Wallis Island
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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It is adviseable to approach Wallis in daylight, with extreme care, as the island is reported to lie about two miles east of its charted position. | It is adviseable to approach Wallis in daylight, with extreme care, as the island is reported to lie about two miles east of its charted position. | ||
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The skipper must go ashore and check in with the gendarmerie first (office near to the church), then proceed to the customs office nearby. These two offices must be visited again on your departure. | The skipper must go ashore and check in with the gendarmerie first (office near to the church), then proceed to the customs office nearby. These two offices must be visited again on your departure. | ||
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* Good anchorage can be found on the SW side of Faioa Island, protected in easterly winds. | * Good anchorage can be found on the SW side of Faioa Island, protected in easterly winds. | ||
* In settled weather it is possible to anchor off the islands to the east of Mata Utu but beware of coral ''bommies''. | * In settled weather it is possible to anchor off the islands to the east of Mata Utu but beware of coral ''bommies''. | ||
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Popular passages/routes, timing, etc. | Popular passages/routes, timing, etc. | ||
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Publications, Guides, etc. | Publications, Guides, etc. | ||
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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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) | ||
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Links to relevant websites. | Links to relevant websites. | ||
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Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
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Latest revision as of 08:02, 16 August 2018
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Wallis Island
Background
Historic details, etc.
Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Communication
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts:
It is adviseable to approach Wallis in daylight, with extreme care, as the island is reported to lie about two miles east of its charted position.
The lagoon is entered through the Honikulu Pass, on the south side of Wallis lagoon (best entry at slack low water). Proceed to the settlement at Mata Utu and anchor behind the small reef in front of Mata Utu.
Check-in facilities
The skipper must go ashore and check in with the gendarmerie first (office near to the church), then proceed to the customs office nearby. These two offices must be visited again on your departure.
Anchorages
- Good anchorage can be found on the SW side of Faioa Island, protected in easterly winds.
- In settled weather it is possible to anchor off the islands to the east of Mata Utu but beware of coral bommies.
- On the east side there is a popular, semi-protected anchorage in Gahi Bay (obtain permission from the local chief to anchor in the Bay).
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
References
Publications, Guides, 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
Links to relevant websites.
Comments
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