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Secret Papua Paradise | Sailing KALLI
6 December 2025 · 20 min · 5K views · Pulau Simai
What this video covers
A 27-nautical-mile passage from the West Papua mainland to Pulau Simai requires navigating tight, shallow channels where standard charts prove unreliable.▶ 0:25 The crew relies on Google Earth satellite imagery to identify deep-water routes while maintaining a constant bow watch to avoid coral heads that appear abruptly.▶ 0:54 Upon reaching a protected blue hole, the vessel anchors in 27 meters of water using 60 meters of chain to ensure a secure hold in the calm, sheltered basin.▶ 3:36 The remote anchorage offers opportunities for foraging, including catching squid with jigs and observing local fish traps.▶ 12:24 During periods of heavy rain, the crew collects fresh water to clean the boat and perform maintenance.▶ 9:11 The team plans to remain at the island for five days before transiting to the major port of Fak Fak to restock fuel, food, and supplies.▶ 6:28
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