By Paul Bryers, September 7, 2025

• Kayaking off Murray Island

One of the challenges of daily posting is the inability to include all photos from guides and guests.

This post is dedicated to the HX Kayak Experience, comprising photos from my own collection, as well as those from guides and guests.

Our lead guide, Juan, kept a tight team together, assisted by Andrew and Clarisa.

Following our safety briefing, we set out on the zodiacs, with the kayaks being launched behind us from the ship and tied to the zodiacs – a formation reminiscent of goslings following mother goose.

Getting into the kayaks from the zodiacs was easy despite a slightly choppy sea.

We then gathered for a group photo, showcasing a cohesive team.

Then we were off paddling, maintaining a safe distance from the shore as it was a bit choppy.

We gathered for individual shots with the ship in the background.

We then ventured a bit further to view the other side of the island.

Then it was back to the zodiacs and return to the mother ship for tea and scones with butter, jam, and clotted cream.

The experience was truly unforgettable.

Special thank you to my kayak partner, Jonas, for his excellent paddling and steering skills.