Ranganui

Ranganui is a production Young 43 built by the designer in 1980. She has the shallow keel option and a shorter rig. This makes her very comfortable at sea. Her previous owners took her around the world in 2000-2004, and we and we (Janet and Spencer) took her to Tonga, Fiji and Vanuatu in 2012, and Fiji in 2015.

Posted: Mon, 17 Aug 2015 - 16:42

just arrived Bua Bay after departing from the anchorage near Savusavu this morning. Has been overcast with occasional rain which makes going through the reeefs exciting- managed to hit the bottom

Posted: Wed, 12 Aug 2015 - 11:46

Still tied up at Savusavu Marina's wharf for a few reasons. One is that both Janet and Spencer ave been sick - Janet picked up a sinus issue, and Spencer got a bad dose of the flu which he is finally

Posted: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 - 19:19

Humpbback whales swimming just past the back of the boat today. Really cool!!!!!! Off to Savusavu tomorrow morning.

Posted: Wed, 29 Jul 2015 - 17:28

At a free mooring of Paradise Taveuni resort. all we have to do in return is buy the occazional beer as we sit by the pool! amazing night sky at the moment with shooting stars, Venus and a near full

Posted: Tue, 28 Jul 2015 - 08:30

still at Viani Bay but moving on soon. Have been watching with concern the out of control bush fires that are all around the bay. some have gotten close to the water. caused by the local farmer

Posted: Mon, 27 Jul 2015 - 13:37

Still in Viani Bay. Diving almost every day using a local Jack Fisher as our guide. Going out on a long boat with yachties from 'Silver Ruffian', 'Tiger' and 'Bonaparte'. Water holding up OK, but

Posted: Tue, 21 Jul 2015 - 14:42

2 dives on Rainbow Reef this morning. Anchored Viani Bay. strange to see motor vehiles, supermarkets and cellphone coverage after so long in the Lau Group.

Posted: Sat, 18 Jul 2015 - 17:47

anchored Matei north Taveuni. Sightseeing to waterfalls tomorrow, then move to Viani Bay for more diving

Posted: Thu, 16 Jul 2015 - 11:36

anchored Matagi Bay. getting ready to do some dives in the 30m+ vis

Posted: Wed, 15 Jul 2015 - 19:11

Sad to say goodbye to the Lau Group but looking forward to some scuba diving around Taveeuni Island and then the supermarket and restaurants in Savusavu. Love Spencer and Janet

Posted: Mon, 13 Jul 2015 - 00:00

Back in cellphone range at least for a few hours as we sail past!. Heading back to Bavatu Harbour after a few island stops after we left Fulaga. Will be going to Tavanui island in a few days.

Posted: Thu, 9 Jul 2015 - 17:51

Departed Fulaga Island this morning and now anchored a Nameka. We've had an amazing time.

Posted: Tue, 23 Jun 2015 - 15:39

anchored at Fulaga Island after long sail south. Very pretty here.

Posted: Tue, 16 Jun 2015 - 08:02

Anchored in the beautiful Bay of Islands in Vanua Balavu. Spent 2 days at Daliconi Village having a feast and going to church. There have been 32 yachts here as we have combined with around the world

Posted: Fri, 12 Jun 2015 - 07:35

had to move to lomulimu harbour due to beaucracy but all cleared in now. went ashore to send postcards and SIM card. thanks to all who have been leaving comments. it was good to read then. soon

Posted: Wed, 10 Jun 2015 - 14:08

Speed 0 kn because the anchor is down! YAY! Arrived Bavatu Harbour at 1130. First boat here so waiting for customs. Swimming and eating frsh tuna.

Posted: Tue, 9 Jun 2015 - 13:33

Ranganui heading due north at 5kn with following 10-15kn winds. Just seen first land since nz. Crew very excited! 122 mils to go.

Posted: Mon, 8 Jun 2015 - 13:56

Wind is 10kn from NW. We are heading north at about 4kn. Warm and sunny. Lasanga for dinner last night and looking forward to chocolate pudding.

Posted: Sun, 7 Jun 2015 - 18:56

heading north@6 in NE wind 20kn. overcast sky but getting warm. Bypassed minerva reefs last night as wanted to check in before weekend. All ok.

Posted: Sat, 6 Jun 2015 - 14:28

Speed 6kn motoring as light winds. Blue sky. Wind expected to rise and come around to the north on Monday. We are not stopping at Minerva.

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