We found a hidden Paradise! | S02E19

After exploring much of Bahia de Ascension (Mexico) and the nearby remote fishing village of Punta Allen we get lost in an extensive mangrove maze that wound its way into a large lagoon. After finding our way back to Atticus we decide to move the boat to an isolated anchorage on the south east side of the bay. The anchorage turned out to be even more beautiful and remote than we had imagined, without a single soul for miles. Mangrove islands full of songbirds and the occasional surfacing of dolphins are the only noises we hear as we prepare our gear for a picturesque snorkeling expedition. This part of Ascension definitely deserves the label of a hidden paradise and we are so excited to have found it!
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[@seoverland316]

I just found your site and I just gotta say, you guys are the real deal! I went back and watched several videos about how you worked your butts off to get where you are today! Now I am about to start at the beginning of your story and watch every episode! You are the most genuine and authentic sailing duo on the web! Thank you for sharing your story!!

[@rundown48]

You're never disappointed when you sit down to watch an episode of Sailing Project Atticus... ... Cheers to you both !!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey David!! Aww! That's really awesome of you to say! Thanks for watching!! Cheers to you!

[@ProjectAtticus]

@wholly33 haha very true!

[@bobhidley9037]

Your little dialogue about cruising and the "adventure" aspect (as opposed to visiting the popular touristic sites) was well spoken.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Bob! Thanks so much! I fell for Jordan because he is so good at expressing himself! I agree :)

[@beachcomberz]

I love you guys. You're easily the reddest and sweatiest sailing duo on the webs.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Beachcomber! Awwwww! Thanks so much! Haha yep! Lots of sweat up in Atticus, haha!

[@tentimes4]

"a stream of glowing entrails" ... has to be the best visual comment of the week. I'm probably not the first to say this, but myself and a few others have made a bit of a drinking game out of your videos. Whenever either of you say, "bud", there's one less fermented beverage in the world. Looks great out there. You two keep me laughing. Thanks

[@ProjectAtticus]

HAHAHA!! That makes me SO happy! We're honored to be a part of such an epic drinking game, haha! -Desiree

[@jazztryppyn8445]

Been following Itchy Boots as she rides from Patagonia to Alaska. Covid-19's put her trip on hold, so I was lost for a while, then discovered your channel. A Big Thank You for taking us along with you on your travels. Keep Safe.

[@sthoward48]

What Jason Said,,,,,Keep up the "Good Work", Enjoying your travels,,,,,,,,,!!! Just Love your endings,,,When, SHE, goes into Water, First,,,,LOL,,,!!!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey SteveO How!! Thanks for watching! Haha yeah that ending was fun to film! We're already brainstorming for next season's ending- any ideas?!

[@Thomas_Speck]

Atticus Day! Yay, Popcorn ready, a Beer ... Love ya!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Thomas Speck you rock!

[@Thomas_Speck]

Hey, Thanks for responding, really nice! Its always a good Evening I can watch a new Episode with both of you! And I am pretty jealous - this Water is Amazing! All the Best, good Weather and fair Winds!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Sure thing! Thanks for watching! That water WAS crazy beautiful! The clouds actually take on a greenish tint as the color of the water reflects off of the surface-- wild!

[@polygamous1]

Guys we love your videos the most cause you give us the honest opinion of 2 real human beings, no pretense no BS buts n ifs just a real down to earth opinion on top you two understand respect n love each other, Really deserve each other more than any other couple we know, Please stay together n be happy for ever

[@pironiero]

That final scene was cute

[@fanisrc]

Thats life!!! A beautiful boat!! An amazing woman!! love!! And the sea is sooo big in our planet!!! Cheers guys,,,,!!love you!!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Daredevil! Thanks for watching! Yep, we were pretty lucky to experience such a cool place together! Can't wait to see the rest of this big planet :)

[@joeh470]

As a truck driver i may recommend some anti algae suppliment to your tank. Believe it or not some biodiesel allows for it to grow in your tank.

[@roachsrods4395]

I'm a diesel mechanic, I have seen some nasty tanks, the low quality fuels we have now grow that blue green algae like crazy.

