Basse Terre : Profile

Clearance

Although there is a customs post at the big dock in the town, it is better to use the Customs office at the maina as they are used to dealing with yachts.

Customs
Basse Terre, (next to the Tourist Bureau)
Tel:0590 81 17 28

Customs
Marina Riviere Sens, (A small office next to the Post Office)
Tel:0590 81 85 33
Opening Hours: 0700 - 1200 (Mon-Fri)
Office is not always manned.

Docking

Basse Terre is the capital of Guadeloupe and is on the southern end of the island.

The marina is about a mile further south but the visitors' section is not in a good state of repair. It is possible to anchor just north of the entrance. The holding here is good, but take care to remain on the shallower bank as the water around it is very deep.

Marina Riviere Sens
Tel:(0) 590 81 77 61 , Fax:(0) 590 90 00 01, VHF Channel 16
The marina is about one mile south of the town. There is a visitor's dock, and fuel and water are available.

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