Subic Bay
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Revision as of 12:46, 2 February 2013
Subic Bay
Background
Historic details see Wikipedia.
The area that was once the United States Naval Base Subic Bay is now the Subic Bay Freeport Zone. For the Phillipines it is an odd area that seems to be trying to duplicate Singapore as a place safe for foreign business. As such they have made an attempt to exclude the filipino culture to the benefit of multinational corporations. Fortunately for the cruiser more comfortable with filipinos than multinational corporations all the missing culture is a short walk away in Olongapo. The Freeport has several shopping areas with malls, chain stores, franchises, large supermarkets, etc. Some of the supermarkets are stocked with large amounts of food and sundries from the United States.
Neighboring Olongapo is a busy and typical filipino city. It too has malls and all types of shops. Many industrial services are available here that are more oriented to industries other than marine but nonetheless useful to the cruiser.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Harbor can be entered at all hours and all conditions. The charts are reported to be complete and accurate. Many of the charted buoys exist and are lit. The tower and light at Sueste Point is conspicuous. Give all ships and ship facilities wide berth to avoid interactions with the local security agencies.
Check-in facilities
Submit details about facilities for checking in - where to dock, etc.
There is an Immigration office in downtown Olongapo. They can do visa extensions. Veterans Bank Building, Rizal Avenue Extension, West side at about 12th Street, Ground floor at the end of a dark passageway.
Port Control is reported to be serious about yachts checking in and out of the harbor.
Ports and Popular Stops
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- The Subic Bay Yacht Club operates a resort and marina. Reported (Winter 2013) to be undergoing some kind of management or financial distress but was open for business.
- Watercraft Ventures Corporation operates a boat yard and small marina frequented by cruisers. Yard is equipped with a Marine Travelift. Contact Sanky Perez (0917) 565 3405 or [email protected]
- The entrance to the basin containing the Subic Bay Yacht Club and Watercraft Ventures marinas is at 14 49.21N 120 17.47E. Watercraft reported their depth to be generally 3.3 meters (11 feet). Cruiser reports less at the fuel dock.
Anchorages
- Port Binanga, on the east shore just outside the harbor proper. Well protected. Sandy bottom shoals slowly to the E and N.
- Gaviota Rock, Barrio Barretto, 014 50.61N 120 15.88E Good anchoring in rocky bottom E and W of Gaviota Rock, which has an abandoned castle upon it. During Blue Rock Bar hours the floating bar makes a convenient dinghy dock. However that end of Bo. Barretto lacks any useful cruiser services other than restaurants, but it a short ride to central Barretto.
- Arizona Bar, Barrio Barretto. Moorings available. Good access to the retail district of Bo. Barretto. Jeepneys to Olongapo 12PHP 15 minutes. Anchoring in the vicinity is reported to be poor as the soft sand bottom is steep-to. 0.85nm 075d from Gaviota Rock (above).
Offshore Islands
List Islands
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery Stores
Eateries
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
- Watercraft Ventures Corporation. See above.
- HHIC Phil operates the worlds fourth largest shipyard here. Cruisers finding their boat cramped can order a boxy steel yacht up to 1000 feet and 320,000 tons.
- Broadwater Marine operates a retail marine outlet here.
Repairs
Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
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
Links to relevant websites.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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