Oban Marina and Kerrera.

After negotiating the exit of the anchorage at Puilladobhrain we motored in a North Easterly direction, past the entrance to Andoran, and into Kerrera Sound in glorious sunshine.

Kerrera Island from Kerrera Sound

Kerrera Sound with Oban in the distance.

As we approached Oban, we contacted the marina ( which is on Kerrera Island ) for a berth. After a little confusion with the marina staff, who were looking at a different boat, not us, we moored safely.

NJ moored in Oban Marina.

We had a beautiful walk from the marina around the North end of the island, getting great views of Oban, Northeast towards Loch Etive and Connel, and Northwest towards Mull and Lismore Island.

Looking Northwest to Mull.

Looking Northeast towards Loch Etive and Connel.

Looking Southeast over Kerrera Sound and Oban.

On our walk we encountered an asssortment of wildlife including Highland cattle, a Peacock, and some very hot looking four horned sheep.

Rather extraordinary four horned sheep trying to keep cool in the shade.

The Marina ran a small ferry to and from Oban, and we took advantage of this to buy provisions. It was quite a shock to be in a significant town again, with all the noise and traffic that implied. After a second night in the marina we filled up with diesel, and then motored the short distance to Dunstaffnage Marina to see if Sue's Dad's Twister was still in residence.