We were trapped in Santa Marta for much longer than we wished, and this was due to the extremely high winds just off the coast. These are seasonal Katabatic winds which lasted too long this year. Everyone was fed up with the conditions especially the yacht people.
Next stop was the dream island nation of San Blas. These islands are inhabited by the Kuna tribe of people who are starkly opposed to being integrated into the general Panamanian population.
We left Santa Marta on the 27th February at 09.00. Leaving in daylight in order to cross the Barranquilla River entrance with good visibility. This river drains the whole of Columbia so has a lot of debris which is dangerous for boats. Our course passed close to Cartagena and then on to San Blas. Needless to say the night sail was pretty scary with high waves and above average winds..
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| weather grip file showing high winds off Santa Marta |
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| Kwanza was strapped in well and truly.. |
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on the trip to San Blas we picked up a lot of flying fish during the night.
This is a sign that it was very rough sea. The fish get confused and don't know which way to fly. |
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| arriving in the calm San Blas islands |
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| some other yachts anchored of BBQ island in Hollandes Cays. |
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