We've run up against mother nature at her nastiest, a dangerously exploding volcano? Circumnavigating Sulawesi in Indonesia on our 42 foot sailboat, a lack of wind couldn’t stop us, uncharted coral reefs couldn’t stop us, being rammed by customs officials couldn’t stop us but flowing lava, falling ash and the threat of tsunamis from the erupting Mt Ruang volcano force a seismic change to our sailing plans. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 01:11 Up Anchor Pasuah 06:01 Pulau Malenge 11:22 Mt Ruang Explodes 13:51 Sail to Pulau Kadidri 17:45 Lagoon Anchorage 20:40 Next Episode

In our latest Dreamtime Sail episode we show how we find safe anchorages in uncharted, remote coral reef areas. Sail along with us as we day hop around the eastern peninsular of Central Sulawesi from Luwuk, fighting currents and adverse winds on our way to the Togean Islands. We go into detail on how we select anchorages in remote areas using satellite imagery and onsite dinghy surveys with a hand held depth gauge.

Sail along with us as we day hop around the eastern peninsular of Central Sulawesi from Luwuk, fighting currents and adverse winds on our way to the Togean Islands. We go into detail on how we select anchorages in remote areas using satellite imagery and onsite dinghy surveys with a hand held depth gauge. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:01 Intro 00:39 Luwuk to Pasirpanjang 05:08 Pasirpanjang to Mayayap 08:41 Mayayap to Pulau Puah 10:32 Satellite Anchoring Tips 16:44 Pulau Puah 19:39 Next Episode

A short peek from our Dreamtime Sail Episode 129 that features incredible anchorages, super friendly locals , the world’s clearest lake at Paisu Pok, a dolphin escort from Pulau Peleng and these spectacular Salodik Waterfalls near Luwuk. It's all in the one video from the unforgettable Banggai Islands and Central Sulawesi.

This lake’s name “Paisu Pok” carries a deep meaning in the local language, believed to translate to “still or dark waters.” This meaning perfectly fits the character of the lake, which radiates peace and tranquility. Paisu Pok Lake is famous for its mesmerizing beauty but also for the serene atmosphere it offers. With its crystal-clear waters, said to be the clearest in the world, and surrounding natural beauty, the lake is unique and, as yet, largely unspoilt. To see more watch our full Dreamtime Sail Episode featuring more of the Banggai Islands of Sulawesi.

A short clip from our Dreamtime Sail episode of sailing to Pulau Peleng and Luwuk in Sulawesi.

Incredible anchorages, super friendly locals , the world’s clearest lake, a dolphin escort and spectacular waterfalls are all in this episode from the unforgettable Banggai Islands and Central Sulawesi. Anchored in a hidden but magical lagoon off a small village on the island of Peleng, friendly locals take us to experience the world famous Paisu Pok Lake. We then sail onto Luwuk where we discover the amazing Salodik Waterfalls. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro

We begin our sailing exploration of Sulawesi’s Banggai Islands on Bangai Laut with its super friendly people stunning, wind carved sandstone point, jungle fringed lagoons, golden beaches and cascading waterfalls. We then enjoy outstanding local seafood before sailing on northwards to a hidden but magical anchorage off a small village on the island of Peleng, home to the world famous Paisu Pok Lake. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 01:36 Tanjung Gundal Sandstone Tunnel 04:06 Jungle Lagoon 05:00 Lambangan Beach 05:29 Waterfall 07:25 Seafood Restaurent 09:16 Sail to Peleng 16:39 Hammerhead Anchorage 19:35 Next

THE DRAMATIC YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION SAYS - Sailing to the Banggai Islands in Sulawesi, Indonesia, we’re stranded at sea in the dark with a broken engine, almost run into a huge fishing platform, survive a near miss with a speeding fishing boat, find water flooding into our yacht, suffer expensive gear failure and, after finally making it into port, we get robbed? Nah forget that! THE DREAMTIME SAIL DESCRIPTION SAYS, - It’s a boat and things happen sometimes. No big deal. So ride along with us on our very, very chilled night passage to brilliantly, beautiful Banggai Island. There’s even dolphins. It’s cool. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 01:19 Up Anchor 02:50 Weather Forecast 04:39 Set Sail 05:26 Dodging Stuff 08:00 Sunset 08:53 Night Watch 11:01 Sunrise 12:12 Dolphins 15:00 Banggai Laut 19:36 Robbed 20:38 Next

