March 10, 2013
The winds had died down, and we were ready to try one of the anchorages on the northeast side of Whangaroa Harbor. We headed to Pekapeka Bay, amid the high cliff walls in the fjord-like area of the harbor. The mountains here look big, but it’s when you see a boat motoring past them that it’s apparent how massive they are.
There are two bights in this large bay, Waitepipi Bay and Rere Bay. We decided to head for Rere, at the base of the steepest mountains. We were treated to a blast of wind as we motored towards the anchorage, an effect that can happen in areas like this. The effect didn’t last long, and soon we were back in calm water. –Cyndi.
