Koumac : Profile

Clearance

Pandop Port in Koumac is now a full port of entry. Contact the marina 3 days before arriving and all the officials will then be on site. Yachts should report to the Port Captain (Capitaine de Port) on arrival.

The same period of notice is required on departure.

Docking

Situated in the far NW of the main island, it is an interesting area to visit.

Marina de Oabdio a Koumac
Koumac
Tel:42 56 78
pandop@mis.nc
Opening Hours: 0700-1800(May-Oct), 0500-2000(Nov-Apr)
Clearance arrangements. Position 20° 41.86S 164° 13.1 E. Protected by over-lapping breakwaters.

Marina de Pandop
Tel:(687) 47 34 34, VHF Channel 67
marinakoumac@lagoon.nc
Opening Hours: May to October:7am-6pm & November to April:5am-8pm.
The marina is about 3 km away from the town. Fuel, water and electricity are available. Cars, bicycles and motorcycles can be rented at the marina. Also a lift to the shops is offered if required.

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