We’re continuing our sailing journey from Great Keppel Island to the southernmost group of islands in the Great Barrier Reef. With steady northerly winds, it was a relaxing sail through some of the clearest blue water in Australia. As we reached Masthead Island, we were welcomed by hundreds of seabirds and a completely uninhabited coral cay surrounded by pristine reef - the perfect liveaboard sailing destination. Once anchored, the adventure really began: 🦈 Stand up paddle boarding with SHARKS! 🐠 Snorkelling coral reefs 🤿 Freediving in crystal-clear water This video is packed with everything we love about the liveaboard sailing lifestyle - exploring remote islands, testing our sailing skills, and living close to nature on the Great Barrier Reef. ⚓️ If you enjoy sailing content, snorkelling adventures, freediving, paddle boarding, and exploring remote Australia, this one’s for you. 💙 Support our journey: Like, comment, and subscribe - it helps more people discover our sailing channel and join the adventure. #sailingboat #BoatLife #yacht

We're leaving Scawfell Island and setting off on a 120 nautical mile journey to Island Head Creek.. Normally, we’d stop and explore the islands along the way but this time, we’ve got a short weather window to make it south, so we’re sailing non-stop, all day and all night, before eventually moving on to the Keppel Islands. So come aboard and see what it’s really like to live on a sailboat - as we’ve kept this video as real and as raw as possible! 🐠 Become a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 0:00 - Welcome Aboard! 0:34 - Navigating from Scawfell to Island Head Creek 3:29 - Sunset Sailing & Night Watch Under the Stars 5:15 - Sunrise with Dolphins: A Perfect Sailing Moment 7:12 - Island Head Creek: Coconut Hunting on the Water 11:04 - Mangrove Mudcrabs: Exploring Coastal Wildlife 13:03 - Hoisting Sails: Leaving Island Head Creek Behind 14:17 - Processing Fresh Coconuts Aboard the Sailboat 15:57 - “LURE ON MY BALLS!” 17:46 - Galley Girls: Life in the Sailboat Kitchen 20:00 - Sunset Extravaganza: Sailing into Golden Hour 22:24 - Boat Jump: Water Fun on the High Seas 23:14 - Keppel Island Mangroves: Shoreline Exploration 25:00 - Island Footsteps: Hiking & Discovering 29:00 - Next Week’s Voyage: What’s Ahead on Sailing Ami #BoatLife #Sailing #Unfiltered #TinyHomeOnWater

We're taking on our toughest offshore passage so far - rough seas, wild weather, and everything in between.. 🐠 Become a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi After finally making it to Scawfell Island, we hunker down for some much-needed rest… and then things get a little crazy 😅 We go treasure hunting on a remote island, launch our very own sailing galley cooking show, and basically make a complete mess of the boat. Meanwhile, Sarah finds her own kind of “treasure”… which may or may not just be a rusty chunk of metal. 🏝️⚓ Does this video qualify for our @MasterChefAustraliaChannel entry? Subscribe and sail with us every week as we chase freedom, fun, and a fair bit of chaos. MORE INFO: "Ambergris is a valuable, waxy, and solid substance produced in the digestive system of sperm whales, formed around indigestible objects like squid beaks. Initially foul-smelling and dark, it develops a musky, pleasant aroma as it ages and is exposed to sunlight and saltwater. Historically known as "floating gold" or "treasure of the sea," ambergris contains ambrien, an odorless alcohol, which is used as a long-lasting fixative and base note in the perfume industry." "Amber is classified as an organic gemstone, meaning it's a natural material used for adornment that is not a mineral or crystal. It is a fossilized tree resin that has hardened over millions of years and is prized for its warm colors and unique qualities, including its ability to preserve ancient plant and animal inclusion." What’s the craziest thing YOU’ve ever found on a beach? Drop your stories in the comments below! 🌊🦀⚓ And don’t forget to hit the hype - Like and Subscribe for more epic content. Next week’s episode is extra special, so you won’t want to miss it! 0:00 - Intro 0:16 - WILD SAILING!! 3:50 - Leaky Mushroom Vent? 4:26 - What Are We Doing? 6:26 - WE FOUND REAL TREASURE!!!! 9:54 - Banana Bread Masterchef 11:31 - Lasagne Masterchef 14:13 - GONE NUTS! 15:34 - Next Week 16:20 - Sorry, Not Sorry.. #sailinglife #sailingvlog #boatlife

