Sea Kayaking Cornwall 2013 - Porthgwarra - Porthcurno.

2nd best paddle of the trip? For me it definitely was, be interesting to hear, if Matt agrees. This is in my top 5 best paddles ever, the problem with that, is, that I know have about 10 paddles in my top 5!!! We launched at Porthgwarra, which is the first accessible cove as you turn the South coast, from Land's End. A real little gem of a place, but a very narrow access down a single track lane, and limited parking, but toilets, and a small café. We headed west from Porthgwarra, firstly to Gwennap Head, which, in reality, is the true Land's End. The Devon/Cornwall peninsula points South-West, and Gwennap Head is the most South-Westerly point, so, do the math, as they say, and have a word with yourself. Gwennap Head was at least as impressive as Land's End, perhaps even more so, one thing is for sure though, if you paddle the area, and conditions allow, then visiting both is the LAW, and you don't want to break that do you? We headed back the mile or so, to Porthgwarra, then continued East, passing Porthchapel beach, the Minack Theatre, then finally Porthcurno. What is there not to like about Porthcurno? Crystal, turquoise waters, golden sands, all set against weather sculptured granite architecture, draped in a green, fuzzy felt carpet in between rock outcrops. We landed at Green Bay, the next beach along, were I spoke to 'Michael Winner' in the video, who was a local Fisherman, who told me that he hadn't seen it so flat, for 3 or 4 yrs. That just sums up how utterly blessed we were with the whole 11 days of weather. We had lunch at Green Bay, then launched and paddle over to Treryn Dinas, the east end of the bay. The headland has the 65ton Logan Rock perched up there, that used to be able to be rocked, it was so balanced perfectly. At this point I noticed a large, dark coloured fish, about the size of an Otter, in the shallows, it was clearly stalking the resident shoal of Mullet. I managed to film the Mullet, but the mystery fish, evaded the Gopro. The whole experience was just total magic, and the journey back was sublime, with the paling early evening light grazing the granite cliffs at the perfect angle to show every contour, crack, nook, and cranny. We arrived at Porthgwarra, and decided to have another excursion to Gwennap Head, and we were rewarded with some of the most memorable views of the whole trip. This would've been the perfect end to what was our best ever kayak holiday, but we opted for one last day, doing Mullion to Lizard Point, and we weren't disappointed.

[@lindathomas5500]

The most interesting part for me, (apart from my beautiful Cornwall) is that rather interesting piece of granite under the water at 10:53, it looks worked! Left wondering if it’s a part of our Kernow history! Always love watching your videos of our Eden on earth! Sadly unlike the millions that visit our home every summer, you can tell you love our home as much as we do, you see her beautiful! Can’t tell you how often each summer we overhear visitors saying “it’s Ok, but there isn’t a lot to do!” It brakes our hearts and annoys us in equal measure! The are literally standing on the most beautiful place on earth, and rather than explore it, they rather just have a Brighton look-alike. So sad. 😩 Thank you for loving our Eden on earth as much as we do! Nadelik Lowen (Merry Christmas)

[@lindathomas5500]

You see her beauty not her beautiful lol..

[@deanandconner5194]

Absolutely paradise

[@prolite8892]

Great one Frank. Nice sat here in the wind and rain looking at the sunshine ha. roll on spring. Stewart

[@GBPaddling]

It won't be long now............ha ha. You have to laugh don't you? It's as miserable as sin, and it is actually dryer...........underwater, than above.

[@robinengland5799]

Amazing video, always look forward to the trips you guys take. Fantastic photography,thanks!

[@GBPaddling]

Thanks Robin, we're just titting about most of the time, got one more left from this outing - A trip to Lizard Point, another classic paddle to finish. I try to keep them short as possible, but there is SO much to see, on these trips, we were really spoiled, with the weather.

[@thejasongenova4327]

@12:24 Matt: gets camera out Seal: I haven't given you permission to film me. Preceded to threaten him with a dead fish if he doesn't stop.

[@mikedewsbury7329]

Well thanks a lot, that's our secret beaches out of the bag! How come on all the vids the sea is nice and placid? Another entertaining fillum Frank, even my missus enjoys them, any Autumn paddles in the editing suite?

[@GBPaddling]

Ha ha, there's no secrets now, with Google Earth. As for the weather, it's just pure pot luck. The forecast was good to start with, at Boscastle, and it just got better, and better, no-one can predict any of that. On the last day, at Penzance, it was 26c at 8am, it was like being abroad. I have one last video to upload, Mullion to Lizard Point, then that's it I'm afraid. I haven't been in my boat since that last trip - 18th July 2013.

[@wanderingsouluk6110]

Love your videos! My OH and I have been using sit on top but now looking for lessons to start Sea Kayaking, seen a few places offering courses, bit confusing with how many to have before we buy, how did you start off?

[@Keef495]

Another superb film Frank, any idea when you'll put up the last clip of this series? Don't keep us in suspense..!

[@GBPaddling]

Working on it NOW as we speak, that good enough? ha ha.

[@TheTonstar1]

Bloody lovely

[@GBPaddling]

Never mind me............what about the scenery? Ha ha.

[@starringchristopher]

nice film...!

[@jeffm1971]

Went for a swim at Porthgwarra last Tuesday, Bloody gorgeous place, This makes me want a Kayak though :-)

[@GBPaddling]

Both activities would be a winner, bit of snorkelling in the mix, and you have truly arrived.

[@davidbker]

Hey guys. I just brought a sea kayak. Wilderness systems tempest 170. Is this a good kayak. When are you planning on coming to Pembrokeshire again.

[@GBPaddling]

Hi David, yes indeed the Tempest is a good kayak, but remember, it's YOUR opinion of it that counts most. A good kayak is one that YOU yourself are happy with, it is personal choice, comfort and stability are most important, after all, you are going to spend long days sat in it hopefully. I visited Pembrokeshire at the end of September, hopefully I'll be back sometime next year, the big drawback at the moment being the short length of the days.

[@davidbker]

I got mine now. It's awesome. How much have you paid.