We arrived at Nongsa Point Marina yeaterday at about 1500H after a long day of motoring and motor sailing. We had an adverse current for the first half and consequently went quite slowly, again dodging ships and tugs and barges. There were also headwinds but fortunately quite light until we were 15 miles from Nongsa. The marina is spotless and kept in pristine condition, prices are American. There is internet, a swimming pool and airconditioning!
We will spend the weekend here and do the customs clear our from here and head for Malaysia on Monday morning.
For those cruisers coming up behind us, the fishing nets are a real problem, especially at night as are the tug and barge combos. The latter do not show up on AIS and it is sometimes difficult to predict their course and speed and their intentions. Best not to sail at night if you can help it. We know of at least two boats who suffered prop shaft and/or transmission damage due to nets.
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| the local bystanders watching the dance performance put on for the cruisers in Kumai, Borneo |
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| mother and baby Orangs |
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| These were the most extraordinary buildings. They were built to attract birds by blaring bird noises from loudspeakers at various times of the day. The purpose is to harvest the bird's nests for the Chinese and Koreans who enjoy bird's nest soup. Go figure. |
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| A baby turtle going back to the sea on the beach at the Kumai river estuary |
Here are some photos from Borneo. There are lots more to come
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