Nanaimo
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Nanaimo /nəˈnaɪmoʊ/ (Canada 2016 Census population 90,504) is a city on the east coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. It is the second largest city on the island and has the second biggest harbour.
Charts
See Strait of Georgia.
Weather
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Passages
Islands
Newcastle Island [[Nanaimo#Newcastle Island|Newcastle Island]] 49°11.402'N, 123°55.962'W
Protection Island [[Nanaimo#Protection Island|Protection Island]] 49°10.667'N, 123°55.124'W
Also see Strait of Georgia.
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Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
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Entrance
Nanaimo is a port of entry/exit for Canada. For details see Entrance: Canada.
Berthing
Nanaimo Ferry Terminal
Nanaimo Ferry Terminal [[Nanaimo#Nanaimo Ferry Terminal|Nanaimo Ferry Terminal]] 49°11.648'N, 123°57.322'W Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Brechin Point Marina
Brechin Point Marina [[Nanaimo#Brechin Point Marina|Brechin Point Marina]] 49°11.488'N, 123°56.888'W Cannot find consitent info on the web. Please help.
- XX@XXX; Tel: +1 (250) 753-6122; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel XX
- Address: 1958 Zorkin Road , Nanaimo, BC , Canada
Stones Marina & Boatyard
Stones Marina & Boatyard [[Nanaimo#Stones Marina & Boatyard|Stones Marina & Boatyard]] 49°11.301'N, 123°56.847'W Undercover moorage for vessels 20’ to 46’, open moorage for boats ranging 26’ to 55’. Water, electricty (metered), Security: 30 high definition and infra-red security cameras, 10 locked security gates. Boatyard with 83 ton travel lift, repairs, chandlery.
- [email protected]; Tel: +1 (250) 753 4232; Fax: +1 (250) 714 0951; VHF channel XX
- Address: 1690 Stewart Ave, Nanaimo, BC, Canada V9S 4E1
Anchorage Marina
Cannot find consitent info on the web. Please help.
- [email protected]; Tel: +1 (250) 591 0880; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel 66
- Address: 1520 Stewart Ave Nanaimo BC, V9S 4E1 Canada
Newcastle Marina
Berths for 130 boats. Over 4400 feet of open moorage for short and long term moorage. Water, electricity (metered), toilets, showers, laundry (tokens). 24-hour surveillance system, the docks are well lit and secure with locking gates and a FOB system. 60-Ton Capacity Marine travel-lift, repairs (by outside contractors).
- XX@XXX; Tel: +1 (250) 753 1431; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel XX
- Address: 1300 Stewart Avenue, Nanaimo, BC, Canada V9S 4E1
- Hours: Monday to Friday: 0900 - 1700
Townsite Marina
Usual facilities, laundry. Repairs (sail, canvas, hull, electrical)
- [email protected]; Tel: +1 (250) 716 8801; Fax: +1 (250) 591 0058; VHF channel XX
- Address: 20 Townsite Road, Nanaimo, BC, Canada V9S 5T7
- Hours:
- Prices: For the latest prices see Price Listing
Nanaimo Yacht Club
Water, electricity, toilets, showers, laundry, WiFi. Visitors' moorings for reciprocal clubs members (5 days/month). Clubhouse, bar.
- [email protected]; Tel: +1 (250) 754 7011; Fax: +1 (250) 754 7224; VHF channel XX
- Address: 400 Newcastle Avenue, Nanaimo, B.C. Canada V9S 4J1
Nanaimo Port Authority
Nanaimo Port Authority [[Nanaimo#Nanaimo Port Authority|Nanaimo Port Authority]] 49°10.090'N, 123°56.058'W Marina in the heart of Nanaimo. All facilities, fuel barge, pumpout facility, crane, shops, cafes and restaurants close by. Ferry services to Vancouver. Customs port-of-entry easily accessible on the E-Dock (inner basin) right next to the fuel barge. Bus and taxi service located nearby.
- [email protected]; Tel: +1 (250) 754 5053; Fax: +1 (250) 754 4186; VHF channel 67
- Address: P.O. Box 131, Nanaimo, B.C. , V9R 5K4 Canada
- Hours: May 1 to Sept 30: 0730 - 2200; October 1 to April 30: 0830 - 1800
- Prices: For the latest prices see Price Listing
Anchorages
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | In Stones Marina, Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, Nanaimo Yacht Club, and Port Authority |
| Electricity | In Stones Marina, Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, Nanaimo Yacht Club, and Port Authority |
| Toilets | In Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, Nanaimo Yacht Club, and Port Authority |
| Showers | In Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, Nanaimo Yacht Club, and Port Authority |
| Laundry | In Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, and Nanaimo Yacht Club |
| Garbage | Bins in the Terminal and all marinas |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Station in Newcastle Marina, Townsite Marina, and Nanaimo Yacht Club |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | In Stones Marina, Newcastle Marina, and Townsite Marina |
| Internet | WiFi in Nanaimo Yacht Club |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Supermarkets in the town.
Eating out
Restaurants in the town.
Transportation
- Seair and Harbour Air operate float plane service from downtown Vancouver and Richmond (YVR) into Downtown Nanaimo
- BC Ferries operates car ferries to Nanaimo from Tsawwassen (South of Vancouver) to Duke Point in Nanaimo, and from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay
- There are inter-city bus services serving Vancouver Island including Nanaimo
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
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Links
References
See Canada.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Nanaimo and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) September, 2018 --Istioploos
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