Alinginae is a relatively small, uninhabited atoll. There are only 25 islands that total 2.8 square kilometers (1.1 sq. mile) that enclose a lagoon of about 105 square kilometers (40.91 sq. miles). Its location has the atoll positioned east to west making it hard for cruisers to go there as there is not much protection from the tradewinds. We were the 4th boat to visit the atoll in 6 years. A true pleasure and adventure for us.
Only yachties get to visit this pristine atoll as there is no other way to get here.
Ailinginae supports habitats and species that are otherwise vanishing from earth. At present Ailinginae’s continued protection is essential for the survival of many species and habitats and related natural and cultural values in the Marshall Islands.
In Route to Alinginae
Our sail from Rongelap to Alinginae was gorgeous! During the passage, we had 1-1.5-meter seas coming from aft of the boat. The winds were a modest 15-17kts making this a downwind sail. We put our large parasail (170 sq meters). She is such a pretty sail!
A strange thing happened about half way through our passage. A number of birds circled the boat looking for lunch. But one strange bird got tired and landed on the boat. In the past, several birds have landed on the boat and rested. But they usually land on the life lines or the bow peaks. Today’s silly bird landed on the mouth of our spinnaker. He only stayed for 10-minutes.
We arrived Alinginae after a 6-hour sail, dropped the hook and enjoyed a stunning sunset.
Sugar Shack anchored at Bokoryuren Island. We take the dinghy 3 miles in each direction to explore more islands.
We were the 4th boat to visit Alinginae over the past 6 years. Can you believe that? This atoll is difficult to get to. But it is really pretty!
Beautiful Blue Hues
The color of Alinginae’s lagoon are a variety of blue hues. Simply breathtaking!
The islands are lush and teaming with wildlife.
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We stayed in Alinginae during the last part of January 2025.
Don’t miss out on the beautiful sunsets and sunrises of Rongelap – read our last blog post.