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Address: Sydney, NSW, 2000, AU
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Join us on an extraordinary circumnavigation across the seven seas, taking in pristine harbours, hidden coves, and legendary places, from Samoa to Maldives, rounding both capes, Patagonia, Galapagos & beyond.

20/08/2026

VANUATU to SYDNEY Passage

Nature's moods during our voyage...

19/08/2026

PASSAGE FROM VANUATU TO AUSTRALIA

We departed Port Vila with our passage plan taking us over the top of New Caledonia and home toward Australia (well, home for Jason, Kel, Dave, and Claude - not Hannah, tho').

The overnight sail started out sedate, but our sail choice; a Yankee and one reef in the main—proved spot-on by early morning. Before long, we were slicing through a flat sea at a cruisy 8 knots.

At the change of the light, about 100 NM out from Port Vila, Hannah mentioned "Maybe fish on... ummm, yeah, fish on yeah... FISH ON! FISH ON! FISH ON!"

Cue a bit of a scramble on deck. Crew grabbed for gloves, each hoping to pull the fish in; Dave won that battle and hauled up an absolute beaut mahi-mahi. Meanwhile, Hannah continued to file her nails...

Adventure the best way.

17/08/2026

ADVENTURE ON AMBRYM ISLAND

Our volcano adventure kicked off at 4:30 AM and saw me, Kel and Rick bouncing around in the back of a 4WD truck, navigating deeply rutted jungle terrain. With bruised bottoms, we set off on foot for the 30 km round-trip hike. Benbow crater was a total elevation of 1,160m, with the final climb being a 750m ascent up a 45-degree scramble of loose black ash. Francis, our guide, made liberal use of his machete to cut footholds into the soft volcanic ash as we climbed.

At the summit, cloud cover teased us before revealing a breathtaking view of the Benbow cone; an immense crater stretching 1.5 km across. Glowing lava peeked through crusty fissures, surrounded by plumes of sulfur smoke rising up.

A moment for quiet awe and reflection.

With tired legs and reluctant hearts, we began our descent; bum-sliding, jumping, and the occasional tumble until the flatter ash riverbeds below.

Near the end of the trek - with only a couple of km to go, we lost Rick. Thinking our guide had pushed ahead, Rick charged off into the bush on his own, leaving Kel, Francis, and me scratching our heads in the dense jungle. No, Rick doesn't drink, although he did enjoy some Kava the night before...

After waiting several hours and many WhatsApp messages attempting to guide him back, we had to leave Rick to brave an outdoor experience.

Unfortunately, our wait meant we missed our 12 km ride back to Wind Shift. As we continued on, Francis started gathering bush tucker along the trail; he was preparing a traditional gift for the chief of the nearest village so we could seek shelter for the night.

The extra 6 km hobble to the village, away from the boat :(, added some new blisters. However, it led to the best part of the journey. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the village of Meltugon, Chief Philip, and our generous hosts, Graham, Winnie, and their lovely children.

The next morning, Francis set out with a tracker and located Rick; safe, sound, and full of tales of the bush. Meanwhile, I was fortunate enough to spend hours chatting with Chief Philip, for an unforgettable glimpse into the rich traditions of his village.

An unforgettable adventure.

15/08/2026

AMBRYM ISLAND
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After a fabulous morning snorkeling among pristine soft and hard corals; complete with territorial clownfish fiercely guarding their anemone turf - we weighed anchor, leaving the Maskelyne Islands behind for a 15-nautical-mile hop to Ambrym Island.

We had barely set the anchor at our new location when a quiet voice drifted up through the darkness; "Hello, I'm sinking."

Looking over the stern of Wind Shift, a local villager was perched on the edge of his mostly submerged dugout canoe. We quickly tossed him a bucket so he could start bailing the waterlogged canoe. As he scooped out seawater, he introduced himself.

What are the chances - this was Francis; the guide we needed to contact to arrange our planned hike up one of Ambrym's two active volcano calderas! On top of guiding the trek, Francis also teed up a traditional ROM dance for us: a unique, sacred, and ancient ritual performed exclusively by the island's senior men and chiefs.

To finish our first day we enjoy a traditional shared meal over a cup of Kava (and for some this may have been several cups of Kava!)

12/08/2026

MASKELYN ISLANDS

From Port Vila, we sailed a leisurely 75 nautical miles overnight to the Maskelyne Islands. We arrived just after first light; just enough sun to illuminate the shallow reefs guiding us to our destination - a perfect little cove nestled between Wei Island and the mainland of Malekula.

Shortly after setting anchor, a village rep paddled out to greet us and invite us ashore to meet Chief Sofren. What we found was a village in the making. The Chief explained that they were locked in a land dispute with the government, which had sold the island to an overseas commercial entity. In the meantime, the entire community had been forced to relocate their homes and belongings from Wei Island to the mainland.

