Justine’s Blog

  • Day 13 – Nugget Point

    S46°26.43' E169°47.91'

    Arrived at Nugget Point after 8 hours and 59km paddling. Lots of fast surfing, conditions were quite rough. Looked for the breakwater at Nugget Point but couldn’t find it so landed on a pretty beach through small surf.

    [alex on behalf of jc]

  • Day 12 – Taieri Mouth

    S46°03.33' E170°11.74'

    Covered 48km on what was a hot and surprisingly calm day today. Launched through small surf, but had a sheltered landing in the mouth of the Taieri River.

    [alex on behalf of jc]

  • Day 11 – Otago Peninsula

    S45°52.5' E170°42.93'

    Partway down the Otago peninsula. Travelled 68km with a following wind. Sea was rough! Landed on a great beach with penguins and even an elephant seal.

    [alex on behalf of jc]

  • Day 10 – Day of rest

    Had a rest day today. Nice friend Ian visited and had a lovely tea at Fleurs Restaurant. Going back for staff tea tonight. Hoping to paddle tomorrow with renewed energy.