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Beautiful Gili Air EP95
December 21, 2023 · 12 min · 580 views · Gili Air
What this video covers
Gerard and Jacqueline, crew of the sailing yacht Avanti, visit Gili Air, Indonesia, while on a global circumnavigation. While boarding the dinghy, Jacqueline drops a GoPro into 18 meters of water.2:20 Because the boat is on a mooring ball and subject to current, Gerard immediately drops the dinghy anchor to mark the location.2:24 They hire local divers from a nearby shop who successfully recover the camera.3:19 The island features no cars, relying instead on horse-drawn carts, bicycles, and electric scooters for transport.4:04 The crew explores the island’s northeast point for snorkeling, noting local coral restoration efforts and turtle sightings.6:20 They also sample local Prost lager, rating it 7 out of 10 for value.9:52 The crew plans to relocate to Gili Gide for a four-to-five-month stay.11:36 Marking a position with an anchor or weighted line immediately after dropping gear overboard is essential for recovery in deep water or strong currents.
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