Monastir Marina
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| fax= +216 73 464 999 | | fax= +216 73 464 999 | ||
| email= [email protected] | | email= [email protected] | ||
| - | | web= http://www.marinamonastir.tn/ | + | | web= http://www.marinamonastir.tn/tarifs-port |
| name= | | name= | ||
| altname= Marina Cap Monastir | | altname= Marina Cap Monastir | ||
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| elect= Yes, 220v | | elect= Yes, 220v | ||
| water= On berth | | water= On berth | ||
| - | | fuel= Fuel dock | + | | fuel= Fuel dock (not recommended) |
| - | | toilets= | + | | toilets= Yes |
| - | | showers= | + | | showers= Yes |
| - | | laundry= | + | | laundry= Yes |
| - | | internet= | + | | internet= 4G |
| cabletv= No | | cabletv= No | ||
| image= Tunisia_MonastirMarina_m.jpg | | image= Tunisia_MonastirMarina_m.jpg | ||
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This is a port of entry and the authorities will meet your boat. If you are entering Tunisia you will be directed to first go side-to near the Customs. There will be many forms to fill-in but the officials are polite and reasonably friendly. | This is a port of entry and the authorities will meet your boat. If you are entering Tunisia you will be directed to first go side-to near the Customs. There will be many forms to fill-in but the officials are polite and reasonably friendly. | ||
| - | + | ==Communication== | |
| + | Try to contact the marina in VHF channels 11, 13, or 16. They may not respond but they will be waiting for you. Alternatively call them on +21673 462 305 or use email (they are quick to respond). | ||
| - | + | ==Navigation== | |
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| - | ==Navigation | + | |
{{Danger}}While the approach to Monastir is straightforward it is made dangerous my the numerous tuna nets which are not well marked. Under no circumstances approach at night and keep a sharp lookout. | {{Danger}}While the approach to Monastir is straightforward it is made dangerous my the numerous tuna nets which are not well marked. Under no circumstances approach at night and keep a sharp lookout. | ||
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You will be shown where to go. There are laid moorings and usually they give 2 to each yacht. | You will be shown where to go. There are laid moorings and usually they give 2 to each yacht. | ||
| - | == | + | ==Facilities== |
| - | There many stores, bars, restaurants, etc. in the complex. Specifically: | + | There are many stores, bars, restaurants, etc. in the complex. Specifically: |
* A ''supermarche'' (supermarket) | * A ''supermarche'' (supermarket) | ||
* A bank, ATM | * A bank, ATM | ||
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* The marina can arrange for a car rental | * The marina can arrange for a car rental | ||
| - | ==Repairs | + | ==Repairs== |
There is a a small yard associated with the marina. They have a 35 ton travel-lift for haul-outs and do most regular repairs. | There is a a small yard associated with the marina. They have a 35 ton travel-lift for haul-outs and do most regular repairs. | ||
: Contact : M. Mohamed MRAD | : Contact : M. Mohamed MRAD | ||
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==Security== | ==Security== | ||
| - | While there are guards patrolling the marina, it is open to the public. | + | While there are guards patrolling the marina, it is open to the public. It is very secure and Tunisians are very friendly. No extremist around. |
| - | == | + | ==Location== |
| - | The marina is a 5 | + | The marina is a 5 minutes walk from the town. For details on tourist attractions see [[Monastir#Tourism & things to do ashore|Monastir]].There are multiple banks, shops, car rentals and markets in town. |
| - | == | + | ==Transportation== |
* Car rentals | * Car rentals | ||
* ''Louages'' - these are mini-vans with a regular route like a bus, but unlike a bus have no fixed timetable. | * ''Louages'' - these are mini-vans with a regular route like a bus, but unlike a bus have no fixed timetable. | ||
| - | * Train | + | * Excellent Train to Sousse and Mahdia, and multiple beaches enroute. |
| - | * Habib | + | * Habib Bourguiba International airport nearby |
==Price== | ==Price== | ||
| - | [http://www.marinamonastir.tn/ang/Tarifs-port.php | + | [http://www.marinamonastir.tn/ang/Tarifs-port.php Price list at www.marinamonastir.tn if link does not work] |
{{Comments}} | {{Comments}} | ||
