Capo d'Orlando
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Capo d’Orlando, Sicily, Italy
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The harbour of Capo d’Orlando lies 10 miles NE of Sant’ Agata, 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.
Charts
- British Admiralty 1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
- Italian chart 916
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local Weather
The prevailing wind on the north coast of Sicily during the summer is a NW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and send a heavy swell down onto the north coast. In winter, the gregale is a strong NE wind that can affect the whole of the island and blow for several days.
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).
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.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
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.
Offshore Islands and Groups
List Islands
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- None
Anchorages
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
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.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Nearest shops half hour’s walk away in village.
Eateries
- Restaurants within walking distance to W but nothing at port.
Internet/WiFi
No.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins on the mole.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
- Small ferries to Aeolian Islands.
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
Publications, Guides, etc.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 13:52, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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