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A 50-mile coastal passage from Les Saintes to the northern coast of Guadeloupe requires navigating shallow, reef-strewn waters to reach the anchorage at Baie Mahault.▶ 3:00 The route involves sailing along the west coast of Guadeloupe, where the island's volcanic terrain creates significant wind shadows, forcing the use of an engine for short intervals.▶ 8:04 Upon reaching the northern tip of the island, the vessel must transit a narrow, unlit passage between reefs and islets where depths fluctuate between 4 and 15 meters.▶ 13:38 The crew maintains two reefs in the mainsail and uses the genoa to navigate the final approach, which is protected by a large barrier reef that creates a calm, lagoon-like environment similar to the Mar Menor.▶ 11:49 Despite reports of poor water clarity due to the muddy bottom, the anchorage offers significant protection and proximity to mangroves.▶ 25:52 The transit requires constant vigilance to avoid unmarked reefs and local fishing gear.▶ 10:27

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