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Huub departs Cartagena, Colombia, for a passage toward Panama and the San Blas Islands, anticipating light winds and significant motoring.3:30 Before leaving, he performs a hull scrub to remove growth and tightens a loose propeller.2:33 Navigating the San Bernardo Archipelago, he enters the mangroves near Tintipan Island by following a local guide, noting that standard charts for the area are unreliable.4:25 He anchors in shallow water to avoid the mangroves and reports minimal insect activity despite previous warnings.6:06 The crew visits Santa Cruz del Islote, a densely populated island known for its lack of mosquitoes, which historically drove fishermen to settle there.7:45 The journey continues with stops at various eco-hotels and exploration of local landmarks, including the Arbol Que Camina, a large, interconnected tree formation.14:11 During heavy rain and lightning, a leak develops in an instrument housing, requiring the application of additional sealant.10:52 The crew prepares for the final transit to clear customs in Panama.15:59

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