After eleven unforgettable days exploring the remote beauty of Indonesia’s Sombori Islands—home to crystal-clear lagoons, hidden lakes, limestone caves, and pristine white sand beaches—we continue our sailing adventure northward on our circumnavigation of Sulawesi. But before leaving this tropical paradise behind, Karen convinces us to make one final stop at a breathtaking sea cave, and overcomes her fear of hitting the reef to capture stunning footage of the cave itself with our classic ketch, "Our Dreamtime". Join us as we sail through this rarely visited corner of Southeast Asia, sharing the raw beauty, hidden gems, and sailing lifestyle that define off-the-beaten-path cruising in Indonesia. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 02:09 Sit Rep 08:57 Cheeseless Pizza 10:14 Never Leave 10:38 Local Supplies 11:32 Anchor Up 14:14 Sea Cave 18:21 Pulau Umbelle 20:30 Next

Continuing our circumnavigation of Sulawesi, we sailed from Pulau Labengke hoping to find an anchorage in the Sambori area to spend a couple of nights. What we discovered were spectacular lagoons, vibrant coral reefs, powder sand beaches, stunning limestone caves and the surreal experience of swimming in a land locked lagoon inhabited by thousands of graceful jellyfish with no sting venom after centuries of evolution. Blown away by nothing short of sheer awesomeness, we ended up staying ten days safely anchored in calm waters off the rustic Sombori Resort having one of our most amazing Indonesian experiences of all. Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 01:01 Sail to Sombori 10:59 Sombori Resort 16:17 Snorkel the reef 18:00 Storm Prep 20:50 Goa Allo Sea Cave 24:23 Pantai Air Kiri Beach 26:55 Goa Berlian Diamond Cave 29:19 Jelly Fish Lake Danau Urber 34:45 Islands 36:06 Next

Anchored off the south East coast of Sulawesi in a stunning, fiord like bay on the island of Labengke we explore an unspoilt, ecological paradise with mountainous coastline, clothed in thick rain forest, filled with hornbills, kingfishers and scores of other exotic bird species, lapped by crystal clear waters covering beautiful coral reefs, heart shaped bays, blue, blue lagoons, very, very few people and no tourists. We feel so privileged to sail here on Our Dreamtime and experience such pristine natural beauty. If Nirvana exists, this is what it looks like. But this fragile treasure lays across a thin strip of water from death and destruction reigning down on the Sulawesi mainland in the form of unfettered nickel mining, stripping the jungle of all vegetation, laying the hills bare and covered red dust or mud silting the waters with red sediment wiping out all marine life. Could this fate also face unspoilt, pristine Pulau Labengke? The fears of the local people and survey pegs we found throughout the island suggest Yes!

Sail with us aboard Our Dreamtime to the island of Pulau Labengke, a remote ecological paradise off the southeast coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia, where crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, heart-shaped bays, and lush rainforests teeming with hornbills, kingfishers, and other exotic bird species await. In this sailing adventure, we explore a pristine, unspoilt island that feels like the very definition of Nirvana—but its future is under threat. Just across the narrow strait, aggressive nickel mining is devastating the Sulawesi mainland, stripping away jungle, leaving barren red hills, and polluting once-thriving marine ecosystems with choking red sediment. Fears expressed by locals and disturbing signs such as survey pegs on Labengke suggest this paradise may soon face the same destructive fate. Join us as we anchor in a stunning fjord-like bay, share our firsthand experience of this natural wonder, and raise awareness of the environmental risks posed by unchecked mining activity in Southeast Asia’s most beautiful and fragile sailing destinations. Here’s a very concerning report from the BBC - The rush for nickel: 'They are destroying our future' - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-66131451 Nirwana Labengke Resort - https://labengki.com/ Join the Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew: If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 01:17 Anchorage 01:50 Exploring the Bay 02:56 Nirwana Labenke Resort 04:41 Threat of Nickel Mining 06:20 Mooring Failure 08:35 Blue Lagoon 08:48 Heart Bay Anchorage 21:42 Bloopers 24:05 Next & Bloopers

Leaving Kendari, Sulawesi our sail boat was rammed by an Indonesian Customs Boat. What did we do wrong? Nothing apparently. We had reluctantly gone to the city of Kendari to get fuel after not finding any diesel available at our previous stop on Pulau Wowoni. Other cruisers had reported experiences of over officious officials and low level corruption in the South East Sulawesi capital which was more than enough to make us wary, particular as it was the polar opposite of our own previous dealings with Indonesian officials which had all been very friendly and courteous. This episode tells the story of our own Kendari experience before sailing on to the amazing Pulau Labenke. If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro

