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Sailing into the JURASSIC - Komodo unleashed! | S2 Ep 26
12 de octubre de 2024 · 23 min · 3K visitas · Labuan Bajo
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The crew of the 66-foot vessel NV navigates the Komodo National Park in Indonesia, managing deep-water anchoring in volcanic terrain and provisioning in Labuan Bajo. Anchoring in depths of 20 meters requires precise maneuvering to avoid snagging the chain on coral heads, a task resolved by the captain free-diving to guide the boat’s position.7:58 In Labuan Bajo, the crew replenishes fuel and supplies at a local chandlery, purchasing spare pumps, fuses, and filters before modifying the starboard aft quarters with new plywood to accommodate additional crew members.14:52 Upon entering Komodo Island, the crew hires local guides to locate Komodo dragons, observing both juvenile and adult specimens in their natural habitat.17:21 The visit highlights the necessity of local guides for safety, as the dragons are apex predators.20:00 Proper anchoring technique in deep, rocky, or coral-rich anchorages requires visual confirmation or diver assistance to prevent chain entanglement.
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