Moorea

The Aroa waiting for us as we arrived

Day 9-- Moorea










We went sailing on the Aroa with Tahiti Liberty.  This was a beautiful catamaran owned by husband and wife sailing team Anne and Alex. The Aroa is well kept Catamaran which they sailed over from Tahiti to spend the day with us.  They are living their dream in French Polynesia, and their joy at what they do shows in every little touch.

Found on the table of the main cabin!

The Aroa had plenty of room and a few extras that we had not seen on our previous catamaran.  Such as big pillows on the trampoline to lay on!!  Luxury!!

I could spend some serious time on this vessel.  They do all kinds of charters, so if you are ever interested in a week of sailing in French Polynesia, let me know!  I'd love to charter this Catamaran!  I believe it sleeps 6!  What a week that would be, but I digress...

We sailed for a couple of hours then stopped in a lagoon for snorkeling and water sports. Cathy & snorkeled while Andrea and Edward used the onboard kayaks and paddle board. Dre loved paddle boarding so much she wants to get one back in San Diego! Once again I found myself in a large 'aquarium' of sea life.

Alex directing Ann to the mooring

lunch plates - love the little touches

After the lagoon we were presented with a lovely multi course lunch. First the lunch started with an avocado and tomato salad and cucumber and sour cream salad. It was then followed the main course of ahi tuna, chicken for me (special nice effort from Anne, who did all the cooking,  since I doesn't eat fish), thin sliced potatoes and French bread. After we were stuffed from the main course Anne brought out the biggest slice of Brie we had ever since and some blue cheese, very creamy and delicious on the bread provided.  The meal was ended with super sweet and refreshing pineapple slices.



After lunch we went to snorkel with the Stingrays & Black-tipped Sharks. Alex had told us we should be able to stand, as the water was only chest deep.  We would not need our fins.  However once we got in the water was deeper than normal and the current very strong.  We had to use the rope from the dingy to keep from drifting too far.  Alex had food for the Rays and the were all around us.  Michael had three surrounding him at one point looking like he was wearing stingray shoulder-pads & cape!  It was fun but very tiring due to the strong current.  When we got back aboard the cat, we were pooped!  Dre & I when up front to relax on one of the giant pillows that was on the trampoline.  I think we snoozed for a bit because before we knew it, we were pulling in to port.

We ended our day on shore by shopping for inexpensive pearls sold by the locals at the dock where the ships tenders come.  We all got a little something.

Then it was back on the Pacific Princess for lemonade as we sailed away from Moorea as the sunset.  A picture perfect way to finish up the cruise.

Then it was time fore the unpleasant task of packing!

Mentioned in this blog:  Tahiti Liberty Cruise.  Ann & Alexandre De Vos

contact@tahiti-liberty-cruise.com

Michael, Susan, Ann & Rhonda 

Photos used in this blog by Cathy & Andrea.  Thanks ladies!  

Moorea Sunset picture by Dave



Next, we return to Papette, then head home.  Stick with me Friends. only one more post to go in our Tahitian Travels,
Until next time,
Travel Safe
Susan