Discover the Archipelagos of French Polynesia with SAILING HUAHINE VOILE
Discover the islands and atolls of French Polynesia on board the sailboat "Eden Martin".
Our personalized cruises combine the pleasure of sailing with free diving.
Our navigational itineraries are planned for our guests comfort, in the direction of the prevailing winds, so that sailing is enjoyable and swift.
From Huahine to Bora Bora or through the atolls of the Tuamotu, for one or several days, with the wind, we can transport you to the most exquisite anchorages.
Aswe are passionate about nature and the sea, we will share with you superlative spots for free diving, while remaining respectful of the ecosystem in the reef and lagoon.
Because each trip is unique and deserves special attention, toghether we will help you plan your journey.
The sailboat "Eden Martin" is always rented with her skipper. For inter-island cruises, hostess services and full board are optional by arrangement.
Take advantage of our specials and do not hesitate to contact us directly for the best offers and prices.
EDEN MARTIN is a comfortable 50 feet monohull sailboat, manufactured by Jeanneau according to a design from architect Ribadeau Dumas. The sailboat is fully equipped for ocean navigation. The hull, well designed, is in polyester. EDEN MARTIN is equipped with a centreboard. When up, it allows the access to shallow anchorages. EDEN MARTIN has a Charter License and a Liability Insurance for the persons transported.
Specifications : LOA : 50 Feet Beam : 15 feet Draft Centreboard down : 10,50 feet Draft Centreboard up : 5 feet Displacement : 12 tons Mast : 18 m Sail Area : 130 M2 (Mainsail & Headsail) Asymmetric Spinnaker : 120 m2 Water Capacity : 1000 litres Diesel Capacity : 500 litres Engine : Diesel 85 HP - Nanni Diesel TDI 5250 (June 2008) Power aboard : 12 V & 220 V/110 V on inverter
Electronics : Single Side Band Icom 700 VHF Radio Garmin GPS x 2 Auto Pilot Navico 6200 connected to GPS CD Player Mobile phone (nr 689.23 23 79)
Interior Layout : The interior of EDEN MARTIN is in teak wood. The panoramic roof lets the light come in nicely in the saloon and the ventilation is good due to many hatches. Each cabin has its own fan.
1 Very large double cabin located at the bow, with bathroom and electric head, 2 Double cabins located at the rear : one has its own bathroom and electric head, 1 Large saloon with a table for 6 guests and sofas, 1 Galley on the starboard side, fully equipped for 6 guests with an electrical fridge, an oven and a fan.
Exterior Layout : The cockpit is large and very comfortable when sailing. It is protected from the wind and the sprays by a dodger. A bimini top protects the tiller from the sun. There is a folding table for eating outside and sun covers. EDEN MARTIN has a stern platform, very handy to step aboard from the dinghy or for swimming purposes. It is equipped with a cockpit shower and a swim step ladder.
EDEN MARTIN : a Sailing Vessel for Travel and Exploration
In 1994, EDEN MARTIN became part of our family and we began our life as "yachties".
After four years of sailing around the islands of the Carribean, we were ready to cross the Panama canal the gateway to the Pacific.
On april 7th 1998, we departed the island of St Martin with a fair wind and within 5 days, we reached the city of Colon. A record for this type of sailing boat : 272 miles in 24 hours with an average speed of 11.3 knots.
The Panama canal is a trip unto itself : passing through the locks, sailing through the freshwater lakes of Gatun and Miraflores in the company of crocodiles.... Jubilence and festivities reign on board with the crossing of the Bridge of Americas on May 3rd 1998.
The Pacific Ocean lays before us : Las Perlas Islands off the coast of Columbia, the Galapagos Islands where we share our anchorage in Puerto Ayora with seals and where we encounter giant tortoises and enigmatic iguanas.
On May 25th, we leave the island of Cristobal and head for the Gambier Archipelago which we reach 19 days later.
From a feeble wind at the start, the breeze gathers strenght with each passing day and ultimately, we had no calm.
Near the Elizabeth and Pitcairn islands, the sea becomes rough : it is impossible to moor, so we steer north towards the Gambier Islands in the direction of Mangareva. Through the night, we have a strong and chilly wind of 50 to 55 knots.
The next morning, we sight Akamaru, our first landfall in the Gambier Archipelago and French Polynesia.
We continue our journey through the Pacific to the Austral Archipelago, stopping at Raivavae et Tubuai.
We sail heroically against the wind to reach the Marquesas Islands at the beginning of December through the enchanting atolls of the Tuamotu Archipelago : Tahanea, Katiu, Makemo, Raroia.
We ride out the hurricane season in the Marquesas, spending Christmas and New year's eve in the company of other yachting friends.
On our way back to Tahiti, we lingered in the Tuamotu atolls of Tahanea, Fakarava, Toau for several weeks.
In July 1999, we reached Huahine, where we have begun a new adventure which we hope you will share with us.
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