San Juan - Docking
Anchorages in San Juan Bay
There is a designated anchorage, just West of the San Juan Bay Marina, in the San Antonio channel. However, large cruise ships dock on the South side of this channel and encroach into this area so there is not much room. In addition, there are also a number of resident boats on moorings. Holding in soft mud at 10 metres is only fair.
Dinghies can be left at the marina for a small daily fee.
Security:
Dinghy and outboard motors are popular targets for thieves throughout the Caribbean. Noonsite and the Caribbean Safety and Security Net (CSSN) continue to receive regular reports from vessels that have had their dinghy/outboard stolen. It is advisable to lift and lock your dinghy and outboard at all times. See the CSSN website for information on the latest security incidents.
Buses run frequently to town from the nearby bus stop. Buses also run to Plaza Las Americas, a huge shopping complex. There is a good small supermarket within walking distance of the marina.
Last updated: April 2024
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San Juan Puerto Rico Update for Noonsite Wapiti March 2015
Anchorage is available in the San Antonio channel between the marinas and the ship turning area. The area is quite limited. A wreck has been reported near the turning area at 18deg 27’57 N 66deg 05’64 W
Dinghies can be left at the marina for a fee of $5 per day.
Buses run frequently to town from the nearby bus stop. Buses also run to Plaza Las Americas, a huge shopping complex. West marine is nearby but in spite of its name has quite a limited selection.
There is a good Pueblo supermarket within walking distance of the marina.
Roger Morgan and Sue Lister
Wapiti March 2015