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French Polynesia, Tuamotu Archipelago, Raroia Atoll.
2. november 2024 · 6 min · 3K visninger · Raroia
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Dajana and Ivo anchor in the lagoon of Raroia atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago, where they observe remoras beneath the hull and blacktip reef sharks patrolling the shallows.3:29 The crew explores the shoreline, encountering land crabs and visiting the Twin Palms Yacht Club, a site marked by mementos left by visiting cruisers.3:40 They visit friends Gaston and Karine, whose local property features a private pontoon and an off-grid power system utilizing solar panels and battery storage.4:15 The region experiences frequent maramu, a powerful, cool southeasterly wind occurring during the austral winter between July and September.4:55 Forecasts predict a severe maramu with gusts reaching 40 knots, prompting the crew and other vessels to seek shelter behind a large motu.5:22 After spending two months in Raroia, including three weeks delayed by recurring high-wind events, the crew prepares to depart for Makemo.5:43
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