Bahia Coliumo
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 Bahia Coliumo, Chile |
This stop-over is ideal as it is within the bay and completely protected from the open ocean.
Charts
- Chilean Charts
- #611
See also Chile.
Weather
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See Chile.
Passages
See Chile.
Communication
Call "Tome` Radio" as well as "Alcamar Coliumo" on VHF16. If no contact, then call "Talcahuano" on VHF16. (check Armada.cl for latest details)
Repeat the above procedure when leaving.
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Entrance to Bahia Coliumo [[Bahia Coliumo#Entrance to Bahia Coliumo|Entrance to Bahia Coliumo]] 36°31.459'S, 072°56.704'W
Entrance
Clear and free of dangers.
Berthing
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
There is no marina in this bay.
Anchorages
I would recommend anchoring abreast the fishermen's jetty on the western shore.
Be aware that the fishing boats moor to lines both for and aft.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | Potable water is available on the fishermen's jetty |
| Electricity | ? |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | In Tome |
| Garbage | ? |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel (diesel and petrol) is possibly available on the jetty or in bidones in Dichato' |
| Bottled gas | LPG can be filled or standard Chilean tanks exchanged |
| Chandlers | No |
| Services | |
| Repairs | No |
| Internet | via Cellphone |
| Mobile connectivity | Yes |
| Medical sevices | In Tome |
| Hotels | yes |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Supermercados in both Dichato and Tome
Eating out
- Dichato is a resort town with restaurants to suit.
Transportation
- Taxis are available and there is a regular bus service to Tome, Talcahuano, and Concepcion.
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
List links external to the wiki such as in Wikepedia.
References
See Chile.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Bahia Coliumo and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) October, 2018 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
- April, 2024 Template:Frank Holden
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