NOT ANOTHER BOAT in SIGHT!! The BEST type of Cruising | Sailing Remote MADAGASCAR!! Ep 386
14 January 2025 · 16 min · 47K views · Nosy Lava, Mitsio Islands
What this video covers
Cruising the Mitziyo archipelago in northwest Madagascar, the crew of the 40-ft catamaran Nandji - Frothlyfe explores remote, uninhabited islands and trades with local fishermen.7:04 Essential trade goods in this region include snorkels, fins, rope, fishing hooks, and spear guns.1:25 The crew anchors in Ankerina Bay, which provides protection from daily east and west winds that frequently reach 20 to 30 knots.5:32 After a week in the archipelago, they sail 60 miles to Nosy Be to restock supplies, noting that prevailing winds in Madagascar consistently blow from the direction of travel.7:14 In Nosy Be, they utilize Crater Bay Anchorage, which features a yacht club and a secure dinghy dock.8:07 During a shore excursion on Nosy Komba, the crew encounters wild lemurs and snakes while hiking steep trails to local villages.13:33 The crew relies on a two-stroke engine for trade and a four-stroke motor for primary propulsion.4:49
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