Full Description & Details
Luka Slano is a bay about 2000 meters deep and 1300 meters wide, rich in fish and shellfish. The maximum depth is at the entrance, around 43 meters. The bay is sheltered from all winds except the bura, which can be strongly felt.
You can anchor anywhere in the bay, with Banja bay often recommended, or moor along the quay in Slano village where water and electricity connections are available. The seabed consists of sand, rock, algae, and mud. The ACI Marina "Veljko Barbieri" Slano is located here, offering mooring lines, stern-to-dock berths, electricity, water, showers, restrooms, fuel, sewage facilities, WiFi, a boat ramp, recycling, bicycles, car rental, video surveillance, a night watchman, a laundromat, and ice for sale.
The town of Slano is about 220 meters from the anchorage, with a restaurant, snack bar, ATM, and grocery store nearby.
How to get there
Approach Luka Slano via the Kolocepski channel. The bay is about 2000 meters deep and 1300 meters wide, with the greatest depth at the entrance (43 meters). Large vessels can anchor southwest of Cape Gornji in depths around 50 meters.
The bura wind is strongly felt in the bay, so plan your approach accordingly. There is no specific VHF channel noted for the anchorage; the ACI Marina "Veljko Barbieri" Slano may have its own frequency, but it is not listed in the sources. The town of Slano is about 220 meters from the anchorage, with road access and nearby amenities.
The nearest airport is Dubrovnik Airport, approximately 30 kilometers away. Formal entry procedures are not detailed in the sources; check with local authorities or the marina office for any requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the anchoring depth at Luka Slano?
Anchoring depths range from 0 to over 10 meters, with the maximum depth at the bay entrance around 43 meters. Along the quay in Slano village, depths are 3-4 meters.
Is anchoring allowed at Luka Slano?
Yes, anchoring is allowed anywhere in the bay, with Banja bay often recommended as the best spot. Large vessels can anchor southwest of Cape Gornji in depths around 50 meters.
What facilities are available at the quay in Slano?
The quay in Slano village has water and electricity connections, with depths of 3-4 meters alongside. The nearby ACI Marina "Veljko Barbieri" Slano offers additional services including fuel, showers, restrooms, WiFi, and a boat ramp.
How sheltered is Luka Slano from wind?
The bay is sheltered from all winds except the bura, which is strongly felt in the bay. The seabed consists of sand, rock, algae, and mud.
Are there supplies and dining options near Luka Slano?
Yes, the town of Slano is about 220 meters from the anchorage, with a restaurant, snack bar, ATM, and grocery store nearby.
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