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'''Distance''' = 134 miles. | '''Distance''' = 134 miles. | ||
Line 48: | Line 34: | ||
Dispatch/Roman Rock ...... 33 deg 59' S; 25 deg 42' E | Dispatch/Roman Rock ...... 33 deg 59' S; 25 deg 42' E | ||
- | '''Note on Bird Islands''': Approx. 33 miles ENE of Port Elizabeth (chart SAN 1025, or | + | '''Note on Bird Islands''': Approx. 33 miles ENE of Port Elizabeth (chart SAN 1025, or BA2085) there are three recognised anchorages in the vicinity of these islands, but all would be considered unsafe in severe weather. Great care should be taken in the approach to this group, as there are many surrounding rocks. |
The best anchorage in the group, to offer shelter in SW winds, is in Stag Bay, to the east of the group. It is clearly marked on the chart. | The best anchorage in the group, to offer shelter in SW winds, is in Stag Bay, to the east of the group. It is clearly marked on the chart. | ||
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Off Port Elizabeth, the westerly current drops to a few knots. Closer inshore a counter current, mainly following the coastline is more pronounced, especially in the Algoa Bay area. | Off Port Elizabeth, the westerly current drops to a few knots. Closer inshore a counter current, mainly following the coastline is more pronounced, especially in the Algoa Bay area. | ||
- | Yachts on the southbound run, would normally keep in the current but when a fresh NE wind is blowing and the barometer is falling, the probability exists that a fresh to strong SW wind is on it's way and a move closer inshore would be prudent. (See separate section on [[ | + | Yachts on the southbound run, would normally keep in the current but when a fresh NE wind is blowing and the barometer is falling, the probability exists that a fresh to strong SW wind is on it's way and a move closer inshore would be prudent. (See separate section on [[Richards Bay to Cape Town#Navigation Notes|Abnormal Waves]]). ''From [http://www.cruisingconnections.co.za/books.htm Southern Africa Cruising Notes] by Tony Herrick''. |
- | == | + | ==Charts== |
- | + | ; SAN | |
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- | + | : 26 or SAN 58 or BA2085 | |
- | == | + | ==Weather== |
- | + | ''See [[Richards Bay to Cape Town|Weather Information]]''. | |
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- | * | + | Sources for Weather forecasts: |
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- | === | + | ====Weather Windows==== |
- | + | {{Green|Give the best time/s of year for this passage and expected weather conditions.}} | |
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+ | ==Navigation== | ||
+ | It is suggested that boats heading for Port Elizabeth keep to the seaward side of Bird Island and surrounding rocks, at least a 2 mile berth should be given. | ||
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+ | Note also the rocky foul ground, Ry Bank, 10 miles east of Cape Recife and Dispatch Rock 2 miles offshore between Cape Recife and Port Elizabeth. | ||
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+ | The positions of these three DANGERS are: | ||
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+ | Bird Island ...................... 33 deg 50' S; 26 deg 17' E<br> | ||
+ | Riy Bank ......................... 34 deg 00' S; 25 deg 52' E<br> | ||
+ | Dispatch/Roman Rock ...... 33 deg 59' S; 25 deg 42' E | ||
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
+ | * [[South_Africa#Radio Nets|South African Radio Nets]] HF and VHF | ||
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+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
- | {{ | + | ==Possible Departure Points== |
+ | * {{mark | lat = -33.0263 | lon= 27.92244 | type= harbour |name= [[East London]] | zoom= 14}} | ||
+ | ==Route/Suggested Stopovers== | ||
+ | # Starting from {{mark | lat = -33.0263 | lon= 27.92244 | type= harbour |name= [[East London]] | zoom= 14}} | ||
+ | # Finally you arrive at {{mark |33|57.19|S|25|38.62|E| type= harbour |name= [[Port Elizabeth]] | zoom= 14}} | ||
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+ | ==Possible Arrival Points== | ||
+ | * {{mark |33|57.19|S|25|38.62|E| type= harbour |name= [[Port Elizabeth]] | zoom= 14}} | ||
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+ | ==Distance & Duration== | ||
+ | Distance = 134 miles. | ||
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+ | ==Forums== | ||
+ | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | ||
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+ | ==Links== | ||
+ | *[http://www.cruisingconnections.co.za Cruising Connections] - Durban | ||
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+ | ==References== | ||
+ | * [http://www.cruisingconnections.co.za/books.htm Southern Africa Cruising Notes] by Tony Herrick | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:12, 10 July 2016
You should provide a map of the of the passage with the route clearly shown. The map should be preferably well annotated and with a scale in nM (nautical miles). Place the map to the right .