Welcome back! 🐠 Become a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi After servicing the engine, tuning up the outboard, cleaning the boat, and fixing our bilge pump diaphragm, we finally welcome Sarah aboard. We also share a few funny stories from the past - school, four-wheel driving and camping - all great memories. We then say goodbye to Airlie Beach, enjoy some great sunsets, and get ready for whatever comes next! 0:00 - Intro 1:12 - Maintenance Day 2:00 - Sarah’s Arrival 2:45 - Our Story 8:02 - Goodbye Airlie 9:18 - Surprise Visitors! 11:35 - Sunset Sailing 12:05 - Sailing to Thomas Island 13:39 - Treasure Hunting and Swimming 15:58 - Sunset Celebrations! 16:49 - Next Week #sailing #yacht #sailboat

We sailed to Faith Reef, one of the most remote and untouched coral reefs we've ever visited.. Our story from the beginning: https://youtu.be/PlAXm-yM0NI?si=88uJYn5gc5g8xbpW From a glassy sunrise sail and lagoon snorkelling in turquoise waters, to freediving for crayfish and a surprise wildlife encounter that left me (Kayleigh) in tears! Top it off with perfect weather, a golden sunset BBQ, and a 60NM spinnaker sail, and you’ve got one of the best adventures we've had on the water. 0:00 - Intro 1:23 - Sunrise Sail to Faith Reef 2:52 - Lagoon Snorkelling 4:59 - Best Weather Ever? 6:45 - Freediving & Catching Crayfish 9:14 - You Won’t Believe This!!! 11:21 - Bum Clean 11:55 - Sunset BBQ 13:06 - 60NM of Spinnaker Sailing 15:00 - Next Week! #sailing #yacht #ocean #wildlife #freediving #crayfish

If you're into sailing, hiking, and meeting some of the friendliest Aussie wildlife around - you’re in the right place! 🌿🐾 We’ve just arrived at Magnetic Island, and within minutes, we were blown away by its natural beauty… but little did we know, it was only going to get better! This episode has a little bit of everything: 🏝️ Strolling through ancient WWII forts with epic views 🐨 Koala-spotting in the wild (yes, they’re as cute as you think) 🌳 Hiking through lush rainforest to Horseshoe Bay 💨 And a slow sail with a much-needed stop at Bowling Green Bay (we might’ve been slightly cooked by the sun at this point…) 👍 Like & Subscribe to come with us on the next adventure — we’re heading back to the reef next time and it’s going to be a good one! #sailing #sailboat #yacht

This episode kicks off with a BIG surprise you won’t want to miss.. 🐠 Become a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi After some time apart, we’re finally back together on the boat - but not before a few unexpected repairs slow us down and keep us on our toes. We then head to a remote island steeped in shipwreck history - including the infamous SS Gothenburg, wrecked in 1875. The story is a powerful reminder of just how ruthless and unpredictable the sea can be. And lastly, we stumble upon a hidden waterfall tucked away in a secret spot. With no one else around, a spontaneous skinny dip was pretty much unavoidable.. 0:00 - SURPRISE! 0:28 - Intro 1:37 - Leaving Airlie 2:29 - It's Broken.. 3:59 - Sailing to Holbourne Island 6:09 - SHIPWRECK STORIES 8:53 - Sailing to Cape Upstart 10:32 - We Found a SECRET Waterfall? 15:53 - Coconuts! 16:15 - Sailing to Magnetic Island 16:55 - Next Week! #sailboat #sailing #shipwreck

