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Hanamoenoa Anchorage
✨ Hidden gem
Hanamoenoa is one of those anchorages you'll want to linger in longer than planned. The white sand bay sits in a well-sheltered spot on Tahuata, offering calm, clear blue water that makes it a favorite among cruisers working through the Marquesas. Keep an eye out early morning — reef mantas have a habit of cruising right alongside the anchored boats. If stronger winds are in the forecast, this is a solid place to sit them out.
Marinas and anchorages near Hanamoenoa Anchorage · times are dock to dock
Based on AIS data
quiet → busy
Popular Times
How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
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- Fullest around 22:00, emptiest around 09:00
- Half the boats arrive by 13:00
- 85% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~5h · max recorded 20 boats
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8 legs boats have actually been recorded sailing.
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