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Anchoring Amidst Whales in Opunohu Bay FULL VIDEO UPLOADED

6 de noviembre de 2023 · 22 min · 3K vistas · Bay of Opunohu, Moorea

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The crew of a sailboat anchored in Opunohu Bay, Moorea, observes humpback whales and their calves resting in the bay during the calving season.2:06 While kayaking near the pass, the sailors encounter the whales at close range.0:39 The vessel remains in the area for over a week, utilizing the bay as a base for daily activities including cycling to local villages and foraging for tropical fruits like pacay.3:13 During a period of heavy rain, the crew collects rainwater for washing.12:02 The routine is interrupted when Doudou suffers a posterior shoulder dislocation while swimming, requiring emergency medical intervention at a local hospital.15:35 Following the injury, the boat relocates to Paopao Bay.15:39 The crew also visits a local resident named Pitoré, who demonstrates traditional wood carving techniques and explains the cultural significance of the mana, a sacred force represented by symbols of the lizard, fish, and bird.19:14

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