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Falling in Love with Australia's WILD Untouched Island (Expedition Drenched S2 Ep6)
11 July 2021 · 16 min · 18K views · Hinchinbrook Island
What this video covers
The crew of the sailboat Sylphia sails from John Brewer Reef to Hinchinbrook Island, a national park off the coast of Northern Queensland, Australia.1:19 The passage involves a 15-to-18-knot wind, requiring the crew to jibe to maintain a beam reach and achieve an average speed of 6.5 knots.4:06 Upon arrival at Zoe Bay, the crew encounters significant swell, resulting in an extremely rolly anchorage.6:57 While anchored, the crew attempts to repair a malfunctioning outboard motor on their dinghy, which suffered throttle damage from wave action during a previous beaching.9:44 The crew hikes to Zoe Falls, noting the island's diverse micro-habitats, including bamboo, palm, and traditional forest.11:24 Due to the uncomfortable motion caused by low tide and steep waves, the crew departs the anchorage shortly after returning from the hike to seek calmer waters.12:49 The experience highlights the necessity of adjusting plans based on local sea states and the reality of managing equipment in challenging, remote anchorages.
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