TOP SPEED - Torres straight EP87The crew of Avanti navigated the Torres Strait by timing the flood tide to avoid steep seas.26 Oct 2023 · Queensland, Australia

Published26 Oct 2023

Duration14:42

Views1K

LocationQueensland, Australia

Sailing the Great Barrier Reef - Lizard Islands EP86The crew of Avanti navigates the Great Barrier Reef from Yorkey's Knob to Lizard Island using Navionics.19 Oct 2023 · Lizard Island, Australia

Published19 Oct 2023

Duration16:12

Views1K

LocationLizard Island, Australia

Sailing adventure Australia - family time EP85Gerard replaces a degraded diesel day tank gasket on Avanti after discovering rubber debris in the fuel.13 Oct 2023 · Cairns, Australia

Published13 Oct 2023

Duration11:51

Views564

LocationCairns, Australia

Sailing to the land DOWN UNDER EP84Avanti completes a passage from Vanuatu to Cairns, navigating light winds and coordinating Australian biosecurity and customs.4 Oct 2023 · Cairns, Australia

Published4 Oct 2023

Duration14:14

Views557

LocationCairns, Australia

Sailing the Coral Sea to Australia EP83The crew of Avanti replaces a broken windvane steering block while sailing 1,400 miles to Cairns, Australia.21 Sept 2023 · Coral Sea

Published21 Sept 2023

Duration14:02

Views614

LocationCoral Sea

EXPLODING volcano, Mount Yasur Vanuatu EP82The crew of Avanti cleans volcanic ash from their deck before departing Port Resolution for Cairns, Australia.14 Sept 2023 · Port Resolution, Vanuatu

Published14 Sept 2023

Duration12:25

Views3K

LocationPort Resolution, Vanuatu

Pacific sailing Fiji to Vanuatu EP81The yacht Avanti completes a 500-nautical-mile passage from Fiji to Tanna Island, Vanuatu, despite inaccurate electronic charts.7 Sept 2023 · Lautoka, Fiji

Published7 Sept 2023

Duration13:59

Views3K

LocationLautoka, Fiji

Up's and down's of sailing in Fiji EP80The crew of Avanti repairs a corroded headsail furler and windlass clutch while cruising in Fiji.1 Sept 2023 · Lautoka, Fiji

Published1 Sept 2023

Duration15:26

Views578

LocationLautoka, Fiji

New batteries, sunsets and beautiful beaches EP79The crew of Avanti installs new batteries and heat shielding to protect against engine compartment thermal damage.25 Aug 2023 · Savusavu, Fiji

Published25 Aug 2023

Duration17:05

Views557

LocationSavusavu, Fiji

Sailing from Tonga to Fiji - Wet passage EP78Avanti completed a 420-nautical-mile passage to Fiji while relying on a wind vane due to battery failure.17 Aug 2023 · Savusavu, Fiji

Published17 Aug 2023

Duration16:48

Views893

LocationSavusavu, Fiji

Trouble in Tonga EP77The crew of Avanti cleared a fouled propeller and managed contaminated diesel fuel before departing for Fiji.10 Aug 2023 · Neiafu, Tonga

Published10 Aug 2023

Duration13:05

Views9K

LocationNeiafu, Tonga

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