Roslyn Bay – Pearl Bay

After a delayed departure on Wed 2nd June from Roslyn Bay (where Ro had to install a new fuel pump), we set off on a 42 nm passage to Pearl Bay. Starting in glassy conditions with the wind increasing to no more than 10 knots throughout the day, we enjoyed hugging the picturesque coastline with the highlight being joined by a pod of beautiful dolphins. They played on the bow waves and stayed with us for 10 special minutes. We also spotted a tail flick from a whale in the distance.
Entering Pearl Bay was like entering the Fjords in Northern Europe, with pine tree covered islands and rocky coastline extending to the water line with great depths and protected anchorage.
Timing is everything. Not only did we strike amazing weather but this vast area is part of the Shoal Water Military Training Area and is often closed to the public. In fact, civilians are not permitted to venture beyond the shoreline at any time. In times of military exercise involving air, navy and army the exclusion zone extends some 6 nautical miles off the coast.
We spent two days in Pearl Bay exploring the beach and sea caves in the cliffs on the kayak.