Day 3 - Cla Olla to Cla Morning

The morning was spent with 5 of us clambering up a muddy bluff for a view out over the Beagle and across to the back of the glacier. Springy surface again - Brett and I had chosen to walk in gumboots which was fine until I was coming back and Craig and I stopped to wash our boots in a clear wet space – the first place was solid but the second spot was not – gumboots get wet when the water is up around mid thigh – Craig was no help as we were both laughing too hard. I’d sat in the swamp by this stage. (Gumboots take ages to dry even on Spirit’s heaters.)
The views were spectacular despite the drizzle – one of only a few damp days.

The change in yacht position was a relatively short distance but again visually stunning with more glaciers and views. We had the added bonus of being accompanied by Black Chilean Dolphins. They spent some time with us and enjoyed riding the bow wave and generally swimming around and under the yacht.
After securing the yacht moorings all the kayaks were launched to take in a tour of the little harbour – a short paddle and settle in the warmth and dry for an evening meal and a few wines.

The day dawned dull and as the next scheduled place was spectacular in sunshine a decision was made to spend an extra day where we were. A short zodie trip to the far side of a little waterfall was the start point of a climb to lookout over the Beagle. The Beagle lived up to its reputation for currents and wind affected water. Looking down the conflicting currents were easily discernable. Spirit was clearly visible for most of the hike in the sheltered bay and the rainbow that appeared highlighted the panorama. The glaciers in the distance were highlighted at various times as the light came and went. The majestic views coupled with the flora and bogs made it a very pleasant damp weather trip. Back on board Spirit a number of keen fisherpersons had an attempt at fishing – I think the record was about an 8” fish – good for bait but not much else. Shelene an Ross took the kayaks and went further into the fiord.