Explore: Bandar Seri Bagawan
General Info
Description:
This city lies on the north bank of the Brunei River about 19 kilometres (12 miles) from the river entrance. It is the capital of Brunei and was once a commercial port.
Position:
04° 53’07″N, 114°56’37″E
Clearance
Yachts can clear here, although in practice none do so, as you would have to motor/sail past both Muara and the Serasa Ferry Terminals at both of which clearance can be done.
Docking
Anchoring:
It is no longer possible to take your yacht right up into Bandar Seri Begawan. The Marine Department does not permit yachts to anchor upstream of the Royal Brunei Yacht Club Kota Batu premises.
There is a protected anchorage in front of the yacht club, just up river from the Temburong Bridge (Vertical Clearance 25m). When anchoring at RBYC (Kota Batu) be sure to stay to the side, out of the central navigation channel.
Anchor fore and aft (to keep clear of the channel) just NE of the starboard lateral mark, close to the shore. The holding, in mud can be uncertain due to the 2kn current. This position is just 20-50 meters from the RBYC Club’s floating jetty where you can moor your dinghy. Use anchor lights at night.
You can hail a taxi to get ashore, although it’s advisable to leave someone on board at all times.
The RBYC has its main clubhouse at Muara (at 04°53.85’N, 114°59.26’S). Here there is a dinghy dock, showers, restaurant and WiFi.
Intrepid Marine has established a new anchorage and support service at Mangrove Paradise Resort on the Brunei River. This is just 10 minutes by tender from the RBYC (Kota Batu).
Last updated: June 2022
Related Businesses
Mangrove Paradise Resort
Address: Bandar Seri Bagawan, Brunei,
New (2018) anchorage and support service provided by Intrepid Marine. All tide, dinghy jetty, access to swimming pool/showers, restaurant and chalet accommodation over the water.... Read More
Yacht Clubs
Related Businesses
Royal Brunei Yacht Club
Address: Pantai Serasa Muara Batu, Brunei,
The club has two clubhouses; one at Muara (Serasa) and one further up the river at Bandar Seri Begawan. You will receive a warm welcome... Read More
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