Explore: Sebana Cove
General Info
Sebana Cove Marina is situated eight kms (five miles) up the Santi River, entrance opposite the eastern tip of Singapore Island. The initial approach from the Johor Strait should be carefully planned by skippers of deep draft vessels, as depths can drop to two meters in places.
Sebana Cove is a beautiful and remote location, and the marina and resort here are slowly being renovated (see Related User Comments).
There is no ATM or shop here and the local town, a taxi/shuttle away, only has limited provisions. If you have already provisioned the boat and are looking for somewhere to relax, it’s a good choice.
Position: 01° 24.02’N, 104° 06.43’E (river entrance)
Position: 01° 24.85’N, 104° 09.68’E (marina entrance)
Last updated: July 2019
Clearance
Reports of the marina no longer acting as a Port of Entry appear to be unfounded. Cruisers who cleared into Malaysia at Sebana Cove in June 2019 reported that the whole process was handled in 15 minutes upon arrival as there is now an Immigration building within the complex.
For full details on clearance into and out of Malaysia see Formalities.
Docking
- Photo from www.sebanacoveresort.com
There is a good, sheltered anchorage at the mouth of the Santi river and another close to the marina, but keep clear of the sandy bay dug into the bank of the river on the same side as the resort. Do not anchor in front of this as a small working ship comes there every day to load up.
Whilst isolated and lacking in facilities, this is a quiet and peaceful place but not the most convenient for repairs or provisions.
The surrounding resort and shoreside facilities have recently been improved and updated and is now a smart resort.
Last updated: June 2017
