E227 - Exploring Bawean Island | The Friendliest Welcome We've Ever Had

We leave Nusa Lembongan and sail along Bali's rugged northern coastline, passing hundreds of traditional sailing boats hauled up onto the black sand beaches. Their white hulls line the shoreline as far as the eye can see, creating a striking contrast against the dark volcanic sand. Out on the water, however, many of these beautiful vessels are under sail, their colourful sails brightening the horizon and adding a splash of colour to the dramatic coastline. Along the way, we're treated to some amazing wildlife encounters. A small pod of pilot whales makes an appearance, followed by a large group of playful dolphins that spend time surfing our bows and racing alongside No Regrets II. After a mid-passage refuelling stop, we arrive at the wonderfully welcoming town of Sangkapura on Bawean Island. From the moment we step ashore, we're greeted with warm hospitality, including the chance to sample a traditional local fish dish. The locals then take us to a nearby school, where students eagerly practice their English with us—much to our embarrassment, as their English is far better than our Indonesian! Not content to stay in town, we hire scooters and set off to explore the island, visiting a beautiful freshwater volcanic lake and taking in the laid-back charm of Bawean. We finish the day at a local doughnut shop, where our unexpected visit leaves the ladies behind the counter both delighted and slightly bemused. From dolphins and whales to warm smiles and island hospitality, this is a side of Indonesia few travellers ever get to experience. 🌴⚓🐬 Timestamps if you like to Jump Right In: 00:00 Intro 00:33 Leaving Lembongan 04:10 Pilot Whales and Dolphins 05:27 Refuelling from our bladders 10:49 Bawean 11:52 Scooter to the lake WHO ARE WE? Hey there! We’re Chris and Jo, an ordinary Aussie couple living our extraordinary dream aboard our Seawind 1260 since January 2019 and now we continue from 2024 aboard our new 1370! Our adventure began with an unforgettable journey down the east coast of Australia, followed by a sail to the stunning New Caledonia. In 2020, we continued our exploration further north, and by 2021 and 2022, we circumnavigated Australia, discovering breathtaking locations along the way. Having previously owned fishing and water-skiing boats, our passion for sailing deepened after crewing in South Australia, leading us to make the leap into full-time living at sea. We hope to inspire you, just as we were inspired by other YouTube channels, to chase your dreams and explore the wonders of this beautiful world. Join us on our journey, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more sailing adventures! #seawind1370 #seawindcats #sailing #sailingboat #sailingyacht #yacht #yachting #yachtinglifestyle #cruisinglife #boatlaunch