CAPTAIN ZIANE

After a few weeks of sailing, I decided to take the plunge for real: I bought my own boat in Greece. With very little experience, I began a voyage toward Algeria, passing through Italy and Tunisia. Needless to say, there’s no shortage of mistakes... but every mishap is a lesson. Through this adventure, I’m sharing everything with you: the moments of doubt, the discoveries, the people I meet, and…

Taher, Algeria· oct 2026

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Sailing in Algeria. Fighting the wind and current! Unexpected stop at a commercial portAdverse currents and headwinds force a diversion to the commercial port of Djenjen during an Algerian passage.9 oct 2026 · Taher, Algeria

Publicado9 oct 2026

Duración10:26

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UbicaciónTaher, Algeria

Leaving Béjaïa, heading to El Aouana! Before I leave Béjaïa... the paradise of Cap Carbon.A 21-meter vessel diverts to El Aouana, Algeria, after struggling against head currents near Cap Carbon.1 oct 2026 · Kaous, Algeria

Publicado1 oct 2026

Duración11:00

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UbicaciónKaous, Algeria

Extraordinary place! My village and its mountains. Memories of my childhood.The national navy denies port access at Talaïlef, forcing the cancellation of family visits to the boat.26 sep 2026

Publicado26 sep 2026

Duración15:13

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Customs seized my boat in Béjaïa. A moment I'll never forget! I wasn't expecting that.A sailor in Béjaïa recovers two seized spearguns after appealing an unauthorized customs confiscation to the chief.18 sep 2026 · Bejaia, Algeria

Publicado18 sep 2026

Duración13:36

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UbicaciónBejaia, Algeria

An incredible encounter in Collo, Algeria | Then departing for Béjaïa ⛵ I will be back!The port of Collo, Algeria, provides clean haul-out infrastructure but lacks mooring pendilles for visiting sailboats.10 sep 2026 · Collo, Algeria

Publicado10 sep 2026

Duración10:11

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UbicaciónCollo, Algeria

Storm and fog at Cape Bougaroun: I can no longer see the waves coming!A solo sailor diverts to the port of Collo, Algeria, after encountering heavy weather and dense fog.4 sep 2026 · Kanoua, Algeria

Publicado4 sep 2026

Duración17:31

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UbicaciónKanoua, Algeria

I'M ARRIVING IN ALGERIA BY SAILBOAT! My arrival in Algeria: a dream come true.A solo sailor completes a passage from Bizerte to Annaba, navigating strict Algerian maritime customs and regulations.27 ago 2026 · Jaballah, Tunisia

Publicado27 ago 2026

Duración13:00

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UbicaciónJaballah, Tunisia

Visiting Bizerte, I have 48 hours before the next weather window to head back out to sea.Captain Ziane uses a 48-hour Bizerte layover to explore the medina before an overnight passage to Annaba.21 ago 2026 · Bizerte, Tunisia

Publicado21 ago 2026

Duración13:15

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UbicaciónBizerte, Tunisia

Finally setting sail after a month and a half at the shipyard. Bound for Algeria.A refitted vessel diverts to Bizerte after encountering 35-knot gusts during a passage from Monastir, Tunisia.16 ago 2026 · off Cape Bon, Tunisia

Publicado16 ago 2026

Duración12:29

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Ubicaciónoff Cape Bon, Tunisia

The shipyard nightmare has completely worn me out.A maritime expert and local authorities intervened to force a shipyard to properly align the engine.12 ago 2026

Publicado12 ago 2026

Duración10:53

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Repair Shop Disaster! My sailboat damaged at the shipyard | The nightmare beginsStern tube misalignment at Marina Monastir destroys engine mounts and bends the propeller shaft alignment.27 jul 2026 · Monastir, Tunisia

Publicado27 jul 2026

Duración11:36

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UbicaciónMonastir, Tunisia

ARRIVAL IN MONASTIR: THE NIGHTMARE BEGINS AT THE SHIPYARD. Broken stern tube and incompetence all...A fractured stern tube discovered during a haul-out in Monastir reveals a previous, improper repair attempt.19 jul 2026 · Monastir, Tunisia

