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Two Dangerous Brazilian River Bars in the Same Day | #SAL #404

15 de febrero de 2026 · 32 min · 35K vistas · Mangue Seco

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Adriano Plotzky navigates the shifting sandbars of the Rio Real and Rio Vasa Barris in Sergipe, Brazil, emphasizing the necessity of local knowledge and precise tidal planning for safe passage. These river bars are dynamic, with channels that change frequently due to strong currents and wave action, rendering outdated nautical charts unreliable.1:42 Plotzky stresses that entering these bars requires timing the arrival for high tide to ensure sufficient depth, as low tide can leave a vessel with inadequate clearance.7:47 He recommends consulting local sailors, such as those in the Barlavento group in Aracaju, to obtain current channel information before attempting entry.3:02 During his transit, he intentionally maintains a slow speed of approximately 2.5 knots to avoid arriving at the Rio Vasa Barris during low tide.7:26 The passage also includes navigating under a bridge with specific clearance markers, which requires careful verification against the vessel's mast height.15:39 The local sailing community in Sergipe provides essential support and guidance for visiting cruisers navigating these challenging, river-based coastal entries.8:33

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