Capo d'Orlando
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Capo d’Orlando, Sicily, Italy
Capo d'Orlando
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The harbour of Capo d’Orlando lies 10 miles NE of Sant’ Agata in Sicily, immediately E of the eponymous cape. The harbour has silted badly in recent years, especially around the northern breakwater, and great care is needed on entry. Larger yachts are recommended to avoid it altogether. Depths are reported as little as 2.0 metres in the entrance. With any swell, the entrance would probably be dangerous. In strong NE winds, it is very uncomfortable.
Weather
Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
- The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
- Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari (Sardinia) and Augusta (Sicily)
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
- Italian
- 916
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Passages
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
The lighthouse on Capo d’Orlando one mile W of the harbour is conspicuous. Beware of shallow reefs and offshore rocks around the cape. For entry to Capo d’Orlando harbour, see warning above.
Berthing
The harbour is only suitable for smaller yachts (maximum 15.0 metres). Yachts berth on the outside of the pontoons to the W side of the harbour, where depths are around 3.0 - 3.5 metres at the outer end. There are spaces for up to ten yachts only. Anchor moor bows or stern-to the pontoon.
Local Italian Coast Guard (Guardia Costiera: +39 0941-912862) recommended to call +39 0941-955073 to secure a berth at the local pontoons (10 2013).
Note: The Italian Coast Guard refused permission to anchor in the port because of danger due to shallow depth (10 2013).
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Small crane. Repairs very limited.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station on the mole (however, depths probably too shallow for some yachts). Water and electricity on the pontoons.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Nearest shops half hour’s walk away in village.
Eaterie
Restaurants within walking distance to W but nothing at port.
Internet/WiFi
No.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins on the mole.
Transportation
Small ferries to Aeolian Islands.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Capo d'Orlando at the Wikipedia
- Orlando Pagine Azzurre - Capo d'
References & Publications
See Italy.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Capo d'Orlando and this page's details validated:
- Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 13:52, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
- Added information in Berthing Options & External Links --s/v Seatern 16:25, 11 September 2013 (BST)
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