The only real anchorage is off the village in about 10 meters, but allow plenty of scope and swinging room. Take care as this anchorage is reported to be littered with debris (nets, ropes and small logs). The dinghy can be left at the wooden steps in the stone wall or at the floating dinghy pontoon at Harbour Resort Domburg. The fee of 8 euros a day covers unlimited use of the dinghy dock, toilets and showers, WiFi and use of the resort facilities.
The jetty is only for the use of ferries and official boats.
Located in the center of Domburg, offers visiting yachts 8 moorings (10 euros per day) with a dinghy dock, a restaurant, 1 washing machine, shower block, WiFi, small swimming pool, plus a number of other services. The marina can assist with the initial clearance process, but travel into Paramaribo is still required to complete clearance.
Within 300m of the dinghy dock, there are three supermarkets, a doctor, a bank with ATM, a fuel station, hairdresser, engine repair, police station and several churches.
The whole harbor area is a protected area and has good security.
It should be noted that there are no repair facilities or services here and no diesel or water delivery.
Five nautical miles up-river from Domburg is the small marina, part of the Waterland resort. This was the first official marina in Suriname and is very friendly to transient yachts. It has floating pontoons and can accommodate 10-15 yachts (up to 70 feet and draft 4m). The marina offers electricity, running water, shower and toilet, laundry, 24-hour security 365 days a year, bar and restaurant, bicycle rental, taxi’s, bilingual staff, and tourist information. The marina is part of a small private resort with 7 bungalows, a pavilion / restaurant and beach. The marina is in a fairly isolated area, however, it is very easy to rent a car close to the resort or appoint a local driver to run you around.
The marina provides a clearance service, negating the requirement to travel into Paramaribo.
Some new shops have also opened near the resort including a supermarket (2.5km away). A possible option for hurricane season. Booking in advance recommended.
Last updated: November 2024
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