We´ve had a longer break from paddling than anticipated, due to the logistics of getting from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas (we needed to wait for a weekend as Marcelo and Moni were kindly driving us to the ferry), then we couldnt arrange a kit inspection until Monday. By the time we passed the inspection, it was too late to give us the written permission (zarpe) that we need before we can leave… but we have the precious piece of paper in our hands now and we are free to start paddling . At least we can start paddling if the wind drops enough that the Armada lift the ban on small craft leaving the port. The forecast is good for tomorrow morning so we are hopeful of being on the water by about 9.30pm and heading south down the coast.

We´ve had a fun few days with Kiko, Vero and their son Vincente including an amazing asado (a bbq like none Ive ever seen in the Uk with 2 whole chickens, and huge slabs of beef and pork being grilled above the flames). YUM! we´ve bought food for 3 weeks and hope to take our time to get back to Ushuaia. We may have to fight the urge to continue surfing waves if we get some good following seas on the long home stretch down the Beagle channel. Until we reach that we will be heading south and then east into the winds. I´m excited to get back on the water!

Sorry there is only 1 photo. I am having problems uploading any.