Sailing around the remote Indonesian island of Sulawesi, we rely on satellite imagery to find stunning, safe anchorages. In this episode we do just that with our buddy boaters at an amazing beach where the dense, tropical jungle cascades down the mountainous coast to meet powder white sand, fringed by vivid corals in crystal clear water. We get fresh squid off friendly, local fisherman and simply delight in the natural beauty of this unspoilt wilderness. For ocean travellers like us, Indonesia is certainly a nation of wonders. If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 00:36 Sail from Labuan Belanda 04:25 Nickel Disaster 05:32 Anchor Med Style 09:39 Stunning Pantai Tec 15:15 Sail to Palau Wowoni 17:41 Next Time

We’re in for a surprise when we wake in the morning to leave Excelsior Cove. The boat is aground so we’re stuck and not going anywhere for a while. When the tide eventually lifts Our Dreamtime off the seabed, we sail over calm seas to anchor at the town of Raha, Sulawesi in search of ancient civilisation. Here, hidden amongst the rain forest in the limestone hills of Muna Island, Liangkabori Caves hold a remarkable secret — vivid rock art created three and half to four thousand years ago. Scrambling through narrow into chambers deep underground, we discover ancient paintings, etched and painted in red ochre, depict human figures, animals, and mysterious geometric shapes. As archaeologists continue to study the site, the art reveals a deep cultural connection between past and present, with local traditions still echoing the symbols and stories found on the cave walls. For ocean travellers like us, Indonesia is certainly a nation of wonders. If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Intro 00:20 We're Aground 02:31 Sailing Excelsior Cove to Raha 05:22 Exploring Raha 08:30 Liangkabori Caves 14:07 Raha Markets 14:32 Sailing Raha to Labuan Belanda 21:42 Bloopers #sailing #indonesia #travel

THIS is why we go sailing. To be all alone and at one with nature in amazing anchorages like the one featured here. Floating calmly in warm, crystal-clear waters above pure white sands, brilliant corals and abundant sea life while surrounded by amazing rock formations and lush, tropical jungle with the air filled by birdsong. We spent days swimming naked, kayaking and exploring tunnels leading to hidden lagoons full of wonder. If this place, hidden away in the Buton Strait of Indonesia isn’t Nature’s Playground we don’t know what is. It was simply our most stunning anchorage EVER! If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html 00:00 Introduction 01:14 Sailing The Buton Strait 08:10 Med Mooring in Excelsior Cove 10:56 Most Stunning Anchorage Ever 12:45 Boat Work In Exotic Places 13:50 Playtime in Paradise 15:30 Exploring Secret Lagoons 21:55 Lola B Arrival 23:53 Bloopers

Join us as we sail our classic ketch through the stunning waters of Southeast Asia, journeying from the remote village of Baopinang in Sulawesi to the vibrant port city of Bau Bau on Buton Island, Indonesia. In this episode, we navigate through pristine seascapes before encountering masses of trees and flotsam rafted by currents, share practical insights into extending Indonesian visas for cruisers, and explore the rich cultural tapestry of the region, culminating in a visit to a Balinese community joyously celebrating a very eye opening Hindu cremation ceremony. Whether you're passionate about sailing adventures, planning to travel Indonesia, or fascinated by traditional Southeast Asian culture, this episode offers an unforgettable glimpse into life on the water and ashore in one of the world’s most captivating sailing destinations. If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html TECHNOLOGY & CAMERA GEAR WE USE DJI Mavic 2 Pro is our choice in Drones https://amzn.to/2IdgmFk Sony ZV-1 the best Vlogging camera https://amzn.to/3S1xaPc Insta360 One x 2 kit https://amzn.to/3zqvTtA DJI Action Cam https://amzn.to/3eLsIAH Sony AX53 4K Handy-cam https://amzn.to/3lfARjs For sound quality we use Rhode VMPRRode VideoMic https://amzn.to/3k7GU8l Rode Wireless Go - Compact Wireless Microphone System, Transmitter and Receiver https://amzn.to/2U90Gpa Sony Gun Zoom Microphone https://amzn.to/3zavxpM Neewer Portable Aluminum Alloy Camera 2-in-1 Tripod Monopod Max. 70"/177 cm with 3-Way Swivel Pan Head and Carrying Bag for DSLR,DV Video Camcorder https://amzn.to/2IeVfTc We edit on a Predator Acer Laptop https://amzn.to/3v7pQrl Sony Noise Cancelling Wireless Earphones https://amzn.to/3eFCwwf Neewer 58-In-1 Action Camera Accessory Kit https://amzn.to/38QCWi7 OUR GALLEY Backcountry Beef Mince. Dehydrated mice perfect for onboard protein a Ways available in the pantry. Great for pasta dishes, nachos, tacos etc .... https://amzn.to/2KdLbe7 Wasabi Powder, excellent to have onboard when fresh Wasabi is unavailable. A traditional Japanese condiment served with sushi, sashimi and soba. https://amzn.to/3lHaYcy Compost Bin https://amzn.to/3zu5g6X Six pack wine https://amzn.to/2KmdneR Magnetic Knife Strip https://amzn.to/3OwcwU0 Baccarat Le Connoisseur saucepan https://amzn.to/3Pyfr02 Baccarat Le Connoisseur pot https://amzn.to/3z5N5mB Baccarat Le Connoisseur grill https://amzn.to/3aZe23q Baccarat Le Connoisseur sauté pan https://amzn.to/3b1wwAl Baccarat Knife sharpener https://amzn.to/3RZGbbt Baccarat Steak Knife set https://amzn.to/3PH0dF Spice Racks https://amzn.to/3cDuhnp Stove top kettle https://amzn.to/3PP4c2P Thermos Twin Wall Coffee Plunger https://amzn.to/3cCAikj LIFESTYLE Cool Cabana for those sunny days on the beach https://amzn.to/3vcjS8p Karen wears Nude by Nature https://amzn.to/3b0pUlV SAFETY Personal Locator Beacon https://amzn.to/3J0u21E Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you make purchases from our affiliate program. This is at no extra cost to you. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you. We will tell you if they are an Affiliate Link. Above are some of the services and products we recommend and have an affiliation with all of these products we have purchased ourselves and are pleased with the results of use onboard Our Dreamtime. Cheers Rob and Karen

