by KarukExplo | May 20, 2024 | Scotland 2024, Navigations 2023, Navigations 2024
It was at the end of the day that we arrived quietly under sail at the eastern end of Loch Melfort, dropping anchor in a very sticky muddy bottom (for the chain and the bridge too, by the way…). As soon as we arrive, Damien receives a call from one of his friends and...
by KarukExplo | May 14, 2024 | Scotland 2024, Navigations 2024
Sheltered in a loch on the west coast of Jura, we let the bad weather pass and took advantage of the stopover to hike on land, read and rest. The generally ocher vegetation at the end of winter is currently undergoing spring change and is gradually turning green. The...
by KarukExplo | May 10, 2024 | Scotland 2024, Navigations 2024
After disembarking near the Bruidladdich pier, we left to visit the village of Port Charlotte by taking the coastal path and thus enjoying the colors of the sunset on Loch Indaal, the view of the lighthouse overlooking the Rubh’ An Duin (a little Gaelic: Rubha:...
by KarukExplo | May 4, 2024 | Scotland 2024, Navigations 2024
After letting a serious gust of wind pass, we are heading towards Scotland. The forecast is good: NE wind 3 to 5, occasionally 6, with fine to slightly rough seas and good visibility despite rare rain. We leave Belfast Bay, leaving the town of White Head and its...
by KarukExplo | Mar 13, 2024 | Non classé
If you’ve ever dreamed of setting sail across the vast, open seas, exploring the rugged coastlines of Northern Europe, and immersing yourself in the untamed beauty of the polar regions, then the Karukinka sailing voyages are calling your name. Originating from...