boat hire in French Polynesia · Laivateollisuus — Maxi Ior (1988)

CROSSING THE PACIFIC *Beginning of June until beginning of August* French Polynesia • Cook Islands • Tonga • Fiji • New Caledonia • Sydney - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Looking for an adventure? Join the unique experience of crossing the Panama Canal and the Pacific with our racing sailboat „Zafiro“! You will have the chance to go to the most remote islands on the world since we will stop by on several islands on the way like Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia, Cook Islands, Tonga, Fiji and New Caledonia. STAGE 1 - 4 WEEKS The first stage will be crossing the Panama Canal on the 3rd of May starting in Colón and the Pacific towards Marquesas Islands (Hiva-oa). This will be around 3800 nm, taking around 3 weeks. Further we will go to French Polynesia (Tahiti) - islands with a unique charm where the feeling of freedom still reigns. This will be another 800nm, about 5 days. STAGE 2 - 8 WEEKS In French Polynesia, we will take some time to explore the islands in June. Further, we will sail to the Cook Islands (555nm), Fiji (900nm), Tonga (400nm) and New Caledonia (700nm). Finally, we will sail to Sydney, Australia (1000nm) by the beginning of August. Feel free to decide which stage(s) you would like to join and the price will be adapted accordingly. ABOUT THE SAILBOAT Aluminium Sailboat made to compete in the Whitbread round the world regatta (current Volvo ocean Race) which ran 2 times under the name of UBF (Union Bank Finland). With this Sailboat, you will have an unforgettable experience on a thoroughbred racing boat on the outside with cruising comfort on the inside, a perfect mix of speed and comfort! * Model: Bénéteau - Super Maxi IOR 82.5 * Capacity: 20 spots * Length: 25.50 m * Cabins: 6 * Year: 1988 * Bathrooms: 3 ABOUT THE CAPTAIN Hi! I'm Ariel, a naval mechanic and I've been sailing for 15 years. My passion is sailing and organizing trips around the world! Also, I like cooking and enjoying the time together with everyone on the trips. I have sailed already in Argentina, Spain, Italy, Brazil and the Caribbeans. In the last 6 years I have made 8 transatlantic crossings. MORE INFORMATION Food, fuel and harbour expenses are not included in the price, they will be divided among the crew on board. The dates are approximate, they may undergo some modification due to weather conditions. ____________________________ The plan looks like the following: - we will start in Panama (Colón) on the 3rd of May - we will go to Panama City and spend a few days there - we will sail to Marquesas islands, 3800nm, 3 weeks - we will sail to French Polynesia, 800nm, 5 days - we will sail to the Cook islands, 555nm, 3 days - we will sail to Tonga, 900nm, 6 days - we will sail to Fiji, 400nm, 3 days - we will sail New Caledonia, 700nm, 5 days - we will sail to Sydney, Australia, 1000nm, 1 week