Sailing SV Delos · video

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The crew of SV Delos arrives in Tahiti, French Polynesia, to restock supplies and manage visa requirements after months of remote island cruising.0:28 Upon arrival, the vessel anchors in 30-knot winds with gusts reaching 41 knots.1:15 The crew monitors the anchor and snubber, noting that the boat’s weight and an oversized anchor provide stability despite significant wind chop and a two-mile fetch.2:12 The crew secures a long-stay visa for the United States citizen on board, leveraging the Swedish passport of his spouse to extend their stay beyond the standard 90-day limit.11:27 While in Tahiti, the crew rents a car to hike to mountain viewpoints and visit local waterfalls, including those near Point Venus.12:05 They conclude their stay by sailing toward Moorea, encountering humpback whales during the transit to celebrate their daughter’s fourth birthday.17:19

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