The crew is healthy and happy. We had no system failures, and overall it was a great passage. We really appreciate everyone’s support. Seeing land after 21 days at sea is as wonderful as you would expect. Nuka Hiva is beautiful sight. We have lots to do, so look for more of a recap later. Land ho!
The numbers: We traveled 2835 miles on about 1000 gallons in 500 hours. That means 5.67 knots, 2.83 miles per gallon, and 2.00 gallons per hour.
Congratulations!!! It’s an amazing accomplishment. Now go get some island food!
p.s. Starcraft II was just announced! No date yet but we’ll send you a copy when it comes out.
Way to go Kosmos! The Nordhavn crew sends a big hug and a high five on a job well done. What time did you arrive? I know a lot of us will be sleeping better tonight. Cheers, Jeff
You are the people!!!
Just like a stroll to Catalina and back huh?
Many congratulations, didnt think i could be anymore envious but i am now!!
Have fun in the Pacific
Jaime
Congratulations! Glad you guys had a safe trip and have arrived.
Congratulations for the fist big trip, and now have fun in Nuka Hiva.
Cheers Peter
Congradulations on a well done dream come true!! We have enjoyed every bit of your blog. What an adventure. Your house is fine. We LOVE
Brandon, he and your sister will be great neighbors. Of course you know he got the job here. We are so happy for him and Jennifer. We miss you and think of you many times per day!! So happy to hear you landed safely. Ron’s car was stolen from the front of our house on Wed. morning early. Thank goodness your Honda was safe with your Dad. Again, we will be looking forward to your latest update while in Nuka Hiva. Love Ron and Lin
Hi Eric and Christy,
Congratulations!! Excellent!! We are so proud of you (and envious). Really really great job! Your arrival brings back memories of when Marcia and I visited the Marquesses in 2001. We didn’t have the glory of arriving by Nordhavn, but we joined Marge and Marty Wilson on N6215 (KARMA). Below is a posting that I dug out of our web site from 2001. This describes our too short stay. Be sure to look up Pepe Rue- you can reach him on VHF channel 16. He is a bit of a trickster, but very very charming and will give you a great tour of the island. If you see him talking on a ratty yellow hand held VHF, it is probably the one that I gave him…
Take care! Dan
POSTED IN APRIL 2001
My wife Marcia and I flew to Hiva Oa as guests of Marge and Marty Wilson for two weeks of cruising among the gorgeous Marquesses Islands. Upon our arrival in Atuona, we were amazed to see that the little bay was full of boats but they were all sailboats except for the 3 Nordhavns. During our two weeks of cruising, we only saw one other powerboat (under 150′) that had traveled to the islands on its own bottom.
Our favorite island was Fatu Hiva. We had heard about this picturesque and nearly perfect little slice of paradise from Marge and Marty as we were getting to know them during their purchase of KARMA. They had visited this island several years earlier during their previous circumnavigation. Marty described it as the most beautiful place on earth, and I can tell you that he might be right.
The Marquesses are geologically “young” volcanic Islands and therefore don’t have many good protected anchorages. Most anchorages are open roadstead or at best have a swell or surge rolling thru them. We used the flopper stoppers in most anchorages, which made life aboard quite pleasant. The islands have a cornucopia of fruit, which we picked and brought aboard the boat. Of course, there were bananas and coconuts everywhere for the taking, but we also found limes, mangos, pamplemousse (like grapefruit), breadfruit and avocados.
The Marquesean history is fascinating. While in Hiva Oa, we spent the day with Pepe Rue a local Marquesean who speaks good English. We drove around the Island in his 4-wheel drive Toyota truck and listened spellbound to his wonderful stories of the local culture. The ancient Marqueseans were an intelligent but warring and cannibalistic society and it is generally agreed that the Hawaiian Islands were populated by exploring Marqueseans. We learned so many things about the local politics, French rule and evolution of the Marquesses Islands from the stone age into the age of the internet.
At the end of our two wonderful weeks in paradise, we had to return home. Several urgent e-mails had brought our dream vacation to an end. As the great General said; “We shall return.”
Dan Streech
Oh, one more thing… The “no-see-ums†are treacherous. Be sure to slather your self with DEET- especially your legs.
Congrats to the crew! Can not wait to see pics and hear of your travels. Jen an her hubbie are in our house now???
Hey Guys;
Welcome to the island!!
We just got back from Maui.
Now that you should have access to an Internet Cafe, be sure to send some digital pictures and we will get them posted.
Mike
Such wonderful news! Lisa and Joella send there love! Joji still isn’t walking yet – everything is going great for us! Take care!
Hi Eric & Christi & Richard,
Congratulations on your record breaking journey! So glad you arrived safely! It must have felt strange standing on solid land when you first got off the boat. Looking forward to seeing some pictures!
Take care!
Congrants on a safe and well done passage. We on MedBound are envious as we are likely delayed a few days due to wx.
Please keep those update posts coming and enjoy yourself with a well deserved rest.
Gary and Sue
Eric & Christi,
Congratulations on the first leg of your great journey!! We are in awe of you and very envious as our boat remains tied to the dock all too often. Have a great time in the Marquesas and beyond. Keep an eye out for Bill and Jean on Pelican Express and say hi for us if you happen to run into them.
Stan & Diane Heirshberg
Just to say hi & congragulations on reaching Nuku hiva & hope all youre passages go as well as this and that you get calm seas for future passages.
Jason Holt
United kingdom
Congratulations on your successful journey! What an inspiration you are to others with similar dreams. Thanks for your advice. Patrick and Monica Sao Paulo
Congratulations are definately in order. I know how much ya’ll were looking forward to this trip, and after having spent some time aboard KOSMOS, I had no doubt the trip would be a success. I’m looking forward to seeing some pictures! Hope you have a great time.
Hey amigos!!!
It was a pleasure to voyage alongside (me..in my imagination). Felicidades for gettimg to land…post pics…share more…you are making many of us travell.
Gracais!
Congrats!!! on a safe and well done passage.
Congratulations! It’s great to hear that everything has gone well so far. Enjoy your stay in the Marquesas. I’m sure you’re having a great time, but admit it – you already miss helping us certify DRM implementations 😉
We are pleased and impressed, but expected no less! Enjoy the Marquesas. You are in our thoughts daily!
congrats to all three of you– I hope you enjoy the island explorations!