Publicado19 jul 2026

Duración10:49

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UbicaciónMonastir, Tunisia

Day 2 of my crossing: I cross paths with a migrant boat.A solo sailor manages electrical repairs and encounters an abandoned migrant boat while crossing from Sicily to Tunisia.12 jul 2026 · Strait of Sicily

Publicado12 jul 2026

Duración12:00

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Autopilot failure leaving Ragusa, heading to Monastir! (stressful)A blown non-standard autopilot fuse nearly ended a Ragusa-to-Monastir passage before a fuse-holder rewire saved it.22 jun 2026 · Scicli, Italy

Publicado22 jun 2026

Duración13:23

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UbicaciónScicli, Italy

The first bonito of the trip and a stormy night at anchor.Rounding Capo Passero in 12 knots after a stormy night at Marianelli anchorage, Sicily.13 abr 2026 · Noto, Italy

Publicado13 abr 2026

Duración14:12

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UbicaciónNoto, Italy

Arrived in Syracuse, Sicily after 3 days of sailing.Leaking freshwater accumulator replaced in Syracuse after a three-day solo passage from France.6 abr 2026 · Syracuse, Italy

Publicado6 abr 2026

Duración17:20

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UbicaciónSyracuse, Italy

Third day of solo sailing, I'm starting to get tired.Headwinds and a short fuel load force constant motoring and course detours on a solo Sicily passage.21 mar 2026 · Mediterranean Sea, en route to Sicily

Publicado21 mar 2026

Duración20:13

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UbicaciónMediterranean Sea, en route to Sicily

Second day alone at sea, it's pure bliss... this trip is transforming me.Solo 298-nautical-mile passage: 132 miles covered in 24 hours, close-hauled in 10–12 knots.26 feb 2026 · Mediterranean Sea, between Sicily and Tunisia

Publicado26 feb 2026

Duración15:49

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UbicaciónMediterranean Sea, between Sicily and Tunisia

First solo night sail — 3-day crossing between Greece and Sicily (top)A self-taught skipper makes his first solo overnight Mediterranean crossing, 260 nm from Kefalonia to Sicily.9 feb 2026 · Ionian Sea

Publicado9 feb 2026

Duración42:29

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UbicaciónIonian Sea

Kefalonia Island, a magnificent place!A solo sailor plans a two-day passage from Kefalonia to Sicily, prioritizing favorable wind angles over distance.19 ene 2026 · Kourouklata, Greece

Publicado19 ene 2026

Duración12:16

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UbicaciónKourouklata, Greece

Arriving in Zakynthos 🇬🇷 by sailboat — Surprise stopover and bike ride in a beautiful town.A fast ferry cuts across the bow on approach to Zakynthos, forcing an emergency course change.26 dic 2025 · Zakynthos Municipal Unit, Greece

Publicado26 dic 2025

Duración8:50

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UbicaciónZakynthos Municipal Unit, Greece

Departure from the port of Pylos for the anchorage of Marathopoli and yet another extraordinary...Windy forecast near-calm but delivered 20–25 knots, forcing a solo sailor to shorten his Greece-to-Italy crossing plan.13 dic 2025 · Gargalianoi Municipal Unit, Greece

Publicado13 dic 2025

Duración10:37

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UbicaciónGargalianoi Municipal Unit, Greece

Sailing to the port of PylosPylos's abandoned marina is free but its entrance carries strong converging currents and rough seas.2 dic 2025 · Palaionero, Greece

Publicado2 dic 2025

Duración14:21

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UbicaciónPalaionero, Greece

I swam with a turtle 🐢💦A solo sailor navigates the Greek coast, anchoring in Gerolimenas and planning a 24-hour crossing to Italy.2 nov 2025 · East Mani Municipal Unit, Greece

Publicado2 nov 2025

Duración19:21

Vistas532

UbicaciónEast Mani Municipal Unit, Greece

I found the water leak in the boat and I was very lucky!A sailor investigates a recurring freshwater leak in the bilge while navigating the coast of the Peloponnese.29 ago 2025 · Municipality of Kalamata, Greece

Publicado29 ago 2025

Duración15:01

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UbicaciónMunicipality of Kalamata, Greece

I have water in the boat!A solo sailor maintains 5 to 6 knots of boat speed using a reefed mainsail and full genoa.20 jun 2025