[@CacheCanada]

When you were going in to the mangrove I was thinking, "boy I hope they remember how to get out". The spectacular. That is what we do with Cache Canada. We find geocaches, look up geocaching if you don't know what it is, we find geocaches that are wow. Not the most amazing but ones that will entertain you, tickle your funny bone, make you say, "Wow", mush like your little surprise places you find. That sea cow was amazing. And kicking back, perfect.

[@okayfine298]

I want to thank you for those opening video of the buddy standing on the deck very nice négligée

[@e.j.s.1357]

That gunk in your primer bulb is algae that grows in diesel fuel in warm climates. There are several products made that, added to your fuel, will prevent this. Any fuel dock in the tropics will know about this, and be able to obtain one of these products. Also, the use of a "Mr Funnel" fuel filtering funnel(get it from Amazon, also stocked by many of the chain auto parts stores) will help prevent the fuel you take aboard from contaminating your tank. You should have 2 fuel filters, and a Racor-style water separator between the tank and first fuel filter. The primer bulb really isn't necessary, but will help with priming the system, after changing filters, or running out of fuel. You would be stunned by the gunk that ends up in your tank. As you get farther out, fuel cleanliness becomes more important. Having an engine that won't start, or won't run on command can be a crisis.

[@streetscodeimani4602]

Every video makes me watch more.. You guys live in paradise away from pollution..

[@Dvseire]

Great episode, you really conveyed the simple chilled pleasure of, cruising off the beaten track on a budget, yet still having a wonderful time! Regards Dave

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Dave!!! Thank you so much! We're so glad you liked it! Can't wait to get to Ireland someday to explore your neck of the woods :)

[@meganote]

One of your best videos to date... great job guys! It really captured the essence of remote island cruising.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Meganote! Thank you so much for watching! So glad you enjoyed it :)

[@willysparrow9861]

sitting in my cubicle for days - thanks for taking me out with you two! Love your videos.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Willy Sparrow!! Aww! Thanks for coming along with us ;) Flights to Cancun are pretty cheap... :) Let us know if you make it out there any time!!

[@davisebbert4835]

Jordan @ 19:13 would be just like me, changing the subject... "Nice sunset though..." That bit was awesome. Day two of watching you both evolve into true cruisers. You keep me smiling.

[@rbriancall]

I just discovered your channel yesterday and spent the last two days binging all your vids. I'm a huge fan of sailing adventure channels and yours is one of the best!! The amount of work you did on your boat is amazing! The videos were REALLY information and the boat looks fantastic!! THANK YOU for that!! Keep up the awesome videos, have fun,and be safe. ~~~_/)~~~ :)

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Brian! Welcome to the channel! Thank you SO much for your sweet comment! It means a lot to us! We sure have come a long way, haha! There were sooooo many days in the boatyard when it felt like we'd never actually cast the lines. Are you a sailor as well? Thanks again for watching!!

[@rbriancall]

Yes I'm a sailor in Arizona.... weird I know haha! I currently sail an islander 28 on local lakes. As soon as my 12 year old daughter is grown I plan to upgrade to a slightly larger boat and head off cruising. Until then I'm just getting inspiration from great videos like yours :)

[@37vaqueros]

You both guys are the best

[@theislandpackrat]

That is paradise! Not a million people and a thousand buildings, Great to see people that like to get away from the rat race. That was a great video!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey theislandpackrat! Thanks for watching! Yeah, we really love being the only boat around- there's something liberating about it! And the reefs are always better when they're off the beaten path. We're excited to return to Cuba- 200 miles of isolation and untouched reefs! #drooling!!

[@rudranauth.persaud6248]

Bad to the bone! You guys are awesome!

[@thejedijohn]

What a beautiful place to stumble into.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey John! Yeah definitely! So crazy beautiful!

[@TonyAnschutz]

Nice! Love your perspective. Enjoyning what is before you and taking it all in. Manatee love? Yes! Biolume! Glowing Entrails! Yes! Gotta add this place to my bucket list. Damn. The more I cross them off the more get added! Hoooya!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Tony!! Haha yes glowing entrails everywhere :) Send us photos when you make it out there! Hows your boat coming along?