In this video, I break down our regular liveaboard expenses from the past 10 months - including; memberships, fuel, and insurance to marina life - plus the big-ticket upgrades and repairs that have kept us cruising, like a new alternator, starter motor, anchor chain, and even sails.. 🐠 Be a Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi The “last video” I was referring to (the last video posted when I filmed this video) which has now made a grand total of $29.47! ⬇️👇 https://youtu.be/8TSx1GrUj0U?si=xC33_XO73ESDz6LM I’ll share how these costs add up over time, what surprised us the most, and a few lessons we’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re planning to live aboard or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of sailing life, this one’s for you. List of Repairs/Replacements from our haul out at Boat Works in February: Rudder stock, rudder bearing, pintle bearing, cutlass bearing, shaft seal, engine alignment, new steering cable, steering chain service, new steering shaft and keyway, more anchor chain, front hatch repair, install front hatch, new thermostat for fridge, anti-foul, replaced anodes, name stickers, cut and polish & finally we replaced latches on cupboards.. Is this more or less than you expected? Tell me below ⬇️👇 0:00 - Intro 1:41 - Club Fees 3:05 - Fuel Costs 3:55 - Insurance 4:49 - Engine Parts/Spares 5:38 - Anchor Chain 6:21 - Marina Fees 7:13 - Headsail 8:38 - Spinnaker 9:31 - Haul Out 10:57 - Total/Summary #sailingcosts #sailboat #sailing

Join me (Kayleigh) on my very first solo sailing trip from Airlie Beach to South Mole Island and back! 🐠 Be our FIRST Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi With light winds between 5–10 knots, it was the perfect day to set off alone, build confidence, and soak in the beauty of the Whitsundays. Everything went smoothly… well, except for one small thing.. Still, it was great experience - with perfect conditions! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 0:00 - Preparation 1:51 - Not Going to Plan.. 2:32 - Solo Sailing for the First Time 8:43 - South Molle Island 11:23 - Sailing Alone to Airlie 17:00 - My Thoughts and Feelings Thanks for watching! #sailing #alone #solosailing

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Calm seas, easy breeze - couldn’t have asked for a better morning on the water. This was our last sail together for a while, so we made the absolute most of it ⛵️ 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Thanks for watching! #sailing #yacht #sailboat

This one was filmed in 4K, so make sure to switch the quality settings to get the full experience! On this trip in the Whitsundays, we kicked things off with a 3 hour hike on Whitsunday Island, taking in some great views and stretching our legs before sailing North to Nara Inlet - a place we would call home for 3 days! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Later, the pulley at the top of the mast broke, so we had to work together to fix it.. Thanks for coming along for the ride - and if you enjoy the journey, consider sharing this video with a mate or leaving us a comment. It means the world to us 💛 0:00 - Last Week on Sailing Ami 1:30 - Hiking Whitsunday Island 4:29 - FUUUN Sail to Nara Inlet 5:39 - Exploring Mangroves (SUP) 7:28 - Ngaro Cultural Site 8:23 - COCKATOO? 10:09 - Up the Mast with Ye!!! 12:22 - Sail to Butterfly Bay 13:19 - Small Issue Whilst Sailing.. 14:30 - Snorkel at Butterfly Bay 15:12 - Oh What a Beautiful Morning!!! #sailingami #whitsundays #alone

We’re continuing our journey north, and this stretch brings a bit of everything - thick fog, strong winds, and some lively seas. Conditions weren’t ideal, but that’s part of life on a boat. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it. 🐠 Be our FIRST Patreon + help save the ocean 🌊👇 https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi After a few challenging days, we find ourselves anchored among a quiet group of remote islands - beautiful, and completely still. It's moments like these that remind us why we love this lifestyle. Eventually, we reach town for a quick resupply and a little reset before heading off again. Thanks for coming along for the ride - and if you enjoy the journey, consider sharing this video with a mate or leaving us a comment. It means the world to us 💛 0:00 - Intro 0:46 - Thick Fog 1:31 - Keswick Island 2:25 - 30+ KNOTS 3:11 - Brampton Island 4:02 - Chris' Birthday 5:31 - Whitehaven Beach 7:48 - No Wind, No Worries! 10:11 - Airlie Beach 11:30 - Close Hauled 13:50 - 30+ KNOTS AGAIN! 18:40 - Next Week on Sailing Ami #sailing #sailboat #yacht

