Sigacik Region
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Siğacik Region
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Background
This region is north of Samos & Kusadasi and south of [[Cesme|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
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_Liman|Teos].
Check-in facilities
The closest ports of entry are Kusadasi and Çesme.
Ports and Popular Stops
Siğacik
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Siğacik [38° 11.6' N 26° 47' E] is a fishing harbor within which operates small marina operated by the municipality. It is well protected from the meltem. There are some laid moorings and stern lines.
It provides 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:
- August 2007 --Istioploos 14:56, 13 June 2008 (MDT)
 Siğacik Harbor |
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At the quay |
Anchorages
Siğacik Bay
It is possible to anchor off in the bay.
Teos Liman
| 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
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Gökkovar Liman [38° 08' N 26° 37' E] 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.
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There are two anchorages:
North Creek
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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 14:56, 13 June 2008 (MDT)
Kirdilim Liman
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Chart of Kirdilim Liman |
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This is a large and very pleasant, deserted cove [38° 08.6' N 26° 38.8' E], 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
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Sarpede Liman is a bay [38° 11' N 26° 31' E] about 1 nM NW of Kirdilim Liman. There are three anchorages: Sarpede West Creek [38° 11.2' N 26° 31.2' E], East Creek [38° 10.9' N 26° 31.6' E], and Nerkis [38° 10.2' N, 26° 31.2' 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:
- August 2004 --Istioploos 14:56, 13 June 2008 (MDT)
Mersin Körfesi
A large enclosed bay [38° 12' N 26° 26' E] SE of Agriler Liman.
Agriler Liman
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A large bay [38° 14.5' N 26° 23.2' E] 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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