Jeanne sails around to Hakatea Bay on Nuku Hiva , Marquesas
23. juni 2023 · 11 min · 261 visninger · Nuku Hiva
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Jeanne Socrates sails from Taiohae Bay to Haka'ui Bay on Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas, a short coastal transit of approximately one hour.Watch During the passage, the autopilot fails to maintain a set course, showing a potential communication error between the GPS and the steering system.2:33 Socrates plans to troubleshoot the unit before departing for a longer four-to-five-day passage to the Tuamotu Archipelago.3:05 The transit involves towing a dinghy and sailing downwind under a genoa in light winds of 5 to 10 knots.3:39 Upon arrival at Haka'ui Bay, she notes the entrance is steep-to with deep water, requiring careful navigation to avoid shallow areas near the eastern anchorage.5:05 The bay features rugged, mountainous terrain and is famous for a nearby waterfall.10:00 After anchoring in sand, she observes local conditions including coral patches, wild goats, and shifting weather that brings intermittent drizzle.8:25 Maintenance tasks include cleaning marine growth from the swim ladder and addressing the autopilot malfunction.1:07
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