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A crowded anchorage… almost empty 😳 (is it paradise?). VLOG 117
27 March 2026 · 27 min · 7K views · Fidji
Sailboat glides toward Mana Island lagoon under blue sky
What this video covers
The crew of a 31-foot sailboat navigates the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji during the early cyclone season, anchoring at Muscat Cove and Mana Island.0:10 Muscat Cove offers mooring buoys for 20 Fiji dollars, providing access to shore facilities including diesel, laundry, and a swimming pool.1:56 The crew performs ongoing maintenance on the vessel, specifically replacing the foot pump and base of the marine toilet to address persistent leaks.10:06 They also manage bilge water using a combination of a manual pump located beneath the engine and a portable electric pump.3:03 While transiting to Mana Island, the crew navigates a narrow, shallow pass, timing the approach for high tide to accommodate their two-meter draft.17:40 The area features significant reef systems suitable for snorkeling, though the anchorage experiences frequent wake from ferries serving local resorts.20:44 The crew utilizes offline Google Maps for navigation during shore excursions and employs tea tree oil in storage areas to mitigate mold growth.16:49
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