24 hours later than planned we set off from Port Mor headed for Arisaig. On the way we had major excitement as a small pod of Minke
whales was spotted, much larger than the dolphins and porpoises we had seen
previously. A conspicuous white mark on the rocks aids the identification of
the entrance to Arisaig, and perches mark the channel between a plethora of
rocky islands, some with white sand beaches.
The rocky approach to
Arisaig.
Eider ducks on the
rocks.
We stayed two nights on a mooring, catching up on chores and
provisioning the boat. Whilst in Arisaig we walked along the shore and up the
hill to the station, which both afforded great views of the village and Loch nan Ceall. We also had a trip around the Loch in the dinghy to see the
local seal population.
Arisaig Village.
Loch nan Ceall, with
the entrance channel in the distance.
The Sgurr of Eigg
viewed from Arisaig
Seals resting in Loch
nan Ceall
‘NJ’ on her mooring
with the Mallaig steam engine passing on the hillside behind.
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