Reports of vessels visiting Tristan da Cunha, and voyages to and from the island.

MFV Edinburgh's February-March 2024 Voyage

Reports from Cynthia Green

Departure from Tristan

The following passengers boarded the MFV Edinburgh at about 4:00pm on Friday 15th March 2024, and she sailed for Cape Town later that evening:

Islanders: Allan & Marlene Swain, Linda Green, Graham Rogers, and Leon Bredell. Non-islanders: Peter Ryan & Coleen Maloney (Scientists)

Arrival at Tristan

The MFV Edinburgh arrived from Cape Town about 6.30pm on Tuesday 13th February 2024 and passengers came ashore shortly afterwards. They were:

Islanders: Pamela Swain, Roger & Rosemary Glass, Terence & Maureen Green.

MFV Edinburgh off Tristan in January 2024
Above: Philip Kendall's photo shows the MFV Edinburgh off Tristan in January 2024

Non-Islanders: Jacoba-Kumi Joubert (Nurse), Andy Schofield (RSPB), Robert Urquhart (Policeman), Paul Ferreira (Harbour Contractor), Tinashe Muvezwa (Locum Doctor), and Erik Mackenzie & Dinand Joubert (Ovenstone Representatives).

Departure from Cape Town

The MFV Edinburgh departed Cape Town at 3.15pm on Tuesday 6th February 2024.

Tragic Sequel to the Visit by Yacht Nina Pope

Yacht Nina Pope off Tristan

We are very sad to report that on the 14th March 2024, two days after leaving Tristan, the yacht Nina Pope was damaged during a storm and sank.

The oil tanker Front Pollux responded to a call for assistance, and two of the crew were safely rescued. They are on their way to Cape Town. Sadly however, the yacht's captain perished

This information was received from one of the survivors. We will post a further report if and when more details become available.

We are thankful that two crew members were rescued, and our thoughts and prayers are with the captain's wife and family.

The Nina Pope off Tristan on the 12th March 2024

Return Visit of Yacht Nina Pope, March 2024

When Kelly Green opened her curtains on the morning of Tuesday 12th March 2024, it was a beautiful day, and she could see the top of a yacht Nina Pope offshore.

The yacht Nina Pope at anchor off the settlement

The yacht Nina Pope at anchor off the settlement

Luckily all three crew onboard were able to come ashore. They had a freshly brewed cup of coffee and used the WiFi at Café da Cunha before heading over to stock up on a few essentials from the island store.

The crew eat alfresco outside Café da Cunha Lunch - Lobster Tails with Garlic and Parsley Potatoes
The crew enjoy an alfresco lunch of Lobster Tails with Garlic and Parsley Potatoes outside Café da Cunha

They had a walk around the village, and afterwards enjoyed a lovely lunch of Tristan Rock Lobster with garlic and parsley Tristan potatoes.

Picking up fuel at the harbour Casting off from the quay
Picking up fuel and water at the harbour Casting off from the quay

They were able to get some fresh water and fuel. They left the harbour at 16.00hr and are heading onwards to Cape Town.

Departing the Harbour

The Nina Pope has visited Tristan before - in 2018. One of the guys then was also on board during this visit.

If you were on the Nina Pope, we'd appreciate receiving your feedback using our Visitors' Feedback Form.

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