Shaima Hylas 63 · video

What this video covers

The 63-foot Hylas cutter Shaima navigates a 15-day, 500-mile route through the Smith Canal and the Canal de Magallanes in Patagonia.5:18 The crew of seven begins the expedition in Puerto Prat, near Torres del Paine National Park, before transiting through glacier-fed fjords characterized by dense, fresh water.5:07 During the passage, the vessel encounters sustained winds of 40 knots, requiring the crew to inspect the anchor and monitor conditions closely.17:38 Shore excursions include trekking in Torres del Paine and visiting historical sites in Punta Arenas, such as the Museo de Magallanes.3:42 The crew utilizes kayaks to explore remote anchorages, including a stop at Bahia Burgoyne where they anchor beneath a mountain waterfall.15:17 Navigation through these desolate, high-latitude waters involves managing significant wind shifts and cold temperatures, contrasting with the vessel's typical tropical cruising grounds.

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