Tahuata - General Info
Where is Tahuata?
Tahuata is the smallest of the inhabited Marquesas Islands. It is located 4 km to the south of the western end of Hiva Oa, across the Canal du Bordelais, called Ha‘ava in Marquesan. This is a pleasant island with some of the only white sand beaches in the Marquesas.
Entrance Notes and Cautions for Tahuata:
Cruisers report lots of sandy beaches here and if you don’t feel comfortable running your dinghy up on steep sandy beaches if there is a swell, it may be easier to anchor off beach and swim in. Vaitehu is one of the main villages on the western side, but it’s a small anchorage with a mediocre holding – cruisers are advised to use a stern anchor and beware of wind gusts.
Cruiser Highlights for Tahuata:
There are reported to be resident Manta Rays in Hanamoenoa Bay.
Position – anchorage:
09° 56.24’S, 139° 06.77’W
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