Sailing Nandji - Frothlyfe · video

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The crew of Nandji - Frothlyfe navigates the Raja Ampat region of Indonesia while preparing to collect a new crew member in Waisai.2:16 After misinterpreting GPS coordinates provided by a marina, the crew spends two days sailing upwind against strong currents to reach the correct destination.3:58 Upon arrival at the Waisai marina, the full-keeled vessel faces challenging docking conditions due to a southern exposure that creates a bouncy, rolly berth and requires assistance from marina staff to secure lines.12:25 The crew utilizes the marina stay to charge batteries and access fresh water for showers, their first in seven months.12:54 During the stop, they reorganize the interior to accommodate a new guest and test a new 4K underwater drone.13:42 The transit involves navigating through the Dampier Strait and utilizing local anchorages for rest.5:29 The experience highlights the difficulty of maneuvering a full-keeled boat in tight, current-swept marina berths and the necessity of verifying coordinates independently of navigation software.

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