Sigacik Region
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Siğacik Region
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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
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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
38°11.8′N, 26°47′ESiğacik is a former fishing harbor which has been converted into a full service, 480-berth marina.
In addition to the marina it is possible 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.
The marina is a safe place to leave the boat and visit nearby ancient Teos.
Coast Guard boat and office between the old fishing harbour and the marina.
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:
- August 2007 --Istioploos
- September 2009 --Atheneoflymington 09:05, 12 September 2009 (UTC)
- April 2012 Volkangorciz 09:26, 4 April 2012 (BST)
 Old fishing harbour, Siğacik |
 Siğacik Harbor |
 The marina |
June 2012 Teos marina is now fully operational. Assistance in mooring is superb, good facilities including supermarket and laundry.Vigdis
Anchorages
Siğacik Bay
It is possible to anchor off in the bay.
Teos Liman
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:
- August 2007--Istioploos
Gökkovar Liman
38°08.2′N, 26°36.8′E
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 Creek
This 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:
- August 2004 --Istioploos
Kırkdilim Liman
 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:
- September 2010 --Istioploos
- September 2011 Volkangorciz 16:05, 4 April 2012 (BST)
 Entering the cove |
 In the cove |
Sarpdere Limanı
38°10.5′N, 26°30.7′E
Sarpdere Liman is a bay about 1 nM NW of Kirkdilim Liman. There are three anchorages: Sarpdere West Creek ( 38°11.16′N, 26°31.04′E), East Creek ( 38°10.92′N, 26°31.24′E), and Nergis ( 38°10.14′N, 26°31.13′E) E of the bay entrance. Sarpdere has two coves, the W creek is used by a religious camp who have built ugly concrete blocks and is rather unattractive although the shelter is good. The E cove is prettier, but it is dominated by large high tension power lines which spoil its natural beauty. Nergis is the most attractive and peaceful of the three, with good depths for anchoring and water clear as glass. However, an uncomfortable chop develops with strong northerly winds as there is a fetch of nearly a mile across the bay. In all three anchorages, anchor in 4.0 - 4.0 metres in sand with patches of weed. The holding is good although the sand in parts is firm and it needs a good burst on the engine to dig the anchor in.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2004 --Istioploos
- July 2011 --Athene of Lymington 12:45, 5 July 2011 (BST)
- December 2011 Volkangorciz 08:36, 4 April 2012 (BST)
Mersin Körfezi
38°12.1′N, 26°26.3′EThis is a large enclosed bay SE of Agriler Liman. Buoys near the fish farms at the entrance of the Mersin bay. Fish farms arround the Cırakan island at the most south of the bay.
Danger: There is a shallow sea with the rocks under the surface at the south of Cırakan island. Leave 200 m. at least between the boat and the shore when crossing from the south of the Cirakan island.
Alaçati Bay or Agriler Liman
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 because it is very windy. On the NW side there is a new small shipyard and a marina.
You can anchor off as long as you stay away from the channel and the designated by buoys as surfing area.
At the head of the bay there is a dredged canal with several upscale houses and private piers.
The old town of Alaçati, the Greek Αλάτσατα (Alátsata), about 2 km inland has now been totally restored and wealthy people from Istanbul and Izmir have bought the old houses paying outrageous prices. It is well worth a visit. It has many upscale restaurants and every Saturday morning there is an extensive outdoor market.
Danger: Follow the channel marked by the buoys because of very shallow water especially to the W.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- December 2011 Volkangorciz 16:05, 4 April 2012 (BST)
- May 2012 --Istioploos
 The Bay and the marina |
 Houses at the Alaçati canal |
 Saturday Marketl |
Offshore Islands and Groups
Körmen Adasi
38°01.6′N, 26°52.2′E
There is a snug anchorage just east of Körmen Adasi where you can anchor in 5 meters in sand and weed. Shelter is good from the meltemi, although the anchorage is open to the south. It is a convenient stop when planning to cross the gulf of Sigacik and avoids the usual slog to windward up to Sigacik or Teos when cruising along this coast.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2009 --Atheneoflymington 08:44, 2 October 2009 (UTC)
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Repairs/Yards
Possible at Agriler Liman and at Teos-Siğacik Marina.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- In Teos-Siğacik Marina
- In Alaçatı Marina
- Water
- On the pier in Teos-Siğacik Marina
- On the pier in Alaçatı Marina
- Electricity
- On the pier in Teos-Siğacik Marina
- On the pier in Alaçatı Marina
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
 A Street in Alaçati |
 The Fabulous Market in Alaçati |
Teos
The ancient city of Teos with a Temple of Dionysus, Acropolis walls, theater, and ancient harbor.
Alaçati
The totally restored old town of Alaçati, the Greek Αλάτσατα (Alátsata) has charming old houses, upscale restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and boutiques. But also a wonderful Saturday street market.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- In Siğacik, wonderful fruits.
- A great market, every Saturday in Alaçati and every sunday in Siğacik
- A very good bakery in Alaçati
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Wi-Fi in Teos and Alaçatı marina
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
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Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
Transportation
Taxi from Siğacik and Alaçati to the centre of the town and bus to Izmir.
Routes/Passages To/From
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
References & Publications
See Turkey.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports in this page.
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