Publicado20 jun 2025

Duración23:08

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11/TO THE ISLANDS OF SANTORINI AND IOS, Sailing from Santorini to IosA solo sailor navigates from Santorini to Nisos, Greece, while monitoring weather via the Navily app.20 may 2025 · Chora, Greece

Publicado20 may 2025

Duración18:03

Vistas941

UbicaciónChora, Greece

10/I ALMOST SANK MY BOAT - A rookie mistake I'll never forgetA solo sailor nearly strikes a rock at night after failing to zoom in on Navionics charts.12 may 2025 · Paros Regional Unit, Greece

Publicado12 may 2025

Duración14:45

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UbicaciónParos Regional Unit, Greece

9/Super sailing FROM THE ISLAND OF KOS TO THE ISLAND OF ASTYPALEAA solo sailor navigates 37 nautical miles from Kos to Astipalea in 20-knot winds and heavy seas.8 may 2025 · Astypalea, Greece

Publicado8 may 2025

Duración17:50

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UbicaciónAstypalea, Greece

Sailing from Greece to Algeria by sailboat.A solo sailor waits out high winds at anchor in Kalymnos while preparing for a passage to Algeria.4 may 2025 · Vothyni, Greece

Publicado4 may 2025

Duración18:55

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UbicaciónVothyni, Greece

I am given a dinghy to restore and I install new equipment.Restoring a 2.6-meter inflatable dinghy requires removing old neoprene adhesive and applying specialized PVC glue for durability.19 mar 2025

Publicado19 mar 2025

Duración16:35

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6/CATASTROPHE I LOST MY DINGHY like a rookie...!A solo sailor lost his dinghy and outboard motor after engine failure in strong Greek coastal currents.9 mar 2025 · Vathys, Greece

Publicado9 mar 2025

Duración14:05

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UbicaciónVathys, Greece

5/FIRST SOLO ISLAND HOPA solo sailor navigates a 25-nautical-mile passage from Samos to Agathonisi, Greece, during his first solo voyage.2 mar 2025 · Arki, Greece

Publicado2 mar 2025

Duración17:57

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4/SECOND TRIAL AFTER REPAIRSA solo sailor tests his boat's engine and anchoring technique during a 16-nautical-mile transit to Kervili.23 feb 2025 · Municipal Unit of Marathokabos, Greece

Publicado23 feb 2025

Duración12:55

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Marathokabos, Greece

3/PRE-TEST WORKA hull restoration project includes treating osmosis blisters, replacing four through-hull fittings, and applying anti-fouling paint.16 feb 2025

Publicado16 feb 2025

Duración13:05

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2/FIRST TEST OF MY SAILBOAT IN 2022A first-time owner in Samos, Greece, grounds his boat after engine injector failure ruins a maiden voyage.13 feb 2025 · Municipal Unit of Pythagoreio, Greece

Publicado13 feb 2025

Duración7:40

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UbicaciónMunicipal Unit of Pythagoreio, Greece

1/ GREECE - ALGERIA SAILING TRIPThe video contains only song lyrics and lacks any information regarding a sailing passage.10 ene 2025

Publicado10 ene 2025

Duración2:30

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Bejaia, Algeria Ziane diving.21 may 2018

Publicado21 may 2018

Duración6:14

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Arki, Greece1Astypalea, Greece1Bejaia, Algeria1Bizerte, Tunisia1Chora, Greece1Collo, Algeria1East Mani Municipal Unit, Greece1Gargalianoi Municipal Unit, Greece1Ionian Sea1Jaballah, Tunisia1Kanoua, Algeria1Kaous, Algeria1Kourouklata, Greece1Mediterranean Sea, between Sicily and Tunisia1Mediterranean Sea, en route to Sicily1Monastir, Tunisia2Municipal Unit of Marathokabos, Greece1Municipal Unit of Pythagoreio, Greece1Municipality of Kalamata, Greece1Noto, Italy1off Cape Bon, Tunisia1Palaionero, Greece1Paros Regional Unit, Greece1Scicli, Italy1Strait of Sicily1Syracuse, Italy1Taher, Algeria1Vathys, Greece1Vothyni, Greece1Zakynthos Municipal Unit, Greece1