Description
Distance = 134 miles.
The coastline runs roughly SW in the North to almost westerly closer to Port Elizabeth.
In the northern area the beach is mostly sandy, backed by high ground, with rounded, grassy hills.
The coastline is rugged in areas with grassy plains intersected by ravines further south.
The shores of Algoa Bay, between Woody Cape and Cape Recife is flatter and generally sandy.
The city of Port Elizabeth lies at the western end of the bay. A number of rivers are open to the sea and, after rain, or when the rivers are in spate, a strong current carries topsoil some distance seaward.
It is suggested that boats heading for Port Elizabeth keep to the seaward side of Bird Island and surrounding rocks, at least a 2 mile berth should be given.
Note also the rocky foul ground, Ry Bank, 10 miles east of Cape Recife and Dispatch Rock 2 miles offshore between Cape Recife and Port Elizabeth.
The positions of these three DANGERS are:
Bird Island ...................... 33 deg 50' S; 26 deg 17' E
Riy Bank ......................... 34 deg 00' S; 25 deg 52' E
Dispatch/Roman Rock ...... 33 deg 59' S; 25 deg 42' E
Note on Bird Islands: Approx. 33 miles ENE of Port Elizabeth (chart SAN 1025, or BA2085) there are three recognised anchorages in the vicinity of these islands, but all would be considered unsafe in severe weather. Great care should be taken in the approach to this group, as there are many surrounding rocks.
The best anchorage in the group, to offer shelter in SW winds, is in Stag Bay, to the east of the group. It is clearly marked on the chart.
Note: Port Alfred is NOT a deepwater port and is considered an unsafe anchorage in almost any condition. However, there is a marina development in the river mouth, but the bar is shallow and the entrance is fringed with reefs. The bar can only be negotiated by shallow draft boats, and then only in ideal conditions. Latest information should be sought via VHF, before attempting to enter.
THE AGULHAS CURRENT (for this section)
As in previous sections, the greatest strength of the current is close to the edge of the continental (200m), which increases in distance offshore, from 13 miles south of East London, to between 12 and 25 miles in the south.
As the distance offshore increases, the current decreases somewhat.
Off Port Elizabeth, the westerly current drops to a few knots. Closer inshore a counter current, mainly following the coastline is more pronounced, especially in the Algoa Bay area.
Yachts on the southbound run, would normally keep in the current but when a fresh NE wind is blowing and the barometer is falling, the probability exists that a fresh to strong SW wind is on it's way and a move closer inshore would be prudent. (See separate section on Abnormal Waves). From Southern Africa Cruising Notes by Tony Herrick.
Charts
- SAN
- 127
- 26 or SAN 58 or BA2085
Weather
See Weather Information.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
Weather Windows
Give the best time/s of year for this passage and expected weather conditions.
It is suggested that boats heading for Port Elizabeth keep to the seaward side of Bird Island and surrounding rocks, at least a 2 mile berth should be given.
Note also the rocky foul ground, Ry Bank, 10 miles east of Cape Recife and Dispatch Rock 2 miles offshore between Cape Recife and Port Elizabeth.
The positions of these three DANGERS are:
Bird Island ...................... 33 deg 50' S; 26 deg 17' E
Riy Bank ......................... 34 deg 00' S; 25 deg 52' E
Dispatch/Roman Rock ...... 33 deg 59' S; 25 deg 42' E
Communication
- South African Radio Nets HF and VHF
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Possible Departure Points
- East London [[East London to Port Elizabeth#East London|East London]] 33°01.578'S, 027°55.346'E
Route/Suggested Stopovers
- Starting from East London [[East London to Port Elizabeth#East London|East London]] 33°01.578'S, 027°55.346'E
- Finally you arrive at Port Elizabeth [[East London to Port Elizabeth#Port Elizabeth|Port Elizabeth]] 33°57.19′S, 25°38.62′E
Possible Arrival Points
- Port Elizabeth [[East London to Port Elizabeth#Port Elizabeth|Port Elizabeth]] 33°57.19′S, 25°38.62′E
Distance & Duration
Distance = 134 miles.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Cruising Connections - Durban
References
- Southern Africa Cruising Notes by Tony Herrick
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