Ambrym
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paama Paama Island] is about 4 miles to the south of the southern tip of Epi Island. It has a small population mostly living in villages on its coast. There is an anchorage on the western side of the island. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paama Paama Island] is about 4 miles to the south of the southern tip of Epi Island. It has a small population mostly living in villages on its coast. There is an anchorage on the western side of the island. | ||
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Revision as of 15:20, 27 April 2016
Ambrym Island Cruising Guide
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Ambrym Island, Vanuatu.
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 Map of Ambrym Island showing neighbouring islands to the south
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Cruising the region
Ambrym is a popular stop on the way north from Port Vila to Luganville and the northern islands of Vanuatu. It contains an active volcano which is a popular tourist stop, although not as accessible as the volcano on Tanna.
Charts
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Radio Nets
See Vanuatu Radio Nets.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Vanuatu Weather.
Islands
Paama Island
Paama Island is about 4 miles to the south of the southern tip of Epi Island. It has a small population mostly living in villages on its coast. There is an anchorage on the western side of the island.
Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.
Berthing Options
Ports
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Note: Please indicate which ports are a port of entry.
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Port1
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Marinas & Yacht Clubs
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Anchorages
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Anchorage1
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Lopevi Island
Lopevi Island is uninhabited and contains an active volcano. It may be possible to anchor off the western shores of the island but the volcano erupts regularly and this may not be a particularly good idea. The population was evacuated in 1960 and has not since returned.
Yacht Services and Repairs
List services. If no services are available on the island write "None" and remove all the subsections (Marine Stores, & Repairs/Yards, & Fuel, Water, & Electricity.
If services are included in specific port pages, the following line is appropriate, otherwise remove it.
Also see each Port.
Marine Stores
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Repairs/Yards
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
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- Water
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- Electricity
- Give details on electricity
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
See Vanuatu Internet.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Routes/Passages To/From
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Ambrym Island on wikipedia.
References & Publications
See Vanuatu References & Publications.
Comments
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