 Palmerston : Profile
This remote atoll is one of the friendliest place cruising sailors will encounter
during their voyage. The descendants of William Marsters, who settled this
atoll in 1860 with his 3 wives, then 17 kids and 54 grand-kids, have
traditionally welcomed seafearers.
Locals monitor VHF 16 24h/day so they can assist you for your landing. The
first family answering your call is going to host you during your stay. You can
call AlphaSierra (Simon, Ed & Paul) or the Palmerston Yacht Club (Bill) for
efficient assistance. This is not an official port of entry. Check with local police officer if not cleared in the Cook islands yet.
Crews must remain onboard until check in is complete. Note that Customs do not work on Sundays in which case you will have to wait until Monday to clear in.
The anchorage is on the lee (W) side of the atoll, has a depth of 30-50ft,
coral bottom extending away from the fringing reef so by choosing well your
spot, you could swing 360 degrees without problems. Some families have
installed moorings but check with them first before using.
Palmerston Island Yacht Club
c/o Bill Tuakana Marsters, Palmerston
Tel:Public phone: (682) 37 684, Fax:(682) 37 683
Many services offered to cruisers like laundry, hot showers, pot-luck area, book exchange, anything - just ask!
Do not forget to fill our gold logbook. Please, come and enjoy our hospitality!
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