An UNEXPECTED STOP in Africa | Sailing Florence across the Indian Ocean Ep. 119

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2 жыл бұрын

Sailing through the 3rd largest lagoon in the world and searching for lemurs, there is plenty to see and do in Mayotte as we wait for a suitable weather window to continue sailing our ocean passage to South Africa. Mayotte is an unexpected mix of French and African culture, combined on a small island in the Indian Ocean.
We have been sailing around the world for over 5 years after setting off from England in 2016 on board our 37ft sail boat Florence. Join us as we share the highs and lows of travelling around the world by boat, Sailing offshore across the Oceans and exploring remote locations with our own little tiny house. Boat life out at sea on the ocean and off the grid.
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Music in order as played:
To an New Land - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced
Keep Walking - www.hooksounds.com - Creative Commons - Attribution Creative Commons 4.0 license
Pure Harmonics - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced
Mystic Land - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced
On the wild side - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced
A Simple Life - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced
Drop That Chaos - www.hooksounds.com - Licenced

Пікірлер: 277

@ThePottski 2 жыл бұрын

Best sailing channel on KZfaq. Love the videos

@evslone 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you yet again for introducing me to a part of this amazing world I never would have known otherwise. Especially appreciate the honest portrayal of good/bad sides of what on the surface appears to be paradise. Such an enriching adventure makes all of us now relegated to virtual travel very envious.

@donanderson2264 2 жыл бұрын

The fact that you guys are always laughing and smiling is very telling.

@markrick2195 2 жыл бұрын

You two salty kids! I love how you use oars rather than an engine and your minimalist style. World ambassadors. Stay safe always.

@billhanna8838 2 жыл бұрын

Memories is what life is all about & Yous will have plenty .

@JosephMullin 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos. They are better than another couple I follow

@MrFooboo1224 2 жыл бұрын

You guys do one of the best jobs at explaining a culture. I love your channel ❤️. Be safe and enjoy life. Can't wait for the next episode.

@alexandersunter4899 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the African style music at the beginning of the shoot. Keep em coming.

@SailingSteelSapphire 2 жыл бұрын

What a treat Mayotte turned out to be. This video made us realise how many fabulous places we blithely sail on by obliviously. Thanks for capturing it and sharing it so well.

@SailingYachtFlorence 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha did you watch this with the Sonrisas? comments 1 minute apart?!? Unfortunately it is impossible to visit everywhere in one season, but you can places to the list for the 2nd lap ;-) (Tanzania is one of those places for us)

@SailingSteelSapphire 2 жыл бұрын

@@SailingYachtFlorence Haha, no, we watched it eating a breakfast sausage sarnie with HP sauce in bed dealing with our hangovers (A Florence video and comfort food...bliss!) And last time I checked, there were definitely no Sonrisa's under the covers 🤣 Just coincidental timing!

@andrewturnbull1027 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't stop smiling when you filmed the lemurs on your shoulders ' wonderful thank you.

@gordonbennet1094 Жыл бұрын

This vid stands out amongst the many sailing vids I've seen. Excellent.

@Robert-cg2bj 2 жыл бұрын

Of all the sailing channels I visit on KZfaq Sailing Florence is the most literate, informative, and reasoned. Thanks for sharing your adventure and your lives with us!

@larryjepeal4409 2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a day, morning coffee with UMA, lunch with RAN, and ice cream with FLORENCE. I just don't think it could get any better.

@sailinggreenpearl2571 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha, seem like we all follow a lot of the same channels, check out free range sailing if you havent already

@robnaylor3717 2 жыл бұрын

I got Zatara as well,

@garyb9473 2 жыл бұрын

Uma and Florence are the best. Everything else is second or third tier.

@earthangel8730 2 жыл бұрын

@@garyb9473 agree! No babies. No kids. No dogs. Just sailing and adventures.

@paulcockayne5155 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Amy and Matt. We have really enjoyed your videos. We only discovered your Channel a couple of weeks ago and have now binged watched them all since then. You have introduced us to a whole new world of genes, spinnaker, jibs etc and created lots of discussion in the house. The drone footage is excellent. We look forward to your next video. Stay safe and good luck with the passage to South Africa.

@grantevans6597 2 жыл бұрын

Matt and Amy, you truly are head and shoulders above all the other sailing channels. Thank you for being true blue sailors, actually sailing around the world and taking me along. I have watched all your episodes from the beginning and am now very excited because you are about to visit my country, South Africa. I live in Johannesburg but have been travelling into the African bush for twenty years in my 4x4. I am excited to see footage about South Africa and to hear your thoughts about a country that has been through an enormous amount of corruption (in excess of R1 trillion) mainly by the ANC government in the past decade, but still somehow manages to retain a charm and allure that keeps my wife and I here. There is a huge diaspora out of the country by middle class professionals - around 90,000 people a year - and that includes my two children. For all that, it is a beautiful country with many amazing people. I hope you enjoy a wonderful time here with us.

@SailingYachtFlorence 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Grant :-) We are actually a few months ahead of the videos and already in South Africa. Everybody has been very kind to us and we are having a great time.

