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Sailing from Tahiti to Moorea | Episode 181
7 December 2022 · 25 min · 42K views · French Polynesia
What this video covers
Erica and Warren sail their boat from Tahiti to Moorea, French Polynesia, using an asymmetrical spinnaker to maintain a speed of three knots in light winds.6:07 Upon arrival, they anchor in a shallow, sandy bay and spend several days snorkeling with rays and sharks and driving to the Belvedere Lookout to view the island's peaks.10:27 The crew hosts a guest, Jacques, before preparing for a temporary separation.2:43 Erica plans to remain at anchor near Tahiti while Warren travels to Los Angeles to secure a long-stay visa for French Polynesia, a requirement for extending their stay in the archipelago beyond the initial three-month period.21:38 The couple confirms the anchor is set securely in the sand before Warren departs, leaving Erica to manage the boat independently during his absence.24:03
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