Jacaranda Journey

(internet photo)

Vaipo Waterfall, Nuku Hiva (internet photo)

Hatiheu, Nuku Hiva

Ash covered cruiser experiences a volcanic eruption

Disappearance of islands due to climate change and rising sea levels

European voyagers were keenly interested in the physical appearance of Paumotus as compared with other Polynesians, based upon the detailed notes that they took.

From Krusenstern voyage

The French carried out nuclear testing on 2 atolls, Moruroa and Fangataufa, in the Tuamotus for 30 years. They are still off-limits to any visitation.

The main economic activity along with fishing

Reef fish ready to be sent to Papeete market

Now, as historically, a staple food in the Tuamotus

(internet photo)

Widespread use of seashells for crafts and decoration

Chuck and Linda snorkeling in the Tuamotus

Linda's favorite fish (internet photo)

(internet photo)

Black tip reef sharks are everywhere but generally harmless (internet photo)

We did a lot of reefwalking to look for shells and scavenge

Reefwalking with Kira outside of Pakokota. She loved to catch fish in the shallows.

Visiting a bird islet (Motu Manu) with svAsolare

Delicate Sea Biscuits blown on to the beach

Abundance of shells, especially cowries