[@TonyAnschutz]

Good. Still have an August finish date but not going to hold my breath they keep on schedule. I just spend all the money I needed to for the Electronics and additions which I will install when she is done. So all the money is spent. Just need a boat to go play on! When you leaving Isla?

[@ProjectAtticus]

Haha! I know the feeling! We'll be sending you good luck sailing vibes :) Arrgh, well we're probably leaving within the next two weeks- Jordan just needs to edit 6ish episodes so that we can be ahead in Cuba b/c the internet isn't reliable there. Ya Mero :)

[@johnunruh7119]

Gotta love the western carribean. You two are doin it 'right

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey John! Thanks for watching! Yep! We've loved exploring the Yucatan! So unique and relatively uncrowded! Thanks for watching!

[@mustafachetin6177]

Hey Chaps, I traced you by chance and truly hooked on your adventures: I am really too old to contemplate your journeys but through you I feel I am as adventures as you. Long may it continue🧿

[@ProjectAtticus]

Welcome aboard!!

[@kewllkewl1764]

The fun part of the end of the rainbow is the surprise u find.That's how i feel. Recuerda...puntos de referencias.Tie handkerchief to tree.(;

[@gregcurrie982]

Great video again guys. You capture the life so well.

[@curacao11]

woot woot awesome video guys :-)

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Curacao11! Thanks for watching (as always!!) You're the best!

[@adamttreat123]

Wow. Great episode. Great snorkel shots. Paradise

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Adamttreat123! Thanks so much! Yeah, that water was crazy beautiful!!

[@SailingKittiwake]

Wow! Can’t believe you saw a dugong just like that! And was that a guitar shark under that rock? Amazing. We need to get ourselves over to your side of the pond some day! I think we have the same tiller pilot btw ☺️

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Elena and Ryan! It was so crazy! He snuck up on us and then just hung out with us for at least 30 minutes. We were in heaven!! And that was either a lemon or a nurse. Yeah- get over here, haha!

[@jamesc7432]

Looks like a great day to enjoy life

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey James C! Indeed! It was an awesome day!

[@StofStuiver]

Yes you did Jordan ;]

[@MikeSmith-py6sm]

Great video. Great insights. Loved the reef shots.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Mike! Thanks so much for watching! You're so right- the reef was crazy beautiful! We had a BLAST!

[@zebostoneleigh]

I carry a handheld Garmin GPS with me everywhere I travel internationally. Partly for the fun of hte trace to see where I've been. Also - as I learned on a trip on 2003: to be able to backtrack and figure out how to get home.

[@sv_SeaHawk]

Glad to see our favorite rule breakers having a great time!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Haha! Thanks Steve & Darla! Thanks for watching!!

[@stevensaxon8888]

@@ProjectAtticus what name brand of sunglasses do you all wear?

[@ProjectAtticus]

@@stevensaxon8888 we've switched it up trying to find a good pair. in this episode I think we were both wearing Costa del Mar but we've since switched to glass lenses and Costa's prescription glass lenses were too expensive so we've been switching it up to try to find a good pair. are now looking into hobie polarized - will let you know how we like them!

[@stevensaxon8888]

@@ProjectAtticus thanks for the reply. We love your sailing videos. Have fun and stay safe out there.

[@allancampbell8274]

Thank you love your show

[@gorkemgulan]

2:21 Bud brinking Bud beer. Corporate sponsorship time yeeeee

[@christiangodin5147]

Really amazing. Thx.

[@meohmy7086]

Yet another great video. Thanks;-)

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Meohmy! Love your username :) Thanks for watching!!

[@53glowe]

Lovely episode...underwater footage was exceptional. Your exploring and commentary is terrific, especially conveying your feelings and thoughts on what you discover. Hope that fuel gunk washed off your favourite shorts 😬 Look fwd to the next episode 👍

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey GazLowe! Thanks so much for this thoughtful comment! Really sweet! It's sometimes hard for us to figure out what will be boring/too much talking, but we're glad to hear you liked our insights in this video! Haha- yeah I think it came out of the shorts :)

[@marcomartinezlanzarin1572]

awesome!

