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11 SAILORS ON MOTORBIKES! 6 Yachts Circumnavigate Nosy Be, Madagascar By Land

October 19, 2026 · 24 min · 12K views · Crater Bay, Nosy Be

What this video covers

James, owner of the 61-year-old sloop Triteia, joins a group of sailors from eight different yachts anchored in Crater Bay, Nosy Be, Madagascar, to circumnavigate the island by motorbike.1:16 The group of approximately 15 people rents scooters to visit local landmarks, including crater lakes and a scenic viewpoint.2:58 The excursion involves navigating local roads, managing mechanical repairs on the bikes, and coordinating group travel through villages.3:00 After losing cell service and becoming disoriented in a remote village, the group backtracks to the main road before reaching a waterfall.18:32 The day concludes with the group returning to their vessels in Crater Bay.24:06 The experience highlights the logistical challenges and social aspects of organizing group land excursions while cruising in a remote location.

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