* We left our boat here unattended for about a week. Had no problems. --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] 17:13, 25 August 2008 (UTC) | * We left our boat here unattended for about a week. Had no problems. --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] 17:13, 25 August 2008 (UTC) | ||
| - | * | + | * Many French people have their boat here, some even stay here all year long. We came here to buy a new Genois for our boat. We felt very secure and never seen anything wrong. Most people are dressed in the occidental way. -- {{User:Stefvero}} June 2016 |
{{Verified by}} | {{Verified by}} | ||
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* May 2001 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] [[Image:Sailboat_favicon.png]] [http://www.sy-thetis.org/ Travels with S/Y Thetis] | * May 2001 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] [[Image:Sailboat_favicon.png]] [http://www.sy-thetis.org/ Travels with S/Y Thetis] | ||
* September 2013 --[[User:JeanF73|s/v Seatern]] 02:02, 4 October 2013 (BST) | * September 2013 --[[User:JeanF73|s/v Seatern]] 02:02, 4 October 2013 (BST) | ||
| - | * | + | * June 2016 {{User:Stefvero}} |
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Latest revision as of 15:55, 14 February 2022
| Port of Entry
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 Plan of the Monastir Marina | |
| Radio | VHF channel 11, 13, or 16 |
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| Phone | +216 73 462 305 |
| Fax | +216 73 464 999 |
| [email protected] | |
| Berths | 400 |
| Max. length | 45 m |
| Max. draft | 5 m |
| Fuel | Fuel dock (not recommended) |
| Water | On berth |
| Electricity | Yes, 220v |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Internet | 4G |
| Cable TV | No |
| Hours | ? |
| Address | Boulevard Hédi Nouira, B.P. 60- 5000 Monastir, Tunisia |
| More notes about the marina | |
The marina is part of a real estate complex and it is a hub of activity. They do not accept credit cards, only cash.
This is a port of entry and the authorities will meet your boat. If you are entering Tunisia you will be directed to first go side-to near the Customs. There will be many forms to fill-in but the officials are polite and reasonably friendly.
Communication
Try to contact the marina in VHF channels 11, 13, or 16. They may not respond but they will be waiting for you. Alternatively call them on +21673 462 305 or use email (they are quick to respond).
Danger: While the approach to Monastir is straightforward it is made dangerous my the numerous tuna nets which are not well marked. Under no circumstances approach at night and keep a sharp lookout.
Berthing
You will be shown where to go. There are laid moorings and usually they give 2 to each yacht.
Facilities
There are many stores, bars, restaurants, etc. in the complex. Specifically:
- A supermarche (supermarket)
- A bank, ATM
- Laundry, opens at 9:00 AM
- The marina can arrange for a car rental
Repairs
There is a a small yard associated with the marina. They have a 35 ton travel-lift for haul-outs and do most regular repairs.
- Contact : M. Mohamed MRAD
- Cell. +216 97.775422
- Tel. +216 73.467451
- Fax +216 73.468109
- Email -- s/v Seatern 01:57, 4 October 2013 (BST)
Security
While there are guards patrolling the marina, it is open to the public. It is very secure and Tunisians are very friendly. No extremist around.
Location
The marina is a 5 minutes walk from the town. For details on tourist attractions see Monastir.There are multiple banks, shops, car rentals and markets in town.
Transportation
- Car rentals
- Louages - these are mini-vans with a regular route like a bus, but unlike a bus have no fixed timetable.
- Excellent Train to Sousse and Mahdia, and multiple beaches enroute.
- Habib Bourguiba International airport nearby
Price
Price list at www.marinamonastir.tn if link does not work
Comments
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- We left our boat here unattended for about a week. Had no problems. --Istioploos 17:13, 25 August 2008 (UTC)
- Many French people have their boat here, some even stay here all year long. We came here to buy a new Genois for our boat. We felt very secure and never seen anything wrong. Most people are dressed in the occidental way. -- -- Stephane & Veronique
Esploristo June 2016
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Date of member's last visit to Monastir Marina and this page's details validated: Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
- May 2001 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
- September 2013 --s/v Seatern 02:02, 4 October 2013 (BST)
- June 2016 -- Stephane & Veronique Esploristo
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