Garmin BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD - VPC018R - New Caledonia - Fiji - microSD™/SD™
Garmin BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD - VPC018R - New Caledonia - Fiji - microSD™/SD™ — Product description
Explore the Pacific Islands with Precision: Coverage from New Caledonia to Fiji
Navigating the stunning yet challenging waters of the South Pacific demands charts that deliver unmatched detail and reliability. This Garmin BlueChart g2 Vision HD edition covers a vast expanse from New Caledonia's intricate bays and ports to the vibrant archipelagos of Fiji, Vanuatu, Tonga, Samoa, and beyond. Whether you're anchoring in Noumea's bustling harbor, threading through Ouvéa's coral-fringed lagoons, or plotting a course to Suva's busy docks, these charts pull from official hydrographic data and private surveys for spot-on accuracy.
Key highlights include high-detail insets for critical spots like Port-Vila in Vanuatu, Nuku'alofa in Tonga, Apia in Samoa, and Pago Pago in American Samoa. Extend your adventures to the southeastern Solomon Islands—Guadalcanal and San Cristobal—or the remote Santa Cruz group. Mariners praise this region's coverage for its balance of coastal zoom-ins and offshore overviews, perfect for cruisers hopping islands or fishing charters targeting deep-drop spots.
Advanced Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience
Go beyond basic plotting with tools designed for real-world Pacific navigation. Shaded depth contours reveal subtle underwater topography, helping you avoid reefs around Fiji's Yasawa chain or spot prime fishing grounds off New Caledonia's Loyalty Isles. Up to 10 customizable depth ranges let you tailor views to your vessel's draft or angling style—say, highlighting shallows under 10 feet for kiteboarders or deep contours for big-game pursuits.
- Garmin Auto Guidance: Input your boat specs, pick a waypoint, and get a suggested path that respects no-go zones like shoals near Maré Island. Ideal for multi-leg journeys from Port de Moueo to Fiji's outer reefs—always cross-check with visual cues.
- 1-Foot Contours & Shallow Water Shading: Crystal-clear bottom profiles shine in swampy estuaries or narrow channels, like those approaching Baie de Yaté. Define your safe-depth threshold to paint risky zones in cautionary hues.
- Immersive 3D Views: MarinerEye offers a photorealistic slice from just below the surface, mimicking your hull's perspective through Vanuatu passages. FishEye blends above- and below-water panoramas, unbeatable for scoping marina approaches in unfamiliar Apia.
- Satellite Imagery & Aerial Photos: Overlay crisp satellite layers on charts for bridges, buoys, and breakwaters in Noumea or Suva. High-res aerial shots make first-time entries to ports like Pouebo feel like home waters.
These aren't just pretty visuals—they're lifesavers in variable tides and currents sweeping the Coral Sea to the Tasman Strait, empowering confident decisions from day sails to overnight passages.
Why Pacific Mariners Choose These Charts for Island-Hopping Adventures
In the diverse seascape from New Caledonia's volcanic coasts to Fiji's fringing reefs, precision charting transforms potential headaches into seamless voyages. Fishermen leverage detailed soundings for targeting snapper off Malaita or marlin near Tonga. Yachties rely on port plans for secure moorings amid trade winds. Even delivery skippers navigating the Solomon-Vanuatu gap appreciate the integrated tides and currents data.
Compatible with leading Garmin chartplotters via microSD/SD, integration is plug-and-play. Pair with sonar for live overlays, turning your helm into a command center. Pro tip: Layer FishEye views with radar during dusk approaches to Tonga's Ha'apai group—visibility boosts safety exponentially.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does the VPC018R BlueChart g2 Vision HD cover?
It spans New Caledonia (including Noumea, Port de Pouebo, Baie de Yaté, Ouvéa, Lifou, Maré), southeastern Solomon Islands (Guadalcanal, San Cristobal, southern Malaita), Santa Cruz Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, and American Samoa with detailed port plans.
How does Auto Guidance work on these Pacific charts?
Enter your vessel's dimensions and destination; it generates a suggested route avoiding hazards like reefs and shallows, tailored for routes from New Caledonia to Fiji. Use for planning, not as a sole navigation tool.
