Navigate with Confidence: Sharing Your South Pacific Sailing Adventure with Loved Ones

Embark on an unforgettable journey across the South Pacific, delivering a yacht to Fiji or Tonga while keeping your loved ones connected! Whether you’re a seasoned delivery skipper or a crew member on your first adventure, staying in touch is essential. Thankfully, technology offers a multitude of options to share your experience and provide peace of mind.

Affordable Tracking and Communication:

For reliable and budget-friendly tracking, consider the Garmin InReach. With monthly plans starting under US$40, you can:

• Send and receive text messages
• Trigger SOS alerts
• Share your location with friends and family

This not only keeps them informed but also provides a crucial safety element during your voyage.

Enrich Your Journey with Iridium Go and PredictWind:

Seeking a more comprehensive solution? The Iridium Go! allows you to connect your smartphone and utilise PredictWind’s advanced features:

• Download grib files for weather forecasting
• Access weather routing for optimal navigation
• Share your journey with satellite tracking
• Blog directly from your boat through PredictWind’s platform

Additional Communication Options:

While satellite technology is a powerful tool, other options exist:

• High Frequency (HF) Radio: Offers long-distance communication and access to weather reports, requiring a license and specialized equipment.
• Amateur Radio (HAM): Requires a license but provides global communication and a supportive community.
• Cellular Coverage: Limited to coastal areas, but offers internet access and phone service when in range.
• Social Media and Blogging: Share updates and photos with a time delay, using platforms like Instagram or dedicated blogs.

Crew-Friendly Solutions:

Remember, Starlink, while offering high-speed internet, may not be the most practical choice for crew members. Its higher cost and potential data usage limitations can be a concern. InReach devices, however, provide an affordable and crew-friendly solution for basic tracking and communication, ensuring everyone onboard stays connected.

Prioritise Safety and Enjoy the Journey:

While technology keeps you connected, safety remains paramount. Always have redundant communication and navigation systems in place, and never rely solely on technology when sailing the vast ocean.

By choosing the right communication methods, you can navigate the South Pacific with confidence, keeping everyone informed and sharing your incredible journey.

At Yacht Delivery Solutions, we routinely travel with a Starlink kit and set it up on the yacht before departure if there isn’t one on board. We also use the InReach Explorer. We are available for all yacht deliveries and happy to help with advice on any South Pacific or even Asian yacht delivery.