Raiatea in French Polynesia to Australia
Leopard 40 Yacht Delivery | Raiatea to Australia
We provide professional Leopard delivery services from the South Pacific to Australia, as well as between New Zealand, Fiji, French Polynesia and other Pacific cruising destinations. This Leopard 40 was delivered from Raiatea in French Polynesia to Australia as part of a long-distance offshore relocation.
The passage involved a substantial ocean crossing with long periods away from land and limited opportunities to divert or obtain assistance. Weather routing and departure timing were important, with the passage planned around the systems developing across the South Pacific and the conditions expected along the route.
On a Leopard the delivery also involves managing the rig, sails, steering, autopilot and electrical systems over an extended period offshore. Fuel and water reserves, battery charging and engine operation need to be monitored throughout, while sail selection and boat speed are adjusted to suit the conditions rather than simply pushing for maximum performance.
For owners moving a Leopard from French Polynesia towards Australia, or repositioning a catamaran elsewhere in the Pacific, using a professional delivery skipper removes the need to organise and undertake the offshore passage themselves. We take responsibility for the yacht from preparation through to arrival and keep the owner informed throughout the delivery.
Our New Zealand-based delivery operation regularly handles offshore passages throughout the South Pacific and Australia. If your Leopard needs to be moved between cruising regions, we can discuss the route, timing and practical requirements of the delivery.