The move required clearing dense forest and palm trees, followed by the painstaking process of rebuilding using repurposed materials salvaged from their old homes. We offered what little assistance we could: rope, screws, school stationery, and children’s clothing; though the absolute highlight was Stella’s old 7-year-old dress, which found a very happy new owner.

With the Chief’s blessing, we enjoyed superb snorkeling among the very reefs we’d navigated so carefully on the way in.

It was another great stop where we truly lived the philosophy to "travel slowly, experience deeply."

02/08/2026

FIJI to VANUATU

There is nothing quite like being out on the open ocean—travelling slowly, absorbing nature, and letting the adventure unfold.

We cast off from Fiji under the warm voices of the Vuda Marina crew singing the Isa Lei departure song—a special farewell to wish us fair winds.

Out on the water, everyday distractions melt away fast as the routine of our rolling watch system takes over. We’ve got a fantastic crew on board; Jason (Skipper), Hannah (Mate), Kel, Rick, and Howie. Sailing together builds a tight bond quickly, and this team gelled right from day one.

It’s been blue-water sailing at its finest: fast trade winds, shifting seascapes, great company, and incredible food.

How do you top a crew where everyone is a great cook? You turn out to have an award-winning chef on board! The meal prep, presentation, and flavour profiles have been next level—especially after fresh 10kg tuna fish-on after sunrise! (And yes, landing that tuna at dawn took a lost lure, a broken hook, and all hands on deck - ummm not really, Jason slept through all the excitement).

Living the slow, adventurous life and loving every mile.

18/07/2026

An Invitation to Sail with Wind Shift

After four unforgettable years exploring Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, Wind Shift is making her way home to Australia.

Rather than making the passage alone, we’re inviting a small crew of like-minded sailors to join us for what we hope will be a memorable adventure.

🇫🇯 Fiji → Vanuatu

29 July – 9 August

A mix of offshore sailing and cruising through one of the South Pacific’s most beautiful island nations. The itinerary is deliberately flexible, allowing us to explore Vanuatu’s anchorages, villages and reefs as weather and conditions permit.

🇻🇺 Vanuatu → Australia

11 – 22 August

A classic Coral Sea passage to either Brisbane or Sydney, depending on the weather. An opportunity to experience genuine offshore sailing aboard a proven expedition yacht.

These aren’t cruises or sailing school courses.

Everyone onboard becomes part of the crew—sharing watches, sail handling, navigation, cooking and the everyday life that makes offshore sailing so rewarding.

We’re keeping the crew deliberately small (just five or six people) and are looking for people who enjoy teamwork, adventure and authentic sailing experiences.

If you’ve been thinking about getting some offshore miles under your belt—or simply want to experience life aboard an expedition yacht—we’d love to hear from you.

Fair winds,

Matt & Jason

24/06/2026

Between Tonga and Samoa lies several hundred miles of open ocean.

For many people, that might sound daunting. For sailors, it’s where the magic happens.

Days settle into a simple rhythm: trimming sails, standing watch, sharing meals, spotting wildlife, and watching spectacular sunrises and sunsets unfold across an endless horizon.

Out here, life slows down. The distractions of everyday life are replaced by the sound of the wind, the movement of the boat and the steady progress towards a distant landfall.

This passage from Tonga to Samoa reminded us why offshore sailing remains one of the most rewarding forms of travel. The destination is important, but so is the journey.

Next stop was Samoa. Tomorrow, Wind Shift prepares to head west once again.

23/06/2026

Some places make you want to stay a little longer.

Port Maurelle, tucked away amongst Tonga’s Vava’u Islands, was one of those places.

Sheltered waters, towering limestone cliffs, crystal-clear anchorages and the kind of sunsets that make it difficult to leave.

For a few days, Wind Shift became our home in one of the South Pacific’s most beautiful cruising grounds. Mornings started with a swim, afternoons were spent exploring, and evenings ended watching the light fade across the anchorage.

It’s easy to understand why sailors from around the world speak so highly of Vava’u.

These are the moments that remind us that the journey isn’t just about the miles sailed—it’s about the places and people we discover along the way.

22/06/2026

From the sheltered anchorages of Vava’u to the mountains of Samoa, the last week has reminded us why we love sailing.

We explored the crystal-clear waters of Port Maurelle, enjoyed a few final days in Tonga, then pointed Wind Shift west and set sail across the South Pacific.

Offshore we were treated to spectacular night skies, dolphins at the bow and the simple rhythm of life at sea.

A few days later, Samoa appeared on the horizon and we arrived safely in Apia.

For our crew, it wasn’t just a holiday. It was an international ocean passage under sail, connecting two Pacific nations the way mariners have done for centuries.

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