The WILDEST place we have EVER taken the boat! 👀 (Episode 268)
7 luglio 2024 · 22 min · 207K visualizzazioni
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The crew of the 16-ton sailboat Parlay Revival navigates the remote Fiordland region of New Zealand, transiting the Acheron Passage and Dusky Sound before reaching Doubtful Sound.0:21 Navigating these waters requires a three-day weather window to safely transit the exposed west coast, as safe havens are scarce.5:24 The crew encounters extreme depths and rocky seabeds, making traditional anchoring difficult; they rely on moorings and occasionally attempt stern ties using heavy polypropylene lines.4:10 While in Blanket Bay, they mistakenly identify a crayfish pot buoy as a mooring point.9:50 The region features a distinct layer of brackish, tannin-stained freshwater sitting atop crystal-clear seawater, which the crew explores while diving for crayfish.7:27 The crew also collects fresh spring water directly from mountain waterfalls to replenish their tanks.13:30 Sand flies are a persistent nuisance throughout the area.11:28 The passage concludes with the crew coordinating complex logistics to swap guests at Deep Cove, involving flights to Queenstown and ferry transfers.8:52
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