Dates: June 4 – June 21 2026, 18 days
Price: EUR 2 720 Euro
Nautical Miles: 2350 NM
Skipper: Thomas Darholm, mobile +46 70 216 35 02
First mate: Johan Axelsson, mobile +46 70 958 35 84
Start: Vava’u, Tonga
End: Musket Cove, Fiji
This sailing adventure is not just about the destinations, but the incredible experiences you’ll have along the way. The route is divided in one short rally leg from Tonga to Lau, Fiji and then cruising among the islands of Fiji.
We gather aboard S/Y Celeste on June 5th, get to know each other and familiarize ourselves with the boat. We are anchored at the northernmost island of Vava’u in Tonga, just outside the charming town of Neiafu.
The sail towards Fiji begins on June 8th.
The days leading up to departure will be spent on preparations and exploring this beautiful South Pacific island with its sheltered bays, limestone cliffs, and underwater caves.
The island is rich in Polynesian culture and traditions, and the friendly locals are deeply rooted in Polynesian heritage. The waters around Vava’u are teeming with wildlife, and humpback whales usually arrive in the area in June for their mating season.
There will also be social activities with the crews of other boats participating in the World ARC. Before we depart we will have a thorough safety briefing.We will start together with the other boats heading towards Fiji, a leg of approximately 500 NM, ending in Lau. We will divide into three watch teams with 3-hour shifts. That means you will be on watch for three hours and off watch for six hours. The responsible watch team handles steering, trimming, and navigation.
As a crew member on board Celeste of Solent, you become part of the team and are involved in everything from steering and navigating to cooking and taking care of the boat. It will be about 2 days of ocean sailing before we dock in Fiji.
Fiji, known for its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush tropical landscapes, consists of over 330 islands, of which about 110 are inhabited. The two largest islands are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, where most of the population lives. The capital, Suva, is located on Viti Levu.
We will cruise and explore the islands of Fiji for . It will mainly be daytime cruising among the islands with their sandy beaches, stunning nature, and rich wildlife, finishing at Musket Cove. In total around 300 NM of cruising. In these waters there is the chance to encounter humpback whales, known for their breaching and song.
The country has a rich and diverse culture, a blend of native Fijian, Indian, and European influences. Traditional dances, songs, and ceremonies, such as the “meke” (dance) and “kava” ceremonies, are important parts of Fijian society.
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