Furna (Brava) : Profile

Location

A spectacular and beautiful island, west of Fogo. The small town of Nova Sintra is pretty and the really tiny harbour at Port de Furna is on the NE corner.

Clearance

There is a Harbourmaster here, but it is permitted to visit even after clearing out at Praia.

Docking

It is necessary to anchor and take a line ashore.

There is no available water, fuel or internet and only very limited dry or tinned provisions.

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