The Great Sandy Strait
So why have we made the choice of tackling the "inside"? We were encouraged by fellow B57 owners aboard Gnak Gnak. They remained further north but would be following this route a month later. This along with Bill Neil, who joined us in Roslyn Bay, had travelled this last year.
Awakening to a lake like water way was a great way to start our day. As we prepared The Count a large ketch (Crusoe) anchored near by upped anchor and appeared to be heading down the Strait so we quickly followed. Why? The Count needs just under 3 metres of water to navigate the waterway so it's nice to follow someone to "test" the water.
The Straits will actually dry in some places so meeting the tide is VERY important to us. Our plan is to arrive at the first shallow point of Sheridan Flats about an hour from high tide.
The interesting things about the tides through the Straits is that at the Northern end there are 3 metre tides but at the Southern end only 1 metre tides so you need to plan well.
Was it worth it? You bet ya! A passage that must not be missed by travellers ... and even better is the wonderful anchorage of Pelican Bay at the Southern end. The water really is THAT clear!
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