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A sailing catamaran completes a 21-day passage from the South Pacific to Hilo, Hawaii.11:16 Upon arrival, the crew anchors in Hilo Bay because the local Radio Bay harbor remains closed to cruisers due to COVID-19 restrictions.13:25 The crew clears customs by dinghy after coordinating with local officials, noting the process is straightforward.10:25 Because the port lacks fuel infrastructure for visiting vessels, the crew must hire a harbor agent to arrange a commercial tanker delivery for approximately 800 to 1,000 liters of diesel.14:59 The vessel also requires a $40 safety inspection by a harbor agent to obtain necessary cruising and mooring permits for Hawaii.18:54 Onboard maintenance includes repairing a damaged sail bag and troubleshooting a generator and water pump issues that occurred during the crossing.3:29 The crew utilizes cruising guidebooks and online resources like "Noodles Notes" to navigate local regulations.12:45 After clearing in, the crew visits a local market in Hilo to restock fresh produce.21:02

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