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==Christmas Island Cruising Guide==
 
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Christmas Island.
 
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Christmas Island is a quadrilateral with hollowed sides, about 19 km (12 miles) in greatest length and 14.5 km (9 miles) in extreme breadth. The total land area is 135 km² (52 square miles), with 138.9 km (86.3 miles) of coastline. The island is the flat summit of a submarine mountain more than 4,572 m (15,000 ft) high, the depth of the platform from which it rises being about 14,000 feet (4267 m) and its height above the sea being upwards of 305 m (1,000 ft). The mountain was originally a volcano, and some basalt is exposed in places such as The Dales and Dolly Beach, but most of the surface rock is limestone accumulated from the growth of coral over millions of years.
Christmas Island is a quadrilateral with hollowed sides, about 19 km (12 miles) in greatest length and 14.5 km (9 miles) in extreme breadth. The total land area is 135 km² (52 square miles), with 138.9 km (86.3 miles) of coastline. The island is the flat summit of a submarine mountain more than 4,572 m (15,000 ft) high, the depth of the platform from which it rises being about 14,000 feet (4267 m) and its height above the sea being upwards of 305 m (1,000 ft). The mountain was originally a volcano, and some basalt is exposed in places such as The Dales and Dolly Beach, but most of the surface rock is limestone accumulated from the growth of coral over millions of years.
Steep cliffs along much of the coast rise abruptly to a central plateau. Elevation ranges from sea level to 361 m (1,184 ft) at Murray Hill. The island is mainly tropical rainforest, of which 65% is National Park. The narrow fringing reef surrounding the island can be a maritime hazard.
Steep cliffs along much of the coast rise abruptly to a central plateau. Elevation ranges from sea level to 361 m (1,184 ft) at Murray Hill. The island is mainly tropical rainforest, of which 65% is National Park. The narrow fringing reef surrounding the island can be a maritime hazard.
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Christmas Island is 360 km south of Jakarta, [[Indonesia]] and about 2600 km northwest of [[Perth]].
Christmas Island is 360 km south of Jakarta, [[Indonesia]] and about 2600 km northwest of [[Perth]].
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Immigration clearance is managed through Customs.  Customs can be contacted on channel 16 (VHF) through the VMR.
Immigration clearance is managed through Customs.  Customs can be contacted on channel 16 (VHF) through the VMR.
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The island is safe all times of the day in the populated areas, locals usually leave their houses and car unlocked. There are no poisonous or dangerous animals/insects on the island.
The island is safe all times of the day in the populated areas, locals usually leave their houses and car unlocked. There are no poisonous or dangerous animals/insects on the island.
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* There is no chandlery on Christmas Island and limited yachting supplies are available.  There is, however, a fuel point (gas station) a short distance (about 200m) from Flying Fish Cove that is open 6 days a week that sells petrol and diesel.  Close to the gas station is a supermarket which is perfect for provisioning.  Fresh water, toilets and showers are all available at Flying Fish Cove.
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* Car hire is available through a number of small private operators, however be aware of the expense. Information about this and other services is available at the CI Tourism Association Tourist Centre which is located a short walk from Flying Fish Cove.
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* The main township also has a post office, internet cafe, restaurants, pubs and gift shops.  There is a small whitegoods store which sells basic computer equipment, fridges (but not marine fridges or fridge components) and DVDs/movies.
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/christmas-island.html Christmas Island Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/christmas-island.html Christmas Island Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
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* [http://www.cruisingconnections.co.za/books.htm Indian Ocean Crossing Notes] by Tony Herrick
* [http://www.cruisingconnections.co.za/books.htm Indian Ocean Crossing Notes] by Tony Herrick
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Christmas Island

Christmas Island is a quadrilateral with hollowed sides, about 19 km (12 miles) in greatest length and 14.5 km (9 miles) in extreme breadth. The total land area is 135 km² (52 square miles), with 138.9 km (86.3 miles) of coastline. The island is the flat summit of a submarine mountain more than 4,572 m (15,000 ft) high, the depth of the platform from which it rises being about 14,000 feet (4267 m) and its height above the sea being upwards of 305 m (1,000 ft). The mountain was originally a volcano, and some basalt is exposed in places such as The Dales and Dolly Beach, but most of the surface rock is limestone accumulated from the growth of coral over millions of years. Steep cliffs along much of the coast rise abruptly to a central plateau. Elevation ranges from sea level to 361 m (1,184 ft) at Murray Hill. The island is mainly tropical rainforest, of which 65% is National Park. The narrow fringing reef surrounding the island can be a maritime hazard.

A container port exists at Flying Fish Cove with an alternative container unloading point to the south of the island at Norris Point for use during the December to March 'swell season" of seasonal rough seas. There are four weekly flights into Christmas Island Airport from Perth, Western Australia operated by Virgin on Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays with an additional international flight to Kuala Lumpa on Saturday mornings (operated by Malaysia Airlines).

Christmas Island is 360 km south of Jakarta, Indonesia and about 2600 km northwest of Perth.

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Chart Number - Chart Name

Weather

Tropical with a wet and dry season; heat and humidity moderated by trade winds; wet season December to April.

Sources of weather forecasting here.

Passages

List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Communication

  • Christmas Island operates a Volunteer Marine Rescue during the hours of 8am until 5pm. CI VMR should be contacted by VHF before mooring.

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

Any navigation notes here. If this section does not apply remove it.

Entrance

Arrival

Details?

Departure

Details?

Customs and Immigration

Immigration

Immigration clearance is managed through Customs. Customs can be contacted on channel 16 (VHF) through the VMR.

Fees and Charges

Restrictions

Health and Security

Health

Christmas Island has one hospital where basic medical services are available. There are not private medical services (such as GP, dentist etc) on the island. CI Hospital does not offer an Intensive Care Unit or surgery services and most critical/emergency patients are sent to Perth via Medivac (using the Royal Flying Doctor Service). There are no midwifery services on Christmas Island.

Security

The island is safe all times of the day in the populated areas, locals usually leave their houses and car unlocked. There are no poisonous or dangerous animals/insects on the island.

Berthing

Ports

Key to symbols: |Port of entry icon – port of entry ||
  • Flying Fish Cove Flying Fish Cove /wiki/Flying_Fish_Cove Port of entry icon – port of entry |Anchorage icon – anchorage |Needs data icon – needs data |
    - has a boat ramp and jetty and, for most of the year, it is possible to land a tender on the beach

Amenities

See Flying Fish Cove.

Provisioning

See Flying Fish Cove.

Eating out

See Flying Fish Cove.

Transportation

List transportation to other countries, etc.

Tourism

History

Give a short history of the island.)

Places to Visit

List places of interest, tours, etc.

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 also Australia.

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