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Doudou and his partner hike the trail to the summit of Mont Aorai in Tahiti, starting from the base near the Port Autonome de Papeete. The ascent takes approximately three and a half hours, climbing from sea level to the first refuge at Farimato, located at an elevation of 1,400 meters.8:02 The path features narrow sections with steep drop-offs and dense vegetation, including large trees covered in epiphytes.6:33 Upon reaching the refuge, the pair notes the temperature drops to 12 degrees Celsius at night and fresh water is available.10:04 The route offers views of the caldera and the lagoon surrounding Moorea.6:20 The hike concludes at the refuge, where the pair rests before planning their descent.

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