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WE ARE INTERCEPTED BY THE U.S. COAST GUARD IN PUERTO RICO | Ep. 50 - Chez Team
February 17, 2025 · 34 min · 157K views · Puerto Rico
What this video covers
The crew of a cruising sailboat navigates from Fajardo to Culebra, Puerto Rico, seeking calm anchorages for snorkeling and hull maintenance. After encountering heavy swell and shifting winds near Fajardo, they divert to Culebra, anchoring in Ensenada Honda.9:46 The crew explores Playa Tamarindo and Playa Flamenco, noting the presence of abandoned military tanks left by the U.S. Navy.5:08 During snorkeling sessions, they encounter large barracuda and sea lice, prompting the use of protective headgear to prevent ear infections.7:18 Hull cleaning is performed in stages while anchored, utilizing a floating safety line due to local currents.16:39 The crew manages transportation to inland sites using a single electric scooter for three people, alternating walking and riding.14:27 The week-long trip concludes with a passage back to San Juan, where the boat secures a slip at a local dock.30:08 The video does not contain an interception by the U.S. Coast Guard.25:08
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