Full Description & Details
Bas-du-Fort Marina sits in the Caribbean Sea at Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, sheltered from easterly winds and waves. It is accessed through a lighthouse-marked channel 100 meters wide and 10 meters deep. The marina offers 1,200 berths, including 1,150 on pontoons and 50 on buoys, for yachts up to 50 meters in length and 4.5 meters in draft.
Three additional berths accommodate yachts over 50 meters, with one berth for vessels up to 130 meters. Tides within the marina are small, less than 0.5 meters. The facility is close to the town center, the international airport, and local beaches, with the volcano La Soufriere and the Chutes du Carbet waterfalls in the nearby national park.
How to get there
Approach Bas-du-Fort Marina through the marked channel, which is 100 meters wide and 10 meters deep, with a lighthouse at its entrance. The channel is accessible day and night. The marina monitors VHF channel 9.
Once inside, follow the marina's instructions for berthing, as the facility accommodates vessels up to 50 meters on standard berths and larger yachts on dedicated berths. The marina is well protected from easterly winds and waves, and the small tide of less than 0.5 meters simplifies docking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for berths at Bas-du-Fort Marina?
Standard berths accommodate yachts up to 50 meters in length and 4.5 meters in draft. There are also three berths for yachts over 50 meters, including one for vessels up to 130 meters.
What VHF channel does Bas-du-Fort Marina monitor?
Bas-du-Fort Marina monitors VHF channel 9.
Does Bas-du-Fort Marina offer laundry facilities?
Yes, the marina has washing machines and dryers in the washroom, with tokens available at the front desk.
Is there Wi-Fi available at Bas-du-Fort Marina?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available with the network name 'Marina BasduFort', and a code is requested at the office.
What emergency assistance is available at Bas-du-Fort Marina?
The marina provides 24-hour emergency assistance by phone at (+59) 06 90 35 19 19, and a defibrillator is located at the reception desk in the port office.
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