[@chasemixon6327]

One day I want to be as cool as Jordan!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Chase Mixon, haha it's good to have easily achievable goals!😉😎 Thanks for watching bro.

[@jeffbazor5286]

Best episode to date : ) Love the camera work.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Jeff! Awww! Thanks so much!! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@jwrappuhn71]

Excellent vid ya'll.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Jwrappuhn71!! Thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sapaspace6208]

Amazing episode

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Sapa Space! :)))) Thanks so much for watching!!

[@sailingdijan9128]

Agree, absolutely an awesome place. Great video guys, enjoy the time! SV Dijan.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Sailing Dijan! Thanks for watching! Have you sailed there too?

[@sailingdijan9128]

Sailing Project Atticus haven't sailed but been there in another season... Sailing almost daily, tweaking boat till end Sept. Sailing 40 yrs.. The E35 second year Now, ready to head South..

[@ProjectAtticus]

Oh that's awesome! Hope to cross paths out there!!

[@richlawson640]

Nice work.

[@dylancummings398]

Lol judging by the smiles and laughs at the end of the episode i bet you both had a *wink* "Great" *wink* day

[@ProjectAtticus]

:)

[@almooalyalmooaly5703]

so cool

[@ProjectAtticus]

Thanks for watching and for saying hi!!

[@Jimmy.B]

Adventicus attiudicus. Sounds Latin huh?! Adventures in Atticus resulting in the Atticus attitude. Someday my friends...someday. :)Jim - SV Kampeska

[@navarredr]

Great video, guys! Me likey.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Haha Thanks Navarre!!

[@charlessmith7911]

Learning the Lines removed that bulb Cause their engine was surging and collapsing that bulb an8d cured their problem

[@finnfulbier4834]

Will you inform on Scotts health status? I sort of like the idea of fullfilling his dream as he can´t. You guys are pretty much also doing this all for him or better in his name.

[@Ray-wp4ji]

Love the video's only i cant get used to you calling each other bud😄

[@denisehummel6781]

Hi Jordan and Desiree. Given that you were dealing with the wind much of the time, what mic are you using to get such clear voice recording?

[@brice5542]

great stuff guys, keep it coming, Marble guy

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Brice! Thanks for watching!!

[@brice5542]

My Pleasure you guys great stuff, have fun, be safe, I am in Sarasota, close to the best Tacos in town, we meet there and it was a pleasure to meet you, and your mom and Dad. No need to reply I know you have lots of things to do. I watch many sailing videos and yours is top notch, I look forward to them. Cheers, Brice

[@ProjectAtticus]

Awww! Thanks Brice! Yep Jordan remembers meeting you, and I wish I could have! Thanks for dropping by Taco's to Go! I know my dad enjoys your visits!

[@brice5542]

My Pleasure u guys, if you ever need a quick message to your dad delivered just let me know. His collection plate for Atticus at work is never empty.., He is really proud of you guys, we always talk for some time about your adventure, he lights up. I know its close to a full time job, posting. editing, your doing really good, I follow a few sailing blogs, and your one of the first I want to see, when you have new ones. Keep up the good work, keep an eye in the sky, and have fun. Cheers. B

[@DonDOSS_]

Just curious- if you leave your boat overnight , will there be any theft .what are the safety precaution?

[@vibratorification]

Hot stuff😛😛

[@shaneparrish1165]

I am hooked for a couple of weeks now. I really like your videos, really inspiring to say the least. I was would like to know what sailing guide you were using. I wasn’t able to make out the title. Thanks,

[@homecaresolutions467]

Okay I give up keep saying bud lol it's growing on me 😂. I'm bringing your channel I love it.

[@ProjectAtticus]

😂😁

[@homecaresolutions467]

Binging lol

[@homecaresolutions467]

Where are you guys now?

[@newwaveecocharters]

Booze, bioluminescent night swims, and secluded anchorages....that’s how sailing babies are made.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hahaha! That's hilarious!!

[@Kingcactus20000]

Top video as always! Good to see you guys relaxing a bit more in this one. Do you find yourselves mellowing out more the more time you spend cruising?

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Kingcactus20000! Thank YOU!! Yes, absolutely! It took us a couple of days to get used to not working, haha, but once we did, man did we enjoy it!!

