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Sailing to Venezuela - you better respect the law [Ep. 70]
29 November 2024 · 48 min · 24K views · Los Roques
What this video covers
The crew of the 40-ft catamaran Supernova sailed from the ABC islands to the Los Roques archipelago in Venezuela, navigating a 1.5-day passage during a period of unseasonably calm weather.0:34 They checked into the country at El Gran Roque, where they obtained a 14-day cruising permit and a required national park flag.10:43 The crew reports that the area is sparsely populated by cruisers, though they encountered Venezuelan Coast Guard officials who boarded their vessel at night to search for an illegally anchored catamaran.19:02 Navigation in the archipelago requires caution, as many sections remain poorly charted or unsurveyed.3:29 The crew explored several islands, including Cayo de Agua, noting the presence of ancient archaeological sites and turtle conservation efforts.29:07 They emphasize that while the region is safe and welcoming, cruisers should maintain a vigilant watch for unlit vessels and be prepared for sudden, unannounced boardings by local authorities.18:53
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