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| - | [http://www.kokachi.com/sigacik.html Siğacik] is a fishing harbor | + | [http://www.kokachi.com/sigacik.html Siğacik] is a former fishing harbor which is in the process of being converted into a full service, 400-berth marina. Currently (September 2009), the entire inner harbour is closed while the marina infrastructure is completed and only the small, outer fishing boat harbour is open. The marina is due for opening in 2010, but in the meantime it is necessary if visiting Sigacik to anchor in the bay outside, where there is a good sheltered anchorage west of the small boat moorings and just east of a fish farm. |
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<font color="red">Danger:</font> Do not pass between Esek Adasi and the mainland. It is too shallow. Also on the N side of Esek Adasi there is a reef. Give it a wide berth. | <font color="red">Danger:</font> Do not pass between Esek Adasi and the mainland. It is too shallow. Also on the N side of Esek Adasi there is a reef. Give it a wide berth. | ||
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* September 2008 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 15:42, 24 July 2009 (UTC) | * September 2008 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 15:42, 24 July 2009 (UTC) | ||
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|[[Image:Turkey_Sigacik_m.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chart of Siğacik Harbor - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=38.196667&lon=26.783333&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Chartlet]<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | |[[Image:Turkey_Sigacik_m.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chart of Siğacik Harbor - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=38.196667&lon=26.783333&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Chartlet]<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
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Revision as of 09:05, 12 September 2009
Siğacik Region
| Coords: 38°11.8′N, 26°47′E Chartlet: Chartlet Gallery: Photos |
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Background
This region is north of Samos & Kusadasi and south of Çesme. It consists of Siğacik harbor and several pleasant anchorages.
Charts
- BA
- 1645 Nisos Chios and Izmir Körfezi
- Imray-Tetra
- G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey
- NIMA
- 54389 Fener Adasi to Samos Strait
- Turkey
- 2231 A) Mersin Körfezi, B) Sığacık Limanı
- 2235 A) Alaçatı, B) Alaçatı Barınağı, D) Sarpdere, E) Kırkdilim, F) Gökliman, H) Teos Malkaya
- Greek
- 334 Chios Island & Opposite Coast of Asia Minor
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Weather
See Turkey.
In general, the approach into the gulf and its anchorages is easy and presents no dangers, except in the area of Siğacik and Teos.
Check-in facilities
The closest ports of entry are Kusadasi and Çesme.
Ports and Popular Stops
Siğacik
| GPS: 38°11.8′N, 26°47′E
Siğacik is a former fishing harbor which is in the process of being converted into a full service, 400-berth marina. Currently (September 2009), the entire inner harbour is closed while the marina infrastructure is completed and only the small, outer fishing boat harbour is open. The marina is due for opening in 2010, but in the meantime it is necessary if visiting Sigacik to anchor in the bay outside, where there is a good sheltered anchorage west of the small boat moorings and just east of a fish farm. Once completed, the marina will provide a safe place to leave the boat and visit nearby ancient Teos. Danger: Do not pass between Esek Adasi and the mainland. It is too shallow. Also on the N side of Esek Adasi there is a reef. Give it a wide berth. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
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 Siğacik Harbor |
Sigacik1.jpg
At the quay |
Anchorages
Siğacik Bay
It is possible to anchor off in the bay.
Teos Liman
| GPS: 38°08.9′N, 26°47.9′E
You can anchor on the S side of the anchorage in 5-6 m over sand. It provides reasonable shelter from the meltem but it is totally exposed to S winds. Danger: Give a wide berth to the reefs near the point to the W. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
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Gökkovar Liman
| GPS: 38°08.2′N, 26°36.8′E
Gökkovar Liman is a deep fjord about 2 nM NE of Teke Burnu. It is an incredible beautiful anchorage but has been spoiled by at least 5 fish farms that have sprouted in the past few years. They use high intensity lights, and there are large ships loading, I presume the fish. In other words the place has been raped and ruined.  Click for larger view |  |
There are two anchorages:
North Creek
This is the most protected anchorage but it is now less attractive because of the fish farms. It is best to drop the anchor in about 15 m depth (good holding) and to take a line from the bow to the E shore.
East CreekThis anchorage is deep and only one or two boats can be accommodated. Try to anchor in 10 m and possibly take a line ashore. The holding here is less reliable than in the North Creek. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
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Kirdilim Liman
GPS: 38°08′N, 26°34.3′E
 Chart of Kirdilim Liman - Chartlet |
 Detailed Chart of Kirdilim Anchorage |
This is a large and very pleasant, deserted cove, with very clear waters. It provides very good shelter from the meltemi. In the middle of the cove there is large buoy where a Turkish patrol boat ties up sometimes. Go to the NW end of the cove and anchor in 7 m, good holding.
Warning: Do not tie to the large buoy, it is used by the Turkish patrol boats.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2007 --Istioploos 14:56, 13 June 2008 (MDT)
Sarpede Liman
| GPS: 38°10.5′N, 26°30.7′E
Sarpede Liman is a bay about 1 nM NW of Kirdilim Liman. There are three anchorages: Sarpede West Creek (GPS: 38°11.16′N, 26°31.04′E), East Creek (GPS: 38°10.92′N, 26°31.24′E), and Nerkis (GPS: 38°10.14′N, 26°31.13′E) E of the bay entrance. Sarpede has to coves, the W creek is used by a religious camp who have built ugly concrete blocks and is less then attractive while the E cove is more attractive but it is dominated by large high tension power lines which spoil its natural beauty. Nerkis is much more attractive and isolated, but with a strong meltemi it can develop a very uncomfortable swell. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
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Mersin Körfesi
| GPS: 38°12.1′N, 26°26.3′E
This is a large enclosed bay SE of Agriler Liman. |  |
Agriler Liman
GPS: 38°14.5′N, 26°23.2′E
A large bay 7.5 M from Ak Burun. It is reputed to be the windsurfing capital of Turkey. On the NW side there is a new small shipyard and marina.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2004 --Istioploos 14:56, 13 June 2008 (MDT)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
Teos
The ancient city of Teos with a Temple of Dionysus, Acropolis walls, theater, and ancient harbor.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel - In Siğacik
- Water - On the pier in Siğacik
- Electricity - Possible on the pier in Siğacik but connections not very reliable or well grounded.
Laundry
Grocery & Supply Stores
- In Siğacik, wonderful fruits.
Eateries
- Several restaurants, some upscale, in Siğacik
Internet/WiFi
No.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
?
Marine Stores & Facilities
None.
Repairs
- Possible at Agriler Liman
Transportation
References & Publications
See Turkey.
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.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports in this page.
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