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This is not how we imagined arriving in Brazil.

20. september 2026 · 18 min · 126K visninger · João Pessoa

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After completing an Atlantic crossing from West Africa, the crew of a cruising sailboat arrives in Chao Pessoa, Brazil, during the peak of the rainy season.0:15 The four-person crew, including Thilo, Leonie, Georg, and Sebastian, suffers from illness upon arrival, forcing them to spend their first days in port recovering from fever and flu.0:56 To prepare the vessel for a multi-month layover at a mooring buoy, the crew performs extensive maintenance to mitigate high humidity and moisture damage.9:59 They clear the bilge of contaminated water, organize interior storage, and cover the deck with a large tarp to prevent leaks.10:08 Despite concerns regarding high humidity and potential mold growth, the crew secures valuables and electronics before departing for a temporary break in Germany.12:14 They rely on the local harbor master’s assurance regarding the security of the mooring location.13:07 The arrival marks the end of an eight-month voyage from the Mediterranean through the Canary Islands, Cape Verde, and West Africa.13:57

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