We’re back sailing the Great Barrier Reef - and having a whale of a time! 🐳 But before heading offshore to dive into the big blue, we’re spending a few days at Scawfell Island, and as always, we're taking the time to explore our ever-changing surroundings as you never know who or what we might find! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Wearing my favourite poncho from Anima Surf - they make the most beautiful, eco-conscious surf ponchos, designed with love in the Canary Islands. Seriously the comfiest thing to throw on after a salty day out 🌊🌿 https://www.animawomenssurf.com 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Scawfell Island 1:24 - Bikini, Beach and Bread 3:03 - Sail to the Reef 4:19 - WOW A WHALE!! 5:39 - Arriving at Big Stevens Reef 6:22 - Freediving & Droning the Reef 7:51 - Gibbo's Biggest Coral Trout! 9:14 - We're Leaving 10:06 - The Most Amazing View! 11:33 - Spinnaker Sailing in Light Wind 13:31 - EVEN MORE WHALES!! 15:28 - Next Week on Sailing Ami Join us as we: ⚓ Sail to a coral reef! 🏝️ Explore remote, pristine beaches 🐢 Spot amazing marine life (whales, turtles & more!) 🌿 Hike island trails 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next adventure! #sailing #tinyhome #yacht

We're sailing to Middle Percy Island - one of the most legendary and remote cruising destinations in Australia. With wild, secluded beaches, golden sunsets, and manta rays gliding through crystal-clear waters, this island adventure has it all. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Join us as we explore the iconic Percy Island Yacht Club, a unique sailor-built treehouse filled with decades of maritime history. We paddleboard through lush mangroves, learn how to process coconuts island-style with caretaker Marty, and discover the harsh truth about plastic pollution - even in paradise. We also meet Steve, the long-time resident of the island’s homestead, who shares stories from 50 years living off-grid. From manta rays to mangroves, barefoot bushwalks to boat-made honey - this is what sailing remote Australia is all about. Join the Percy Island Yacht Club! https://www.percyisland.com.au/yacht-club "To help to costs of managing Percy Island, a group of Yachties suggested the (informal) PIYC in November 2011 to pay for the annual costs of Public Liability Insurance. Today it has risen to $5,700 annually, to fulfil requirements by the Queensland Government Authorities. The Lifetime Membership from 2024 is $190, including $70 for the PIYC kit (burgee, plaque and Marine Corps ID tag). This means that 48 new Yacht Club Members are needed annually to cover the cost of the Public Liability Insurance that is necessary to allow visitors access to this unique Island due to legislation by the Queensland Government" Steve's Stories: https://youtu.be/Vmqx5B_sn6Q?si=BTBcHHp63OcEObtU 🛶 PADDLE through mangrove creeks 🐚 EXPLORE the yacht club and sailor-made memorabilia 🥥 MAKE coconut cream and milk from scratch 🦋 SPOT manta rays in the shallows 🌿 LEARN from island locals living off the land If you're sailing the Queensland coast, Percy Island is a must. And don’t forget to grab some local honey while you're there! #SailingAustralia #MiddlePercyIsland #SailingLife #Liveaboard #OffGridLiving #RemoteIslands #EcoAdventure #MantaRay #Mangroves #SailingVlog 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - Percy Island Yacht Club 1:29 - SUP Mangroves 2:49 - Hike to Rescue Bay 5:19 - MANTA RAY!! 5:48 - Hike to West Bay 6:15 - COCO NUTS!! 8:24 - Making Coconut Milk with Marty 11:34 - Hike to Homestead 12:46 - Curlew Island 13:24 - Sailing to Scawfell Island 15:21 - Next Week on Sailing Ami

