We Weren't Ready to Leave Yet | Life in the Marquesas
After returning to Taiohae Bay on Nuku Hiva, we thought we'd only be staying a few more days before continuing west toward the Tuamotus Islands.
The route was planned. The boat was nearly ready. All we needed was the right weather window.
What started as an unexpected delay quickly turned into one of our favorite weeks in the Marquesas. From preparing Big Lost for the next passage, to swimming with manta rays, reconnecting with friends, and experiencing local Marquesan culture, this extra time reminded us that not every delay is a setback.
Sometimes the best parts of the journey are the ones you never planned for.
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00:00 We Thought We'd Already Be Gone
00:21 WAITING
00:25 Returning to Taiohae Bay
01:44 Preparing Big Lost for the Tuamotus
03:27 Swimming with Manta Rays
06:06 Life in Taiohae Bay
07:31 A Marquesan Cultural Celebration
09:10 Planning Our Next Passage
10:40 Patreon & Thanks for Watching
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