Capo d'Orlando

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The harbour of Capo d’Orlando lies 10 miles NE of Sant’ Agata in Sicily, immediately E of the eponymous cape. The harbour has silted badly in recent years, especially around the northern breakwater, and great care is needed on entry. Larger yachts are recommended to avoid it altogether. Depths are reported as little as 2.0 metres in the entrance. With any swell, the entrance would probably be dangerous. In strong NE winds, it is very uncomfortable.

UPDATE: The harbour was closed and underwent a major reform into a full-fledged marina. In July 2017, the marina opened. Works are still ongoing, but at present half the pontoons are already usable. Even though building works are still ongoing, mooring fees are considerably higher than the nearby Sant’ Agata.

Charts

British Admiralty

1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito

Italian

916

Weather

Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.

Sources for weather forecasts:

• There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
• The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
• Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari (Sardinia) and Augusta (Sicily)

Passages

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Islands

• Aeolian Islands
• Ustica

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

The lighthouse on Capo d’Orlando one mile W of the harbour is conspicuous. Beware of shallow reefs and offshore rocks around the cape. For entry to Capo d’Orlando harbour, see warning above.

Berthing

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

None.

Amenities

Facilities
Water	In the marina
Electricity	In the marina
Toilets	In the marina
Showers	In the marina
Laundry	?
Garbage	In the marina
Supplies
Fuel	Fuel station on the mole (however, depths probably too shallow for some yachts)
Bottled gas	?
Chandlers	?
Services
Repairs	In the marina
Internet	WiFii in the marina
Mobile connectivity	WiFii in the marina
Vehicle rentals	?

Provisioning

Nearest shops half hour’s walk away in village.

Eating out

In the marina and within walking distance to W.

Transportation

Small ferries to Aeolian Islands.

Tourism

History

Give a short history of the port.

Places to Visit

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

• Capo d'Orlando at the Wikipedia
• Orlando Pagine Azzurre - Capo d'

References

See Italy.

Comments

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Verified by

Date of member's last visit to Capo d'Orlando and this page's details validated:

• Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 13:52, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
• Added information in Berthing Options & External Links --s/v Seatern 16:25, 11 September 2013 (BST)

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