We sail to a remote, uninhabited island in the Great Barrier Reef — no people, no phone signal, just pristine coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and silence. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! But sailing life isn’t always perfect. In this episode, watch what really happens when the weather turns rough. From crystal-clear waters and perfect anchorages to unpredictable winds, midnight squalls, and unexpected boat troubles - get a true glimpse of living off-grid on a sailboat. If you love sailing, island adventures, snorkeling, and Great Barrier Reef exploration, this is the episode for you! #Nude #Sailing #Yacht

We're sailing our 41-foot boat to a remote lagoon in the Great Barrier Reef, navigating through a tight, shallow reef entrance surrounded by coral bommies.. 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Join us for a week of sailing, reef navigation, and rare wildlife encounters in one of the most spectacular parts of the Great Barrier Reef. Catch last week's video here: https://youtu.be/390OJc3-My0?si=9HPswsqIIfyM38OX 0:00 - Intro 0:16 - Narrow Channel 1:34 - On Mooring 2:10 - Diving the Channel 3:40 - TIGER SHARK 4:09 - DOLPHINS 4:48 - Diving & Spearfishing Outer Reef 7:23 - Sail to Heron Island 8:46 - Heron Island Sunset 10:12 - Tour of Research Station 11:14 - Snorkel with Manta Ray 11:47 - Sailing from Mooring 12:49 - Sailing to North West Island 14:36 - We’re Moving 16:18 - Next Week! If you're into off-grid cruising, or dream of exploring the Great Barrier Reef by sailboat, this one’s for you. #sailing #sailingvlog #livingoffgrid vlog #yacht #sailingaustralia #sailboat #offgrid

From boat recovery and minor repairs, to kitesurfing sessions, a major resupply run, and catching up with an old friend - this week has a bit of everything! 📍 Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@sailingami 🐠 Support: (10% goes to marine conservation): https://www.patreon.com/c/SailingAmi 📸 Instagram: @_kayleighbrown 🎶 Music licensed via Uppbeat (paid plan): https://www.uppbeat.io 💬 Got a question or just want to say hi? Drop a comment below - we’d love to hear from you! Intro: 0:00 Resupply: 0:17 Repairs: 1:31 Leaving Port: 2:22 Broken Shackle: 3:06 Beam Reach: 4:16 Marlin Fishing: 4:50 Approach to Musgrave: 6:25 Kitesurfing in the Lagoon: 7:55 Boat Recovery: 10:17 Sail to Fitzroy Lagoon: 11:58 Hitchhiker: 13:41 Approach to Fitzroy: 14:10 NEXT WEEK: 14:37 Before heading back offshore, we stop in at Gladstone – one of Queensland’s busiest industrial ports – for some boat maintenance and a full resupply. With our (almost) 40-year-old sailboat patched up and fuelled, we set sail once again for the reef.. Join us for another week of sailing the Great Barrier Reef and living off-grid aboard our sailboat. #Sailing #SailingOffgrid #sailingvlog #BoatLife #CruisingLife #BluewaterSailing #OffGridLiving #SailingAustralia #GreatBarrierReef #ReefSailing #SailingLifestyle #ExploreByBoat #TropicalSailing #EcoAdventure #TravelVlog

A cinematic recap of our first month living aboard. No commentary, just raw moments and the natural beauty of sailing and living off-grid in Australia. Last weeks video: https://youtu.be/rUqyLGwX7vs?si=budZO9zZIo_DEazF It’s now been 6 weeks since we moved onto the boat, and honestly, we have zero regrets. From peaceful sunrises to remote islands, this is a cinematic look at what life on the water has looked like so far - all shot in 4K! What to expect: ⚓ Living off-grid 🌅 Scenic views ⛈️ Surprise thunderstorms 🐦 Wildlife appearances 👋 Sailing with friends Thanks for following along as we figure out this whole boat life thing - more regular videos coming soon! #BoatLife #LiveAboard #MinimalistLiving #LifeOnTheWater #CinematicVlog #4KVideo #TinyLiving #OffGridLife #SailingLifestyle #LiveAboardLife