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==Charts==
==Charts==
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''See [[Sardinia#Charts|Sardinia]]''
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''See [[Sardinia#Charts|Sardinia]]''.
==Radio Nets==
==Radio Nets==
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''See [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
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''See [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
==Local Weather==
==Local Weather==
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''See [[Italy#Climate & Weather|Italy - weather]]''
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''See [[Italy#Climate & Weather|Italy - weather]]''.
==Approach and Navigation==
==Approach and Navigation==
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The harbour is clearly identifiable from some distance in the approach from N by the rocky promontory on which it sits.  In the approach from S the small airport at Tortoli immediately before the promontory is conspicuous.  The harbour is on the N side of the promontory and is entered along the line of the longer, E breakwater to avoid the shallower water towards the beach.   Depths in the entrance are 11.0 metres and up to 9.0 metres on the pontoons.
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The harbour is clearly identifiable from some distance in the approach from N by the rocky promontory on which it sits.  In the approach from S the small airport at Tortoli immediately before the promontory is conspicuous.  The harbour is on the N side of the promontory and is entered along the line of the longer, E breakwater to avoid the shallower water towards the beach. Depths in the entrance are 11.0 metres and up to 9.0 metres on the pontoons.
==Berthing Options==
==Berthing Options==

Revision as of 10:26, 5 August 2013

Arbatax

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39°56.6′N, 09°42.08′E
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The harbour of Arbatax is situated on the E coast of the island of Sardinia, four miles S of Santa Maria Navarrese and 35 miles N of the harbour of Porto Corallo. Primarily a commercial and fishing port, a small marina, Marina di Arbatax, has been established on the S side of the harbour. The marina provides around 80 berths on a series of pontoons for yachts up to 30.0 metres and in depths of up to 9.0 metres.

The Marina di Arbatax from S - Click for larger view

Charts

See Sardinia.

Radio Nets

See World Cruiser's Nets.

Local Weather

See Italy - weather.

Approach and Navigation

The harbour is clearly identifiable from some distance in the approach from N by the rocky promontory on which it sits. In the approach from S the small airport at Tortoli immediately before the promontory is conspicuous. The harbour is on the N side of the promontory and is entered along the line of the longer, E breakwater to avoid the shallower water towards the beach. Depths in the entrance are 11.0 metres and up to 9.0 metres on the pontoons.

Berthing Options

There is only one berthing option, Marina di Arbatax, which occupies a series of pontoons at the S side of the harbour.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Marina di Arbatax offers around 80 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and maximum draft of 9.0 metres. Berths are stern or bows-to on a series of pontoons and associated quays. Water but no electricity at all berths. Toilets. Travel lift (200T) and fixed crane (30T). Most repairs possible. Call port authority on VHF channel 16 or 11.

Anchorages

In S winds, it is possible to anchor off the beach NW of the harbour entrance in 5.0 - 5.8 metres. The holding is good in sand. Exposed from N-SE

In N winds, there is a good anchorage in sand in Porto Frailis, a small bay on the S side of the peninsula, half a mile due S of the harbour. Exposed from SE-SW

Offshore Islands and Groups

  • Isola dell’Oliastra, two miles due N. This also has a fair weather anchorage in sand

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

  • Basic engine and electrical repairs.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel and water but no electricity in the harbour.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The settlement of Arbatax is not particularly well endowed with historic sights. Much of the harbour is occupied by a commercial shipyard which manufactures oil and gas drilling rigs. There is a good view from the lighthouse tower at the top of the town. The red rock formations around the coast are popular with tourists.

Grocery & Supply Stores

  • Supermarkets and other provisions in the town.

Eateries

  • Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

None.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Rental outlets in the town

Garbage Disposal

Bins near the harbour.

Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

  • Ferries to Civitavecchia on the mainland
  • Trains to Cagliari
  • Local airport at Tortoli (4 kms)

Routes/Passages To/From

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Links to relevant websites.

References & Publications

Also see Italy.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

Last Visited

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:



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