@michaelvanwinkle7919 2 жыл бұрын

I loved seeing the clear water and underwater world of Mayotte. The Lemurs were so friendly, when food was around. Safe Passage to South Africa!

@ToddMoore1 2 жыл бұрын

"its like 2 countries in one... France and Africa. " Africa is a Continent. Love your Channel

@christopherlloyd4908 2 жыл бұрын

smart arse

@edgarchegwin961 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are truly modern explorers, kind of 21 century conquerors. thats something noy very common to find these days, specially in young couples like you are. I know you ll make back to England. What a beautiful place Mayotte is, thanks for your video, you guys enjoy yourselves, wish you the best, blessings, Rgs

@hedgiecc 2 жыл бұрын

The lemurs are soo cute! I love how much they are crazy for banana 😊

@GI-AUS 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are the best! Safe passage!

@jasondean8083 2 жыл бұрын

The comments say and at the same time explain all. It's too late to comment,yet it still applies. So well done and absolutely will watch every video you post,may you continue to live your dream...

@tgchism 2 жыл бұрын

Once again learning about new to me places in the world through your travels!! Safe passage now on to South Africa!

@janisripple754 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed watching this episode 2 x this time with our visiting 18 yr old grandson Andy! He loves seeing your video adventures, due to COVID isolation and my husband kidney Transplant 2 yrs ago we Need To See The World vicariously-🤩😬🙋‍♀️😎Lemurs where delightful Andy loves wild animals the turtles of the planet colorful fish 🐠 corals ! Thanks 🙏🏻 for your Generosity sharing your adventures with families isolated like ours 😍👋🙋‍♀️🤩

@stevemellor7989 2 жыл бұрын

Once again, another Happy place to visit!! You two do such a wonderful job with the video editing and the educational tutorial of where you are. Just love it! Travel safe.

@AtoZDesign 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you found your friendly Lemur.

@alofns 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video. I never knew this place existed. Thanks for taking us there. Happy you checked some boxes. Stay safe.

@Mar-vu9nx 2 жыл бұрын

Always Very nice videos, relexed, good edited. Not repetition of takes, or unecessery extending duration

@johnlees1176 2 жыл бұрын

I have a complaint - not enough vids. Your stuff is amazing. Well done & thanks.

@cfctvaus 2 жыл бұрын

That Lemur voice over had me cracking up hahaha fantastic footage and video!

@Grahamcracker6366 2 жыл бұрын

I like the new intro. Thanks for sharing.

@dutchglobetrotter4513 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting an other bucket list destination on my, to sail to places in the world.

@mrCetus 2 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video guys! We love watching your adventures!

@dennisrobinson4588 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video to watch. My list of places to visit when I set out is getting longer. Praying you have favorable winds on your way to Africa. God bless and good fortune.

@johnstranack4689 2 жыл бұрын

Have a good passage to South Africa my home land. Great video as usual.

@harbojohn 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as usual! Looking forward to your next video. Take care!

@catchcryhamm275 2 жыл бұрын

Its the unexpected destinations and anchorages that make cruising by your own yacht special.

@keithh3463 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy your adventures!

@sailingdrifter4797 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent and Entertaining - fair winds and following seas

@PuraVidaSailingSV 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing like sailing on and off anchor/mooring ;), nice job guys great video.

@BillChild2njoy 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode 👏

@peanut71968 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the underwater vid clips! Cheers!

@Sailor_Greg 2 жыл бұрын

4:50 Ohhh, missed a golden opportunity to have Amy walk by first! Great episode as always! Best sailing channel on KZfaq!

@karliefitzgeraldadventures 2 жыл бұрын

The lemur commentary 🤣🤣🤣 so good.

@GuidanceFS 2 жыл бұрын

Had never heard of Mayotte, thanks for sharing guys.

@sonjanoeth8497 2 жыл бұрын

Hope your journey is safe. Glad you are coming to visit!

@BarracudaHawk 2 жыл бұрын

Still a favourite channel guys!

@wsturner88 2 жыл бұрын

Great Episode.. Looking forward to your next passage..

@Early8Q 2 жыл бұрын

Too cool for school! Wait! No, this is school! I love sailing to anchor, dock, or mooring! It’s just good for the spirit, if you ask me, which no one did….. I also love the bonus stop. Great video, thank you! Fair winds and following seas!

@tomcraddock244 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful place!! And to be there so unexpectedly is what is so cool about following you journey ⛵️

@davek4442 2 жыл бұрын

It’s very enjoyable to explore the world with you both. Thanks

@grantritchie2781 2 жыл бұрын

Truly enjoy watching your posts makes one feel like I am part of your journey and being there...thank you!

@stevelambert7496 2 жыл бұрын

What a great place to stop those lemurs were fantastic definitely boat pet material

@melindataljaard2753 2 жыл бұрын

Wellcome to South Africa. So please to see your on your way. BUT please be CAREFUL in South Africa. You purse and belongings and don't trust any one. Just be careful!!!!. But you love it in Cape Town. And you must go on up to Table Mountain. That is a great trip.🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙏🙏take care be save!

