Tragic Sequel to the Visit by Yacht Nina Pope
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. |
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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.
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 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 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.
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.
Maiden visit of the Seabourn Venture
Report and photos from Kelly Green
At around 8:30am on Wednesday 6th March 2024, we caught sight of the Seabourn Venture coming towards Calshot Harbour. With 170 passengers and over 200 crew, we were really hoping it would be a successful day. At 9:00am the scout boat came in to pick up the immigration team. The Administrator was away at Gough Island, so Bob Urquhart the police advisor had the honour doing the plaque exchange with the captain, as it was her maiden voyage to Tristan da Cunha.
In no time the passengers started to be ferried to ashore. When the first people landed there were cheers of Joy and clapping as this was one couples fifth attempt to land on Tristan!
Police Adviser Bob Urquhart awaits the arrival of the ship's scout boat | Visitors gather with Tristan guides at the foot of the harbour road |
The guides were all waiting and ready to go at the harbour! We had three Volcano and Thatched House Museum tours with a total of 40 guest and four settlement walking tours with a total of 91 visitors.
Unfortunately the heavens decided to open up and the rain came down, but this didn't dampen the mood and there were still loads of smiles all around.
The weather cleared up later, and the Post Office and Tourism Centre was packed. The famous Tristan Rock Lobster Sandwiches were very much in demand in the café.
Tristan's famous lobster sandwiches were especially popular at Café da Cunha |
The day seemed to go super-fast, and its wasn't long before everyone had to head back to the ship. It was a good thing too, as the sea was getting more choppy. Just after 3:00pm the Seabourn Venture sounded her horn three times and headed over to Nightingale where she was to spend Thursday.
We were just so pleased that the Seabourn Venture was able to land her passengers and crew, and that everyone had a wonderful day.
Passengers' Blog
The following illustrated blog posts about this visit have been posted online by passengers:
- "Far from the madding crowd. Very far. Tristan Da Cunha", 17th March 2024 - Volcano hike and Thatched House Museum
- "Tristan Da Cunha – a day in the life of", 18th March 2024 - Settlement, Potato Patches and Tristan Lobster
If you were on the Seabourn Venture, we'd appreciate your feedback using our Visitors' Feedback Form.
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