Detailed Overview of Kilifi Boatyard in Kenya
Welcome to Kilifi, Kenya – a perfect natural harbor and a hidden gem for the global sailing community. In this video, we take an exclusive tour of a major local boatyard that handles everything from routine maintenance to full-scale yacht rebuilds.
VIDEO FROM 2017.
Key highlights of this video:
– An introduction to Kilifi’s unique geography, located safely outside the cyclone belt.
– A tour of the boatyard facilities, including welding workshops, engine repair, and timber stores.
– Insights into major rebuild projects involving steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and wooden vessels.
– The technical side of yachting: mast servicing, rigging, and engine replacements.
– A look at the local sailing culture and the specialized craftsmen who keep these vessels sea-ready.
Whether you are a professional sailor, a yacht owner, or someone who loves maritime engineering, this deep dive into Kenya’s boat-building industry is for you.
Social Media & Contacts:
* Telegram (Captain German): https://t.me/Captain_German_bot
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sergey.german
* Instagram (Captain German): https://www.instagram.com/sergiy.german
* Instagram (Dina): https://www.instagram.com/dina_toporska
00:00 Introduction to Peter and Kilifi Boatyard
00:30 Why Kilifi is a perfect natural harbor
01:41 Current workload and major boat rebuilds
03:04 Materials and range of services
03:52 History of the business and impact of piracy
04:48 Tour of the restaurant and yard facilities
05:31 Wooden boat restoration and workshops
07:05 Custom aluminum and steel boat projects
09:13 Rebuilding a French lift keel boat
10:31 Mooring maintenance and rigging services
11:43 International visitors and boat storage
14:31 Safety, security, and travel in Kenya
16:41 Peter’s background and final thoughts
🔗 FOLLOW THE ADVENTURE:
You can find more videos in the thematical playlists:
Tech: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
Boats Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
Virtual Sailing School: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
Music Used in This Video:
Special thanks to Blagoday Music for creating the original soundtrack for our adventure!
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ua/artist/blagoday/1786885235
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlagodayMusic
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@UCqIsUv3nIF46X-W-P707d0g
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/blagoday
Collaboration: https://freelancehunt.com/freelancer/Blagoday.html
About the Channel:
Captain German’s circumnavigation channel is about yachting, life on a boat, and everything related to living on the water. We regularly post videos about sailing yachts, solo yachting, and the adventures of sailor Sergey German. You can also learn about DIY yacht repair, maintenance, and the mechanics of a sailing vessel.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@UCnFwi3w2FDFK7Vzag5Dn-3A
#Kenya #Kilifi #Yachting #Boatyard #SailingAfrica #BoatRepair #MarineEngineering #IndianOcean #YachtLife #SailingKenya #KilifiCreek #Maritime #BoatBuilding #africatravels
Welcome to Kilifi, Kenya – a perfect natural harbor and a hidden gem for the global sailing community. In this video, we take an exclusive tour of a major local boatyard that handles everything from routine maintenance to full-scale yacht rebuilds.
VIDEO FROM 2017.
Key highlights of this video:
- An introduction to Kilifi’s unique geography, located safely outside the cyclone belt.
- A tour of the boatyard facilities, including welding workshops, engine repair, and timber stores.
- Insights into major rebuild projects involving steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and wooden vessels.
- The technical side of yachting: mast servicing, rigging, and engine replacements.
- A look at the local sailing culture and the specialized craftsmen who keep these vessels sea-ready.
Whether you are a professional sailor, a yacht owner, or someone who loves maritime engineering, this deep dive into Kenya’s boat-building industry is for you.
Social Media & Contacts:
* Telegram (Captain German): https://t.me/Captain_German_bot
* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sergey.german
* Instagram (Captain German): https://www.instagram.com/sergiy.german
* Instagram (Dina): https://www.instagram.com/dina_toporska
00:00 Introduction to Peter and Kilifi Boatyard
00:30 Why Kilifi is a perfect natural harbor
01:41 Current workload and major boat rebuilds
03:04 Materials and range of services
03:52 History of the business and impact of piracy
04:48 Tour of the restaurant and yard facilities
05:31 Wooden boat restoration and workshops
07:05 Custom aluminum and steel boat projects
09:13 Rebuilding a French lift keel boat
10:31 Mooring maintenance and rigging services
11:43 International visitors and boat storage
14:31 Safety, security, and travel in Kenya
16:41 Peter’s background and final thoughts
🔗 FOLLOW THE ADVENTURE:
You can find more videos in the thematical playlists:
Tech: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyK8_nGTU5T6rBgmnaD29Nu
Pacific: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwCcElg4y66MbZUutd4-oyO
Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwFm8c9fM4p25EjNGXk1xqu
Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAy4NbkTUAoQ7-VQyO1HNN9L
Interview: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwnkRQQBAwHb5siCfIrEsuS
Life Style: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAySh7-UVF1R3JCXTj4o7PDp
Boats Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAwoPg7CBv-cZfj-k-QUiEGu
Marinas Review: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzD-Sze9mtftbA3ACZnm1bR
Offshore Sailing: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAyvkrf9dFeBG1ogF34lwfuC
Useful Information: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAygfTP1dE9W-ivYboaaoB__
Virtual Sailing School: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxGlpsmYzgAzl87woOoE3VcFvFFFtoiSA
Music Used in This Video:
Special thanks to Blagoday Music for creating the original soundtrack for our adventure!
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ua/artist/blagoday/1786885235
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlagodayMusic
YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@UCqIsUv3nIF46X-W-P707d0g
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/blagoday
Collaboration: https://freelancehunt.com/freelancer/Blagoday.html
About the Channel:
Captain German's circumnavigation channel is about yachting, life on a boat, and everything related to living on the water. We regularly post videos about sailing yachts, solo yachting, and the adventures of sailor Sergey German. You can also learn about DIY yacht repair, maintenance, and the mechanics of a sailing vessel.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@UCnFwi3w2FDFK7Vzag5Dn-3A
#Kenya #Kilifi #Yachting #Boatyard #SailingAfrica #BoatRepair #MarineEngineering #IndianOcean #YachtLife #SailingKenya #KilifiCreek #Maritime #BoatBuilding #africatravels
Detailed Overview of Kilifi Boatyard in Kenya Locations
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