Arrived at Jackson Bay after 82km of paddling. A 25 knot wind meant much of the paddle was an exciting surf. Jackson Bay has a road and houses and we were able to take our first shower in 16 days! The chip shop was shut so had to “make do” with cooked venison from a couple at Kaipo :)
[alex on behalf of jc]
In hut at Kaipo Bay. Very calm day so bypassed Milford Sound. Hope to meet Paul Caffyn at Jackson Bay to re-supply. Fishermen gave us crayfish for tea! There’s a couple in the hut with us, and a tiny plane nearby.
[alex on behalf of jc]
Reached Catseye Bay. Very strong South Easterly wind, white sheets of spray blasting at us as we crossed the various sounds. Landed 9am and waited for the wind to ease. Paddled later, but still strong at 2pm. Had to be careful landing.
[alex on behalf of jc]
On the move again. Reached Looking Glass Bay after 43km paddle. Offshore wind picked up to 40 knots. Fine near to the coast, but nasty crossing Caswell Sound – quite a struggle. In a pretty bay, with the sun shining.
[alex on behalf of jc]