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A cruising couple navigating the Gambia River in a sailboat must time their return to the coast to clear a bridge with limited vertical clearance.▶ 0:00 The crew calculates the transit based on tidal height, noting that the 30-centimeter difference between high and low water during a full moon cycle is critical for mast clearance.▶ 0:59 They previously measured the bridge foundation at low tide to establish a reference point for safe passage.▶ 1:41 While exploring the river, the crew uses a dinghy to observe wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and monkeys, while maintaining distance to avoid boat-capsizing incidents reported by locals.▶ 2:54 They manage fuel logistics by offloading gasoline pre-mixed with oil—intended for two-stroke engines—to local fishermen after discovering their own four-stroke outboard requires pure gasoline.▶ 18:47 The crew also hosts local children, distributing soccer balls in villages along the riverbanks.▶ 10:42 After departing with a long-term guest, the couple continues solo, navigating small creeks and relying on local interactions for supplies and navigation advice.▶ 11:41

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