What makes the 3D views useful for South Pacific navigation?
MarinerEye simulates sub-surface views for bottom structure, while FishEye combines above- and below-water 3D for marina entries or reef scouting in places like Port-Vila or Suva.
Can I customize depth shading for my boat's needs?
Yes, select up to 10 depth ranges or set shallow water shading at your preferred level, ideal for avoiding coral heads around Fiji or fishing contours off Vanuatu.
Does it include satellite imagery for ports in this region?
Absolutely—high-resolution satellite overlays and aerial photography detail ports, marinas, and landmarks in Noumea, Nuku'alofa, Apia, and more for superior situational awareness.
Is this chart compatible with older Garmin plotters?
It works with most Garmin chartplotters supporting BlueChart g2 Vision HD via microSD/SD card. Check your model's specs for seamless integration.
How accurate are the contours for fishing in these waters?
1-foot contours provide precise bottom structure depiction, enhancing fishing charts for species hotspots around the Loyalty Islands or drop-offs near Samoa.
Pro Tips for Maximizing These Charts on Your Next Voyage
Sync with Garmin's ecosystem for live weather overlays during cyclone season. Practice Auto Guidance in simulator mode before committing to a Tonga-Fiji leg. Regularly update for the latest notices to mariners—these waters evolve with shifting sands and new aids.
Note: For any technical support, reach out directly to Garmin, as this item follows their specialized handling guidelines.
BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD - VPC018R - New Caledonia - Fiji - microSD™/SD™
Coverage:
New Caledonia including Port de Muéo, Noumea, Port de Pouebo, and Baie de Yaté, as well as the isles of Ouvéa, Lifo, and Maré. General coverage of the southeastern Solomon Islands including Guadalcanal, San Cristobal, and the southern portion of Malaita. General coverage continues among the Santa Cruz Island, Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, and American Samoa, including numerous detailed plans such as Port-Vila, Van., Suva, Fij., Nuku'alofa, Ton., Apia, Sam., and Pago Pago, Am. Sam.
Our Premium Chart Offering
- Derived from official charts and private sources to provide navigational aids, spot soundings, depth contours, tides and currents, and detailed harbors and marinas
- Garmin Auto Guidance technology shows a suggested route to a destination¹
- Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges enables you to view your target depth at a glance
- Up to 1-foot contours provide a more accurate depiction of the bottom structure for improved fishing charts and navigation
- Shallow Water Shading feature allows for depth shading at a user-defined level to aid in navigation
- Unique 3D views like MarinerEye and FishEye provide additional perspective both above and below the water line
- High-resolution satellite imagery of ports, marinas, bridges and navigational landmarks for superior situational awareness
Auto Guidance¹
Auto Guidance technology quickly calculates a suggested route using your boat's dimensions and a suggested path to follow.
Depth Range Shading
Displays high-resolution Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges so you can view your designated target depth.
Detailed Contours
BlueChart g2 Vision HD features 1-foot contours that provide a more accurate depiction of bottom structure for improved fishing charts and enhanced detail in swamps, canals and port plans.
MarinerEye View
Provides a 3-D representation of the ocean floor as seen from below the waterline.
FishEye View
Provides a 3-D representation of the surrounding area both above and below the waterline.
High-resolution Satellite Imagery
High-resolution satellite imagery with navigational charts overlaid gives you a realistic view of your surroundings so you can navigate with a clear moving-chart representation of your boat’s position. It’s our most realistic charting display in a chartplotter.
Aerial Photography
Crystal clear aerial photography shows exceptional detail of many ports, harbors and marinas and is ideal when entering unfamiliar ports.
¹Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation practices
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns."GarminSee your vessel's precise, on-chart position in relation to navaids, coastal features, anchorages, obstructions, waterways, restricted areas and more with this detailed marine mapping data. Shaded depth contours, coastlines, spot soundings, navaids, port plans, wrecks, obstructions, intertidal zones, restricted areas and IALA symbols."
SKU: NVN-31035
MPN: 010-C0865-00
UPC: 753759070458
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD - VPC018R - New Caledonia - Fiji - microSD™/SD™ |
| SKU / MFR# | 31035 |
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