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Warren and Erica, cruising in Fakarava, French Polynesia, take delivery of a new Highfield dinghy after a six-month wait.2:13 The couple coordinates the shipment through Sintang Marine in Tahiti to replace their aging tender, which suffered from stress fractures and fuel system issues.2:38 After successfully launching the new dinghy, they prepare for the arrival of long-time friends Mike and Andrea, who join them for a two-week visit.14:15 The group focuses on provisioning in Fakarava, navigating crowded store conditions, and preparing for diving in the South Pass.8:48 The primary goal of the visit is to witness the annual marble grouper spawning event, which occurs during the full moon.22:49 Despite uncertainty regarding the timing of the spawning due to environmental variables, the crew conducts daily dives to observe the fish and local shark populations.23:24 They balance these activities with beach days and boat maintenance before incoming wind shifts the weather pattern.25:51

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