In this eye-opening episode, we sail from Lasusua to Tepeo through a remote and rarely visited stretch of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Here we anchor beside shocking environmental destruction caused by unregulated nickel mining. As we navigate these little-known waters, we uncover widespread damage to the rainforest and marine ecosystems, offering a raw and unfiltered look at the environmental cost hidden behind remote beauty. This episode is a must-watch for sailing enthusiasts, travellers exploring South East Asia, and anyone concerned about the impact of industrial activity on fragile natural environments. Join us as we document this powerful journey and raise awareness about the urgent need for environmental protection in one of Indonesia’s most remote coastal regions. During our first three weeks sailing the coast of Sulawesi we met many, many beautiful, welcoming people and saw nothing but the unbelievable beauty of Sulawesi, the world’s eleventh largest island, but this stop was truly distressing. Links for more about Indonesian Nickel Mining Spotlight Nickel Mining TV Report - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNag4j0nmKU Electric Viking debunks Spotlights EV claims - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwfTZrzAx2c If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains music used under license from Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html OUR GALLEY Backcountry Beef Mince. Dehydrated mice perfect for onboard protein a Ways available in the pantry. Great for pasta dishes, nachos, tacos etc .... https://amzn.to/2KdLbe7 Wasabi Powder, excellent to have onboard when fresh Wasabi is unavailable. A traditional Japanese condiment served with sushi, sashimi and soba. https://amzn.to/3lHaYcy Compost Bin https://amzn.to/3zu5g6X Six pack wine https://amzn.to/2KmdneR Magnetic Knife Strip https://amzn.to/3OwcwU0 Baccarat Le Connoisseur saucepan https://amzn.to/3Pyfr02 Baccarat Le Connoisseur pot https://amzn.to/3z5N5mB Baccarat Le Connoisseur grill https://amzn.to/3aZe23q Baccarat Le Connoisseur sauté pan https://amzn.to/3b1wwAl Baccarat Knife sharpener https://amzn.to/3RZGbbt Baccarat Steak Knife set https://amzn.to/3PH0dF Spice Racks https://amzn.to/3cDuhnp Stove top kettle https://amzn.to/3PP4c2P Thermos Twin Wall Coffee Plunger https://amzn.to/3cCAikj SAFETY Personal Locator Beacon https://amzn.to/3J0u21E Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you make purchases from our affiliate program. This is at no extra cost to you. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you. We will tell you if they are an Affiliate Link. Above are some of the services and products we recommend and have an affiliation with all of these products we have purchased ourselves and are pleased with the results of use onboard Our Dreamtime. Cheers Rob and Karen

