Very best of Vanuatu and it’s Volcano.
October 28, 2023 · 35 min · 825 views · Vanuatu
What this video covers
Viento Del Mar completed a four-day, 20-25 knot passage from Fiji to Tanna Island, Vanuatu, encountering rough, beam-reach conditions that necessitated wearing life jackets and protecting electronics with plastic wrap.0:26 Upon arrival at Port Resolution, the crew cleared customs and immigration at the Port Resolution Yacht Club, a facility currently undergoing reconstruction following cyclone damage.6:55 The crew traveled two hours by 4x4 vehicle to Lenakel to finalize customs formalities and access local banking services.8:56 Shore-based activities included hiking the active Mount Yasir volcano, visiting White Beach, and exploring local estuaries with residents.18:35 The crew also performed maintenance on a Starlink dish, adjusting its mounting to improve signal stability.21:28 After a week of local engagement and provisioning, the vessel departed Port Resolution for Bundaberg, Australia.33:57 The passage confirmed that consistent trade winds and high sea states require significant preparation for equipment protection and crew safety.
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