Solo In French Polynesia from lovely Tahiti to dramatic Moorea
18 August 2023 · 10 min · 424 views · Mo'orea
What this video covers
Jeanne Socrates departs Marina Taina in Tahiti for a passage to Moorea, French Polynesia, after a five-day delay.Watch She exits the well-marked pass south of the marina and navigates northwest toward Moorea, noting heavy ferry traffic between the islands.0:22 Upon reaching Moorea, she rounds Point Fahupo and the island's northeast coast, where depths reach 140 feet near the steep shoreline.2:18 She evaluates two primary anchorages, Cook's Bay and Opunohu Bay, noting that both feature fringing reefs popular for snorkeling.3:46 Due to high yacht density, she anchors in Opunohu Bay in deep water, limiting her ability to deploy sufficient chain.9:11 Overnight, heavy rain and strong winds force her to monitor her position closely.8:58 The following morning, she plans a 97-mile passage to Huahine, timing her departure to ensure a midday arrival.10:21
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