Join us as we embark on an unforgettable sailing adventure through one of the most remote and uncharted regions of South East Asia, journeying from Palopo to Lasusua in Sulawesi, Indonesia. In this episode, we sail where few have gone before, navigating hidden coastlines, discovering isolated anchorages, and encountering the unexpected at every turn. Perfect for sailing enthusiasts and travel lovers alike, this episode captures the raw beauty and unpredictability of exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations by boat. Whether you're planning your own voyage or dreaming of tropical escapes, this is a must-watch for anyone fascinated by sailing in Indonesia and the wild wonders of Sulawesi. We also set a new record of five failed attempts before finally getting our anchor to hold. Isn’t sailing fun? So come for a ride and discover some very places way off the beaten track. If you’d like access to our live-tracker to see where we are in real time, receive almost daily Sit Rep updates when we’re sailing via an exclusive crew Facebook Group, early, add free access to our episodes, free or heavily discounted downloads of all our e-books plus other exclusive benefits, you can become a member of our Dreamtime Sail Virtual Crew through either Ko-fi or Patreon. The funds help us offset the cost of upload data, music and editing software subscriptions, storage hard drives plus camera and audio equipment to improve the quality of our shows. Thank you so much crew. You’re the guys and girls who float our boat and keep us motivated. Ko-fi https://www.ko-fi.com/dreamtimesail (Note: Ko-Fi has become our preferred platform for support as they take no commission from Crew Member’s contributions) Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DreamtimeSail Our Books and eBooks are available via Payhip HERE - https://tinyurl.com/DreamtimeSailebooks This video contains mostly original music with other provided by Epidemic Sound. SOCIALS We’re on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DreamtimeSail Follow our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dreamtimesail/ We’ve been blogging since 2011. Check it out at https://www.dreamtimesail.blogspot.com You can find Karen's recipes and tips from Our Galley at https://dreamtimesail.blogspot.com/p/our-galley.html TECHNOLOGY & CAMERA GEAR WE USE DJI Mavic 2 Pro is our choice in Drones https://amzn.to/2IdgmFk Sony ZV-1 the best Vlogging camera https://amzn.to/3S1xaPc Insta360 One x 2 kit https://amzn.to/3zqvTtA DJI Action Cam https://amzn.to/3eLsIAH Sony AX53 4K Handy-cam https://amzn.to/3lfARjs For sound quality we use Rhode VMPRRode VideoMic https://amzn.to/3k7GU8l Rode Wireless Go - Compact Wireless Microphone System, Transmitter and Receiver https://amzn.to/2U90Gpa Sony Gun Zoom Microphone https://amzn.to/3zavxpM Neewer Portable Aluminum Alloy Camera 2-in-1 Tripod Monopod Max. 70"/177 cm with 3-Way Swivel Pan Head and Carrying Bag for DSLR,DV Video Camcorder https://amzn.to/2IeVfTc We edit on a Predator Acer Laptop https://amzn.to/3v7pQrl Sony Noise Cancelling Wireless Earphones https://amzn.to/3eFCwwf Neewer 58-In-1 Action Camera Accessory Kit https://amzn.to/38QCWi7 OUR GALLEY Backcountry Beef Mince. Dehydrated mice perfect for onboard protein a Ways available in the pantry. Great for pasta dishes, nachos, tacos etc .... https://amzn.to/2KdLbe7 Wasabi Powder, excellent to have onboard when fresh Wasabi is unavailable. A traditional Japanese condiment served with sushi, sashimi and soba. https://amzn.to/3lHaYcy Compost Bin https://amzn.to/3zu5g6X Six pack wine https://amzn.to/2KmdneR Magnetic Knife Strip https://amzn.to/3OwcwU0 Baccarat Le Connoisseur saucepan https://amzn.to/3Pyfr02 Baccarat Le Connoisseur pot https://amzn.to/3z5N5mB Baccarat Le Connoisseur grill https://amzn.to/3aZe23q Baccarat Le Connoisseur sauté pan https://amzn.to/3b1wwAl Baccarat Knife sharpener https://amzn.to/3RZGbbt Baccarat Steak Knife set https://amzn.to/3PH0dF Spice Racks https://amzn.to/3cDuhnp Stove top kettle https://amzn.to/3PP4c2P Thermos Twin Wall Coffee Plunger https://amzn.to/3cCAikj LIFESTYLE Cool Cabana for those sunny days on the beach https://amzn.to/3vcjS8p Karen wears Nude by Nature https://amzn.to/3b0pUlV SAFETY Personal Locator Beacon https://amzn.to/3J0u21E Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you make purchases from our affiliate program. This is at no extra cost to you. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for you. We will tell you if they are an Affiliate Link. Above are some of the services and products we recommend and have an affiliation with all of these products we have purchased ourselves and are pleased with the results of use onboard Our Dreamtime. Cheers Rob and Karen