San Carlos – Vista Mar Marina - Restrictions

Apr 11, 2024

Description:

This port is a known hurricane hole. San Carlos is one of several small resort towns located about 40 km SW of Panama City in the Gulf of Panama. It is now a Port of Entry but with just an Immigration office. The remaining clearance has to be completed in Panama City.

Cruiser Highlights:

Full-service marina; a one hour drive to Panama City; supermarkets; restaurants; medical and vet clinics; hardware stores. Facilities for storing a boat for an extended visit inland or home. There is now an Immigration office here for entry/exit. Trailer lift for catamarans and yachts up to 95 tons.

Entrance Notes and Cautions:

Beware of entering or exiting Vista Mar Marina or sailing in the area at night. Quite often there are unlit fishing nets cast directly across the entrance.

Position:

08° 29.10'N, 79° 56.40'W (marina)

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Related to following destinations: Pacific (Panama), Panama, San Carlos - Vista Mar Marina
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