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A funny visitor in our dinghy... and a broken arm | VLOG 108
9 de janeiro de 2026 · 23 min · 6K visualizações · Vainī, Tonga
Snake coiled on sailboat deck near blue fender
O que este vídeo aborda
Cruising in Tonga, the crew of a sailboat manages daily logistics including laundry, fuel procurement, and provisioning while navigating local infrastructure. They utilize a small boatyard for services, noting that the slipway is hazardous and extremely slippery when wet.6:09 During a visit to the yard, Anissia slips on the rain-slicked ramp, sustaining a wrist injury that she treats by immobilizing the joint with a moldable splint from the boat's medical kit.16:46 The crew also encounters a sea snake hiding beneath the double floor of their dinghy.19:29 They identify the creature as a highly venomous sea krait and use a boat hook to stress the animal until it exits the vessel.20:20 Beyond these challenges, the crew participates in local cultural events, including a traditional feast and a Protestant church service, emphasizing the importance of respecting local customs and religious life in the Pacific.11:22 They also note that while local medical facilities are rudimentary, the boatyard remains a viable option for maintenance, comparable to facilities in Fiji.17:56
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