[@losmuertos12]

What a beautiful bay with a beautiful couple! ... bet the bioluminescent night swims are just.. unreal Yes heard the birds, and woah manatees! Also i forgot to write down the brand of those shirts you guys got that cover ears and all that? 1luv

[@jerrymullen9661]

Just think in 30 years to look back at the travels you have done and one day hopefully show your kids.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Jerry! Awww! Yeah it reminds me of that song that goes "one day baby we'll be old... think of all the stories that we could have told" have you heard it? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3qWqYqkrKimrqc

[@jerrymullen9661]

Sailing Project Atticus just listened to it. The stories you could have told? You two will tell the story😀 can’t wait for your next video. Be safe!!

[@TheCrazyFinn]

Nice burkini, dude! :P

[@robfraley4210]

And THAT is why. 7:42. That you just installed two pickups and Multiple backup filter systems...!!

[@EpicBikingAdventures]

Oh man, I wish I could get my wife to give the cruiser lifestyle a try.

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey EpicBiking! Have you given it a try? I'd suggest chartering a sailboat together first to let her fall in love with the lifestyle. You could even try chartering with vloggers like Trio Travels or Sail Libra. Both great options! Let us know how it goes! If she has any questions for me, tell her to shoot me a PM on facebook :) -Desiree

[@ProjectAtticus]

Here's our FB page: facebook.com/TheProjectAtticus/

[@patpatterson6214]

Have you ever considered having a "day tank"? sitting higher than the engine?

[@treasurecoastgypsy]

Could you guys describe in detail the name and publisher of that cruising guide you are using, Belize and?, you didnt really show it in detail, just rushed thru. It seems like there is a lot of privacy to be in birthday suits, avoid extra laundry!

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Cruising Gypsy! I just put a link in the description- great question. Here's the link: amzn.to/2Llvi12. Haha yep- no need for clothes when you have no neighbors ;)

[@philthefarrier9469]

Is there such a thing like a bottle washer to push through the fuel line?

[@erikguth4830]

I’m developing a cavity in my eye.

[@chrisphinney6430]

great video was that a shark thats scary

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey Chris! Yep! I think it was a nurse shark- they're usually just lie around and ignore us, haha!

[@LostLeftyLimb]

Why not just add a second cheap in line filter before the ball?

[@Brgnalf81]

Wait, did you say crocodiles?

[@michaelgallagher9836]

Sorry if you have answered this in the past...are you ever concerned with the boat being boarded when you leave it alone at anchorage? Are you worried about theft?

[@ProjectAtticus]

check out our video: is cruising dangerous 😁

[@michaelgallagher9836]

@@ProjectAtticus thanks...I have enjoyed living vicariously through you guys.

[@ProjectAtticus]

@@michaelgallagher9836 happy to hear it!! thanks for watching and hopping onboard with us!

[@ridemydirt2005]

Where did you get the cruising guide?

[@theprochrist]

...that's not really something you want in your fuel line...you'd better get that out:)

[@JayDKBGames]

What happens if you puncture little sh@# going through those cuts? Scary

[@God-Bless-Texas]

How to you secure your sailboat when you’re out exploring on Lil Shit.

[@MrRourk]

Do you have to have a vest if you have a hooka?

[@ProjectAtticus]

I don't think charter boats are equipped with hooka snorkeling in Bahia (though I did see this in Key West when we worked there as charter boat captain and mate) but they probably do at places like Playa Del Carmen. Good question! I'd be curious!

[@skipperike4058]

You don't need the bulb

[@2thelight]

Which country are you in?

[@ProjectAtticus]

Hey! We're in Mexico!

[@andrewutter2924]

Crocodiles or alligators?😂😂

[@tjgolen1983]

Salty.

[@ProjectAtticus]

gracias!

[@omerturk3943]

....

[@rickolesak7895]

Any bugs?

[@ProjectAtticus]

LOOOOTS of bugs, haha! As soon as we get 100 ft from shore the mosquitos descend upon us :)

[@mrdave22]

no disrespect but man that haircut! yuck. sorry

[@mrdave22]

love your vids, though :)

[@chiefcliff]

Second that on both