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Sailing to Urapukapuka Island and Deep Water Cove in the Bay of Islands on a 30ft Sailboat
September 4, 2023 · 17 min · 18K views · Urupukapuka Island
What this video covers
A 1965 Alberg 30 sloop, Triteia, navigates the Bay of Islands in New Zealand, moving from Urupukapuka Island to Deepwater Cove.0:25 After anchoring at Urupukapuka Island, the captain notes questionable holding and decides to relocate 3.6 miles to Deepwater Cove, a protected anchorage near Cape Brett.11:16 The cruising guide, *New Zealand's Northland Coast* by David Thatcher, identifies Deepwater Cove as the only safe anchorage along that stretch of rocky coastline.12:10 The approach to Deepwater Cove requires navigating behind a headland that obscures the entrance, making it difficult to identify from a distance.13:09 Upon arrival, the crew secures the anchor in 30 feet (9 meters) of water in a marine-protected area where fishing is prohibited.16:24 Urupukapuka Island offers shore-side amenities for campers, including freshwater taps, composting toilets, and cold showers, managed by the Department of Conservation.6:07 Trusting one's intuition regarding anchor security is essential for safe coastal cruising.10:54
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