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The Austral Islands (French: Îles Australes) are the southernmost group of islands in [[French Polynesia]] in the [[South Pacific]]. Geographically, they consist of two separate archipelagos, namely in the northwest the Tupua'i islands (French: Îles Tubuaï) consisting of the Îles Maria, Rimatara, [[Moerai_Rurutu|Moerai, Rurutu]], [[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]] Island proper and [[Raivavae|Raivavae]], and in the southeast the Bass Islands (French: Îles Basses) composed of the main island of [[Rapa|Rapa Iti]] and the small Marotiri.
The Austral Islands (French: Îles Australes) are the southernmost group of islands in [[French Polynesia]] in the [[South Pacific]]. Geographically, they consist of two separate archipelagos, namely in the northwest the Tupua'i islands (French: Îles Tubuaï) consisting of the Îles Maria, Rimatara, [[Moerai_Rurutu|Moerai, Rurutu]], [[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]] Island proper and [[Raivavae|Raivavae]], and in the southeast the Bass Islands (French: Îles Basses) composed of the main island of [[Rapa|Rapa Iti]] and the small Marotiri.
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The two islands in the group most visited by cruising sailors are [[Raivavae|Raivavae]] and [[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]].  Visits to [[Rapa]] are uncommon but do occur and are quite worthwhile.
The two islands in the group most visited by cruising sailors are [[Raivavae|Raivavae]] and [[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]].  Visits to [[Rapa]] are uncommon but do occur and are quite worthwhile.
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==Charts==
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===Islands in the Group===
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''See each island for charts relating to the island''.
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*[[Raivavae|Raivavae]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Moerai_Rurutu|Moerai, Rurutu]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Rapa|Rapa]] (note that Rapa is in fact part of the '''Bass Islands''' but they are often included with the Austral Islands as a single group).
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==Climate & Weather==
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==Weather==
The Australs have a cooler and milder climate than most of the rest of [[French Polynesia]].  Especially in [[Raivavae]] and more so in [[Rapa]], winter night-time temperatures can be quite cold.
The Australs have a cooler and milder climate than most of the rest of [[French Polynesia]].  Especially in [[Raivavae]] and more so in [[Rapa]], winter night-time temperatures can be quite cold.
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''Also see [[French_Polynesia#Weather|French Polynesia Climate & Weather]]''.
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==Charts==
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====Currents & Tides====
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==Special Navigation Notes==
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==Passages==
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The prevailing winds through the group tend to more south-easterly than easterly, and so a route through the group might proceed as follows:
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==Local Radio Nets==
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* [[Rapa]]
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* [[Raivavae]]
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* [[Mataura_Tubuai|Tubuai]]
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Depending on the amount of southerly component in the wind, a reach from Tubuai to [[Papeete]] in [[Tahiti]] to complete entry formalities may not be comfortable, and so a direct route from Raivavae may be chosen instead.
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Stopping at Rapa will depend on the weather conditions -- strong or even moderately strong easterly winds can make the harbour and anchorage at Rapa untenable.
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==Islands==
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*[[Raivavae|Raivavae]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Moerai_Rurutu|Moerai, Rurutu]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Mataura_Tubuai|Mataurai, Tubuai]] (Port of entry)
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*[[Rapa|Rapa]] (note that Rapa is in fact part of the '''Bass Islands''' but they are often included with the Austral Islands as a single group).
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==Communication==
There are no nets specific to the Austral Islands.
There are no nets specific to the Austral Islands.
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==Arrival/Departure procedures==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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See [[French_Polynesia#Arrival.2FDeparture_Procedures|French Polynesia Arrival & Departure Procedures]].
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==Navigation==
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''See each island for notes relating to the island''.
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==Entrance==
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''See [[French_Polynesia#Entrance|French Polynesia Entrance Procedures]]''.
==Health & Security==
==Health & Security==
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
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==Ports & Popular Stops==
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==Berthing==
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''See each island''.
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==Suggested Circuit Through the Group==
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==Things to do Ashore==
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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==Friends==
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==References & Publications==
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==Links==
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austral_Islands Austral Islands] on wikipedia.
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austral_Islands Austral Islands] on wikipedia.
* [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Austral_Islands Austral Islands] on wikivoyage.
* [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Austral_Islands Austral Islands] on wikivoyage.
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Latest revision as of 14:48, 21 August 2018

World ▶ South Pacific ▶ French Polynesia ▶ Australs

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The Austral Islands (French: Îles Australes) are the southernmost group of islands in French Polynesia in the South Pacific. Geographically, they consist of two separate archipelagos, namely in the northwest the Tupua'i islands (French: Îles Tubuaï) consisting of the Îles Maria, Rimatara, Moerai, Rurutu, Mataurai, Tubuai Island proper and Raivavae, and in the southeast the Bass Islands (French: Îles Basses) composed of the main island of Rapa Iti and the small Marotiri.

Inhabitants of the islands are known for their pandanus fibre weaving skills.

The two islands in the group most visited by cruising sailors are Raivavae and Mataurai, Tubuai. Visits to Rapa are uncommon but do occur and are quite worthwhile.

Charts

See each island for charts relating to the island.

Weather

The Australs have a cooler and milder climate than most of the rest of French Polynesia. Especially in Raivavae and more so in Rapa, winter night-time temperatures can be quite cold.

Sources for weather information: Also see French Polynesia Climate & Weather.

Currents & Tides

Passages

The prevailing winds through the group tend to more south-easterly than easterly, and so a route through the group might proceed as follows:

Depending on the amount of southerly component in the wind, a reach from Tubuai to Papeete in Tahiti to complete entry formalities may not be comfortable, and so a direct route from Raivavae may be chosen instead.

Stopping at Rapa will depend on the weather conditions -- strong or even moderately strong easterly winds can make the harbour and anchorage at Rapa untenable.

Islands

  • Raivavae (Port of entry)
  • Moerai, Rurutu (Port of entry)
  • Mataurai, Tubuai (Port of entry)
  • Rapa (note that Rapa is in fact part of the Bass Islands but they are often included with the Austral Islands as a single group).

Communication

There are no nets specific to the Austral Islands.

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

See each island for notes relating to the island.

Entrance

See French Polynesia Entrance Procedures.

Health & Security

Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.

Berthing

See each island.

Things to do Ashore

See individual islands.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See French Polynesia References & Publications.


Comments

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