Port Antonio : Profile

Location

This port lies on Jamaica's north east coast. It comprises of East harbour and West Harbour with a narrow, well-marked channel between the two. The marina and cruise ship terminal are in the West harbour.

Position 18° 10.5'N,76° 27.1'W.

Clearance

Port Antonio is an official Port of Entry. Customs, Immigration and Quarantine clear yachts in and out the Erroll Flynn marina.

On approach, call the marina on VHF channel 16 and they will advise on where to berth and make arrangements with the Authorities for clearance.

There are no fees or charges when arriving or departing Jamaica as long as you do so during regular office hours (8 am to 5pm weekdays).

Last updated may 2010.

Errol Flynn Marina and Shipyard
Port Antonio, PO Box 188, Portland, Jamaica
Tel:876- 993-3209; 876-715-6044 - Cell 876-832-4765 , Fax:876-714-6033 - Skype Westin8 , VHF Channel 16, 68
info@errolflynnmarina.com
18°10’8” North, 76° 27’ 2” West. Port of entry with 24 hour customs and immigration services. Deep water entrance channel, Stern-to (European) dockage. All facilities, fuel, WiFi and internet, laundry, pump-out, bar and pool. Dinghy dock, 24hr security. Boatyard with 100 ton travel lift. Rigging shop. A range of repairs possible.

Port Authority
Tel:876 922-0290, Fax:876 924-9437
paj@portjam.com

Docking

The marina at Port Antonio (now called Errol Flynn Marina) has the best facilities and the staff are very helpful. A few moorings buoys available for USD10 per day which includes use of the facilities.

It is also possible to anchor in East Harbour, free of charge.

The entire shoreline at West Harbour lies inside a gated, fenced perimeter. Along the length of the waterfront runs a boardwalk and park with a very popular ice cream shop at the far end. The area is accessed through a security gate. It is a very lively place, popular with the locals and visitors, especially on the weekends.

Last updated May 2010.

Errol Flynn Marina and Shipyard [see above]

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