@gefginn3699 2 жыл бұрын

Great fun.... when you find an unexpected adventure. 🥰😇

@sailinglatis 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and enjoyed your video very much. Love seeing new places with a great story with laughs and awesome videography. Just subscribed and look forward to following your adventures. 🇨🇦

@elizabethsusmann1969 2 жыл бұрын

I had never heard of this island before. Thanks for introducing us to it!

@dianacarlton8660 2 жыл бұрын

An awesome way to live, I love watching your videos, thank you. :)

@schalkdebeer9097 2 жыл бұрын

Sailed there from Durban in 1999 on our way to Tanzania. Dar Es Salaam has a nice yacht club. Main issue is the strong current and pending wind directions can be quite tough . Sailed in Sept 1999 and had 50 to 55 knots ! Safe sailing !!

@ronbeaubien 2 жыл бұрын

Those sandalwood masks in Mayotte remind me of thanaka, the tree bark that the Burmese of Myanmar wear as sunscreen / traditional makeup.

@1200rexer 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video you guys are so blessed an amazing adventure

@lpettet1 2 жыл бұрын

Nice stop at a very lovely place.

@shaunreid5898 2 жыл бұрын

Living the dream happy days

@coug96fan 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite travel channel. You two are showing places in the world most of us never knew about. And you bring a great sense of adventure which make your video's such a joy to watch.

@koosgrobbelaar2000 2 жыл бұрын

Your underwater photography was amazing - well done. So pleased that you enjoyed Mayotte. Bon voyage for your trip down the Mozambique channel and welcome to South Africa.

@guenther1 2 жыл бұрын

Proper travel documentaries... and sailing... doesn't get much better. Thank you guys, stay safe.

@ianward3278 2 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring, time to think about buying a boat.stay safe and God Bless

@davidjones535 2 жыл бұрын

That was cool but it's all fun and games into one go's down your back , be safe and stay Golden .

@willb6311 2 жыл бұрын

Entertaining, educational, comprehensive, cinematic and very inspiring. Quite easily one of the best KZfaq Sailing Channels! Thank you Matt, Amy and Florence, I appreciate you!

@justinsaying289 2 жыл бұрын

Everything looks beautiful there. Nice

@sailingmoonshadow3169 2 жыл бұрын

Nice unexpected detour!

@michaelnyingi1898 2 жыл бұрын

Been able to follow up on all these episodes and I must admit, crossing the oceans is not for faint hearted, it requires passion and determination, I have really enjoyed and I have virtually toured with you Matt n Amy.....waiting for the other episodes . This is lovely.....all the best

@bladebiker100 2 жыл бұрын

what a GREAT episode to watch while on board a cargo ship in the North Atlantic, makes me feel warm a little. This is the best episode lately, i feel like you guys are in a rush and don't explore as much as you use to do, anyway no matter what, i wish all the best and safe sailing! 🍻🍻

@alanbrookes6637 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy it all Matt & Amy, these memories will remain and thrill you both into old age…just like me 1990- 1996!

@watchandlisten5398 2 жыл бұрын

Amaizing channel. You have ignited a desire in me to get adventurous and overcome sea sickness 😀 looking forward to your next episode. Safe travels to South Africa 🇿🇦

@music-man 2 жыл бұрын

Safe travels guys. cheers. xxxx

@generalsedan517 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, got to love the French !

@DrBrian0450 2 жыл бұрын

That was awesome!

@alimitchell5346 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent watch 👌

@ralfhedstrom 2 жыл бұрын

That was a surprising little gem I had not even heard of before, with its own little dangers of course.

@Vansafrica 2 жыл бұрын

In 2001 we sailed to Mayotte and unexpectantly my dad passed away on the island. It was nice to see the island again as I couldnt remember much of it but it brought back some memories. Love the channel guys!

@dubuandmore7907 2 жыл бұрын

Awsome , Thanks for your great video

@mattquick3322 2 жыл бұрын

Superb photos guys 👍

@rainfinger 2 жыл бұрын

You put so much of your heart into these videos, sharing a rarely visited place like Mayotte, but now the word is out, knowing other sailors will follow in your wake.

@TheBahamabob 2 жыл бұрын

That is a delightful episode! Amy has the most winsome giggle around wildlife. I got accustomed to it in the dolphin segment you’ve played many times plus others. It’s wonderful and fun. I’m hoping you’ve already cleared Mozambique. It’s not for the weak or faint of heart.

@donwhite3237 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding!

@paulelgersma3971 2 жыл бұрын

great episode. thank you.

@alejandrovanags4948 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel. Great video. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

@theovandenberg4682 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experiences with this part of the world. i like your style of making videos.

@yvonnekneeshaw2784 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for introducing us to a new location and lemmas. Their eyes are striking. ❤️🇨🇦

@stuartmackley1451 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see you guys enjoying sailing so much

@markcreel5305 2 жыл бұрын

Love the video!

@scottysscandinavia5793 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely. Excellent job.

@MatthewOTasker 2 жыл бұрын

You missed us here in Perth, Western Australia. If you come this way again......here on the other side of the Indian Ocean...make sure you stop in Fremantle 🙂