Indonesia, Whale Sharks… and Our New Boat? Eps 69
November 20, 2025 · 18 min · 148 views · Sumbawa
What this video covers
Cozzy and Mitcho tour four catamarans in Indonesia while searching for a new vessel to replace their previous boat. The couple inspects a 2009 Leopard 40 named Kaya, a 2015 Leopard 44 named Sunkist, a 2009 Leopard 46 named Lana, and a Lagoon 42.14:01 They evaluate each boat based on cabin configuration, cockpit protection, and necessary upgrades, noting that many candidates lack essential features like watermakers, solar power, and full cockpit clears.16:41 While they previously made an offer of $220,000 on Kaya, they reconsider the purchase due to the extensive refit required, including the installation of protective clears at the helm.17:28 Between boat viewings, the crew sails from Bhima to Saleh Bay in Sumbawa to swim with whale sharks.1:22 These sharks aggregate naturally around traditional fishing platforms known as bagan within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.6:33 The tour is managed by the local community, emphasizing ecotourism over fishing.6:51
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