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* See [[Buenos Aires]] | * See [[Buenos Aires]] | ||
| - | == | + | ==Approaches to the San Fernando area== |
| - | + | The sea level in Rio de la Plata is much affected by the prevailing winds, a period of easterlies can raise the tides up to a metre above prediction while westerlies can drop the level by a similar amount. Even under normal conditions a direct approach into the mouth of the Rio Lujen is not recommended except with good local knowledge. As a result the normal approach is up the main Rio Parana shipping channel until Canal Honda is reached. Then it is a simple matter to follow Canal Honda and Canal de Vinculacion to San Fernando. Shortly after passing the east cardinal beacon at the entrance to the latter canal it appears to be shallow but locals say this is very fine silt that can be motored through. Yachts with up to 3 metre draft use these canals on a regular basis. | |
==Check-in facilities== | ==Check-in facilities== | ||
| - | + | If, as is the norm, you are arriving from Capital Federal ( central BA) there are no check in requirements. Arrangements for a berth in the area should be made before leaving Capital Federal. | |
| + | If you are arriving direct from Uruguay you will need to attend Immigration and Aduana at Tigre. They are at the Muelle International on the far bank of the Rio Tigre. You will also have to visit the Prefectura in either Tigre or San Fernando. Don't forget that along with your papers you will need a letter from the marina you are berthed at. See also my note under 'personal experiences' below. | ||
==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ||
| - | * | + | There are numerous yacht clubs and marinas in the five mile stretch between San Isidro and Tigre. From seaward the ones of most interest to cruisers are:- |
| - | * | + | * San Isidro |
| - | * | + | * Barlovento |
| + | * Parque Nautico San Fernando | ||
| + | * Yacht Club Argentino | ||
| + | * Club San Fernando | ||
==Anchorages== | ==Anchorages== | ||
List details of all safe anchorages in the area. | List details of all safe anchorages in the area. | ||
| - | * | + | * It is possible to moor almost anywhere along Canal Honda. However there is constant small ship traffic so it pays to make sure you are well tucked in. Holding is good in mud. The stream is always flowing seawards but on the flood my be diminished to the extant that a yacht will be wind rode rather than tide rode. |
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====Marine Stores==== | ====Marine Stores==== | ||
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers. | Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers. | ||
| - | * | + | * Baron |
| + | * Costanero Uno | ||
| + | * Trimer | ||
| + | * North Sails | ||
| + | * Injectors Vega | ||
| + | * Honda | ||
| + | * International paints | ||
| + | * Hempel | ||
| + | * | ||
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====Repairs/Yards==== | ====Repairs/Yards==== | ||
| - | * | + | * Marinas at San Isidro, Barlovento can haul boats. See above. |
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
; Fuel | ; Fuel | ||
| - | : fuel | + | : Diesel and Nafta can be purchased from the fuel dock at the entrance to YCA marina. |
; Water | ; Water | ||
| - | : water | + | : Potable water is available at all the marinas |
; Electricity | ; Electricity | ||
| - | : | + | : 240V |
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore== | ==Tourism and Things to do Ashore== | ||
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===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | ||
| - | * | + | * Disco |
| - | * | + | * Carrefour |
| + | * Many small but excellent fruit and veg shops scattered through San Fernando. | ||
===Eateries=== | ===Eateries=== | ||
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===Internet/WiFi=== | ===Internet/WiFi=== | ||
| - | Available | + | Available at most cafes and restaurants. |
===Laundry=== | ===Laundry=== | ||
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===Transportation=== | ===Transportation=== | ||
| - | + | The 'Tren de la Costa' runs every 30 minutes between Maipu and Tigre. This line skirts the shore and is operated mainly as a tourist railway. As a result the fare, by local standards, is not cheap. If based here it pays to buy a card with 30 days validity which costs 40 pesos for 12 trips. | |
| - | * | + | TBA ( Trens Buenos Aires) run a frequent service through central San Fernando. This runs from Tigre to Retiro ( Capital Federal) and is in the order of 1.5 pesos one way. |
| + | * Remis ( hire cars ) are cheap and good. I have used Remis Madero who I can heartliy recommend. | ||
==Cruiser's Friends== | ==Cruiser's Friends== | ||
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==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''== | ==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
| - | * | + | * December 2009 |
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Revision as of 01:53, 20 December 2009
Rio Lujen and the San Isidro/San Fernando area NW of Buenos Aires
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 | Local chartlet |
Most cruisers proceed to the San Isidro/ San Fernando area - just NW of the city of Buenos Aires where the bulk of water related activity occurs.
Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
- Chart Source
- Chart No
- Chart No
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local Weather
See Buenos Aires
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See Buenos Aires
Approaches to the San Fernando area
The sea level in Rio de la Plata is much affected by the prevailing winds, a period of easterlies can raise the tides up to a metre above prediction while westerlies can drop the level by a similar amount. Even under normal conditions a direct approach into the mouth of the Rio Lujen is not recommended except with good local knowledge. As a result the normal approach is up the main Rio Parana shipping channel until Canal Honda is reached. Then it is a simple matter to follow Canal Honda and Canal de Vinculacion to San Fernando. Shortly after passing the east cardinal beacon at the entrance to the latter canal it appears to be shallow but locals say this is very fine silt that can be motored through. Yachts with up to 3 metre draft use these canals on a regular basis.
Check-in facilities
If, as is the norm, you are arriving from Capital Federal ( central BA) there are no check in requirements. Arrangements for a berth in the area should be made before leaving Capital Federal. If you are arriving direct from Uruguay you will need to attend Immigration and Aduana at Tigre. They are at the Muelle International on the far bank of the Rio Tigre. You will also have to visit the Prefectura in either Tigre or San Fernando. Don't forget that along with your papers you will need a letter from the marina you are berthed at. See also my note under 'personal experiences' below.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
There are numerous yacht clubs and marinas in the five mile stretch between San Isidro and Tigre. From seaward the ones of most interest to cruisers are:-
- San Isidro
- Barlovento
- Parque Nautico San Fernando
- Yacht Club Argentino
- Club San Fernando
Anchorages
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
- It is possible to moor almost anywhere along Canal Honda. However there is constant small ship traffic so it pays to make sure you are well tucked in. Holding is good in mud. The stream is always flowing seawards but on the flood my be diminished to the extant that a yacht will be wind rode rather than tide rode.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
- Baron
- Costanero Uno
- Trimer
- North Sails
- Injectors Vega
- Honda
- International paints
- Hempel
Repairs/Yards
- Marinas at San Isidro, Barlovento can haul boats. See above.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- Diesel and Nafta can be purchased from the fuel dock at the entrance to YCA marina.
- Water
- Potable water is available at all the marinas
- Electricity
- 240V
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Disco
- Carrefour
- Many small but excellent fruit and veg shops scattered through San Fernando.
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Available at most cafes and restaurants.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
?
Transportation
The 'Tren de la Costa' runs every 30 minutes between Maipu and Tigre. This line skirts the shore and is operated mainly as a tourist railway. As a result the fare, by local standards, is not cheap. If based here it pays to buy a card with 30 days validity which costs 40 pesos for 12 trips. TBA ( Trens Buenos Aires) run a frequent service through central San Fernando. This runs from Tigre to Retiro ( Capital Federal) and is in the order of 1.5 pesos one way.
- Remis ( hire cars ) are cheap and good. I have used Remis Madero who I can heartliy recommend.
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 the Cruiser Log Forum
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:
- December 2009
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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