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The crew of the 45-ft sailboat Nahoa arrives in the Marquesas, French Polynesia, after a 26-day Pacific crossing.Watch They anchor at Hiva Oa, where they clear into the country at the local Gendarmerie.5:29 The process requires either a bond of approximately 1,700 USD or a refundable return plane ticket to prove financial means for departure.6:31 The crew notes that the anchorage at Hiva Oa is prone to rolling, and the number of visiting cruisers has increased significantly over the past eight years.7:48 They subsequently motor 40 miles upwind to Fatu Hiva, navigating through rain squalls and funneling winds near the mountains.12:30 During the transit, they catch a marlin, which they revive and release.14:55 The crew explores the islands by hiking, trading fishing hooks for local fruit, and engaging with residents.21:03 They emphasize the importance of proper footwear for varied terrain and wet conditions.13:45 The family plans to remain in the archipelago without a fixed schedule, prioritizing a slower pace of travel with their two young children.24:12

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