Sailing SV Delos · video

What this video covers

The crew of SV Delos anchors at the uninhabited atoll of Tahanea in the Tuamotu Islands of French Polynesia.0:27 The remote location features clear water, hard coral, and abundant marine life, including sharks and parrotfish.5:37 Daily life at the atoll involves foraging for coconuts, collecting shells, and performing routine maintenance tasks, such as trimming hair on the beach using battery-powered clippers.14:14 The crew also prepares a barbecue dinner on the shore using ribs and wood gathered from the island.18:03 During the stay, the crew repairs a rusted beach chair by replacing mild steel components with stainless steel hardware.19:41 The visit concludes with a night time-lapse of the stars.21:29

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