Life In the Tuamotus Isn't As Easy As It Looks

The Tuamotus are some of the most beautiful islands we've ever visited—but living this far from everything comes with challenges most people never see. In this episode, we explore life in the remote atolls of French Polynesia. From provisioning and planning an overnight passage, difficult anchorages, abandoned pearl farms, wildlife encounters, drift diving, and beach bonfires with friends, we're learning that paradise isn't always easy—but it is worth it. As we continue making our way through the Tuamotus toward Fakarava, we're discovering that what makes this place special isn't just the crystal-clear water or incredible marine life. It's the people, the community, and the shared experience of exploring one of the most remote cruising destinations on earth. ⚓ Thanks for following our journey aboard SV Big Lost. ⛵ FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES Website: https://www.sailingbiglost.com Instagram:   / sailingbiglost   Facebook:   / kellydmalone   TikTok:   / sailingbiglost   Patreon:   / biglost   ⚓ SUPPORT OUR JOURNEY Patreon:   / biglost   Amazon Storefront: https://www.sailingbiglost.com/gear-w... Support The Journey: https://www.sailingbiglost.com/suppor... 🎥 ABOUT US We are a family of four from Idaho who sold nearly everything to pursue a different way of life. Along with our two children, Finn and Maddie, we are sailing around the world aboard our Vision 444 ES catamaran, Big Lost. New videos every week. #Sailing #FrenchPolynesia #Tuamotus #SailingLife #FamilyTravel #CruisingLife #liveaboarddiving 00:00 Life in the Tuamotus 00:26 Exploring Raroia 01:27 Exploring Provisions 01:58 The Abandoned Pearl Farm 02:35 Beach Exploration 03:44 Leaving Raroia 05:22 Pacific Cruising Is Different 06:40 Arriving in Tahanea 07:52 Exploring Tahanea 08:11 We Found an Octopus 10:15 Snorkeling the Bommies 11:00 Rainbow Morning 11:03 Drift Diving Tahanea 12:31 Moving Across the Atoll 13:26 Beach Bonfire 16:15 Thanks for Watching