WEsail · video

What this video covers

Erica and Warren sail their boat from a remote anchorage to the main island of Viti Levu, Fiji, navigating gusty 20-knot winds and following seas.12:55 The crew maintains a downwind course to minimize the impact of the wind and swell, reaching speeds of up to 13 knots while surfing waves.14:09 They encounter significant navigation hazards, including breaking reefs and shallow bommies, while approaching their destination at sunset.16:49 The autopilot previously failed during a prior leg, prompting the crew to maintain manual vigilance during the high-speed transit.8:26 Upon arrival at a bay near the Intercontinental Fiji, they anchor in a swell that conflicts with the wind direction but find the position comfortable.19:10 The crew manages limited food supplies, relying on a previously caught tuna, and secures dinghy fuel through the assistance of local resort staff.24:06 The passage highlights the challenges of high-speed downwind sailing and the necessity of constant watch-keeping in reef-strewn coastal waters.

More from WEsail

We Don't Know Where We're Going Next | Leaving Fulaga, Fiji & Sailing SomewhereAug 2026We Ran Out of Gas Saying Goodbye | Our Last Days in Fulaga, FijiJul 2026Nobody Mentioned the Cave of Bones | Three Weeks in Fulaga, FijiJul 2026This is Why We Sail | Two Weeks in Fulaga, FijiJul 2026

From WEsail — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.

The Sailing Directory Newsletter

One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.