The Fleet are trickling into Bali after a leg dominated by light winds and diesel burning. Unfortunately the tail enders are getting even lighter winds than the rest of the fleet which means some may not be in for a day or so yet. James on Cleone described the weather forecast emailed to the fleet as horribly accurate.

Once in Bali the crew are set to enjoy this beautiful island to the full, Bali Marina are proving to be excellent hosts and with a safe place to leave the boat some are planning a few days ashore in Bali’s luxury hotels. There is lots to do here with white-water rafting, elephant rides and downhill cycling to add to the usual island tours. The interior of the island is fantastic for sight seeing with spectacular volcanoes providing a backdrop for exotic Balinese villages, every house has its own temple with daily offering of flowers and rice left in front. Most houses also have Penjor, tall decorated bamboo flag poles put up for the Hindu festival of Galungan two weeks ago.

On Friday all crews are invited to a Balinese Suckling Pig feast at the Royal Bali Yacht Club with the farewell party scheduled to take place in Bali Marina on Monday.