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From the Marquesas to the Tuamotus by Sailboat

23 de junio de 2023 · 36 min · 12K vistas · Fakarava

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A sailing crew transits from the Marquesas Islands to the Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia, covering approximately 432 nautical miles over four days.0:56 The passage concludes with an entry into the Garu Pass at Fakarava, the widest pass in the region at 1,600 meters, where the crew navigates through squalls and variable visibility.3:17 After exploring Fakarava, the vessel proceeds 134 nautical miles to the Rangiroa atoll.12:30 Entering the Tiputa Pass requires careful timing due to strong tidal currents that can reach 8 knots.15:37 The crew visits the Vin de Tahiti vineyard on a motu near Avatoru, which utilizes a unique coral-based terroir to produce wine from Carignan, Italia, and Muscat grapes.24:39 Snorkeling activities take place at the Aquarium site near the Tiputa Pass, known for its diverse marine life including blacktip and grey reef sharks.21:12 The journey includes local cultural experiences, such as weaving traditional coconut-leaf hats and preparing raw fish with lime and coconut milk.31:31

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