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Unexpectedly landed in Senegal (Dakar) | Are we the only sailors here?
22 de marzo de 2026 · 22 min · 152K visitas · Dakar, Senegal
Sailor at bow of yacht in Dakar harbor at golden hour
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After a four-day passage, the crew of the sailing vessel Blue Horizon arrives in Dakar, Senegal, and anchors in a bay near the Yakare Yacht Village.0:02 The area is characterized by significant pollution and Saharan dust, which coats the boat's interior and exterior.2:11 Upon arrival, the crew navigates local customs and immigration procedures to officially clear into the country.12:28 They visit a local doctor to obtain yellow fever vaccinations and malaria medication, noting the accessibility and low cost of medical services compared to Europe.14:04 While exploring the city by taxi, the crew inquires at a local shop about purchasing a firearm for security during future legs of their journey, but learns they cannot legally transport a locally purchased weapon out of the country.12:24 The crew purchases a handmade Senegalese flag to display on their boat and spends time interacting with locals, including participating in a beach soccer match.16:49 Despite the initial challenges of navigating a new environment and managing heavy dust, the crew successfully integrates into the local community.
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