Fernando de Noronha : Profile

Location

This is an archipelago of 21 tropical islands and islets about 220 miles from the Brazilian coast. It is a World Heritage Site and a protected marine park. A very useful stop if coming accross the Atlantic.

Position 3°51’S, 32°25’W.

Clearance

This is now an official port of entry and yachts are expected to arrive with all the appropriate visas.

Once anchored go ashore to deal with clearance. Arriving yachts must clear with the port captain's office, Park Administration (I.B.A.M.A.) and Immigration. .

Last updated November 2009.

Docking

The best place to anchor is in Baia de Santo Antonio, just off the breakwater, which provides protection for the dinghy when landing. However, this anchorage is reported to be rolly. In the winter months (July) the seas here are generally calm.

Visiting yachts are also allowed to anchor along the shore between the harbour and the twin islands of Dois Irmaos. This is the only area in the National Park with no anchoring restrictions.

Both anchoring fees and Park fees are charged. Anchoring fees are charged from arrival (about US$85 per day for yachts over 10m in 2008). The National Park fee is not charged for the first day, but there is a fee per person, per day thereafter ($20 /day/person in 2008). If this is not paid, the crew is not allowed to land.

Get current information on the regulations from the Port Captain's office as there are strict controls on anchoring and dinghy landings.

Last updated November 2009.

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