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CURRENT SHARK FREE MARINAS & Charter Services

We would like to recognize the following marinas and resorts who have joined the Shark Free Marinas effort in reducing shark mortality in the USA and Bahamas. As this initiative grows in size we will add marinas as they come online. Please support these sites when making your travel and vacation destination decisions.

Please note: Every effort is made to keep this map up to date but new Marinas may not appear for a few days.

United States

Capt. Slate's Atlantis Dive Center

We are a dive/snorkel/glassbottom charter boat business that has been in the Key Largo for 31 years. We do a world famous Creature Feature each Friday and Sunday AM morning where I feed Nurse Sharks, Moray Eels, Goliath Groupers and Barracudas. These animals are worth 'gold' to divers who love to get up close and see/photograph and film them. We are solidly behind protecting all underwater creatures. Capt. Slate

Harbor Point Yacht Club

Harbor Point Yacht Club is a dockominium marina located on the Mississippi River in West Alton, Missouri. This private marina offers you an opportunity to own part of the harbor. Harbor Point is located at mile 204.5 on the right descending bank of the Upper Mississippi River. This area of the river is also known as the Alton Pool, being created by the Melvin Price Lock and Dam, located just downstream of Alton, Illinois. You would be hard pressed to find a more beautiful harbor along the river than Harbor Point Yacht Club! The harbor offers 77 slips in the sailboat basin and 145 covered slips in the power boat basin, ranging from 40 to 72 feet. Naturally, all slips are floating and the basins and mouth of the harbor are routinely dredged to accommodate the changing river levels.

Keystone Point Marina

Keystone Point Marina lies on the eastern coast of Florida in the south of the USA. The facility combines slips, boat yard and a dry stack storage operation.

Grove Isle Marina

A beautiful marina which boats luxury hotel amenities and 111 boat slips. Marina guests are welcome to utilize the resort amenities. Tucked away on a small, secluded island, Grove Isle feels like it's as much a part of Biscayne Bay as the natural elements that surround it. Guests managing to separate themselves from the comfort and intimacy of their guest room are free to explore the beauty of Coconut Grove. While the area is relaxing and tranquil, it is only minutes from Miami and the spicy South Beach scene.

Harwich Port Boat Yard

Harwich Port Boat Yard is at beautiful Wychmere Harbor on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. It will accommodate boats to 65 feet and provides access to Nantucket Sound and the islands of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard and Monomoy. Our facilities include a new bulkhead, a new boat ramp that can accommodate boats up to 45 ft., a new fuel system with capacities of 8,000 gallons of diesel and 4,000 gallons of gas. We have purchased a newer fork lift with negative lift capacity for smaller haul outs and some drysailing. We have 19 slips and seasonal moorings as well as transient slips and moorings when available. In the early spring of 2007 we installed a security camera system so our customers know their investment is being protected.

Jupiter Pointe Club and Marina

Welcome to Jupiter Pointe Marina — soon home to one of the largest indoor-boat storage facilities in Martin and Palm Beach County. The marina is located on the border of Palm Beach and Martin County and one mile north of the Jupiter Inlet. The Indoor boat storage is on 10-acre property, nestled on the Intracoastal waterway at marker 54. The marina is directly across from Blowing Rock Preserve on beautiful Jupiter Island, the marina is tucked away in a non-congested area with no wake or current and is protected by our own little island, which serves as a natural barrier in the basin.

Vero Beach City Marina

Located on the East side of the Indian River Lagoon, just north of the Merrill Barber (Hwy 60) Bridge, the City of Vero Beach prides itself on being a center for maritime information and hospitality for over 3,000 visiting boats each year. These visiting boaters spend a phenomenal 20,000 overnights with us. Rental moorings and slips are available on a daily or monthly basis (call for monthly details). Gasoline, diesel, and pump out services are available on our 70 ft. fuel dock. Approaches to the fuel dock are 8-10 ft. Facilities and services include free bus service to town, Laundromat, TV lounge, WiFi, mail drop and pick-up, bicycle and vehicle parking, restrooms, showers, trash disposal, waste oil disposal, and a park with picnic shelters and barbecues.

Bahamas

Bimini Sands Resort

Bimni Sands LogoLocated just 50 miles from Florida on the island of Bimini, our resort and marina offers luxury one and two bedroom condominiums along with full-service deepwater marina. The resort features hotel-style accommodations, and every condominium features direct ocean or marina views. Bimini Sands resort is located directly on the beach and features some of the prettiest views in the Bahamas. Guests can sample a full range of hotel amenities from fine dining to offshore fishing and some of the best scuba diving in the Bahamas.

We offer a number of professionally guided activities including Kayaking Adventures, Snorkeling Excursions, Shark Encounters, Nature Trail walks, Island Tours and even Kids Club for the little ones. www.biminisands.com

Cape Eleuthera Marina

The Cape Eleuthera Resort & Yacht Club features Eleuthera’s only deep water, surge-proof, full-service Blue Flag marina. The marina is designed to provide ample berth for all types of watercraft–from the smallest fishing boats up to 200' yachts, with world class amenities and services. Our mission is to deliver yachting and sport-fishing enthusiasts the friendliest and highest quality customer service and ensure that Cape Eleuthera Marina is your premier destination in the Bahamas Out Islands.

Fiji

Bite Me - Game Fishing Charters

Bite Me is based at Matava Resort, a AAA rated 3&1/2 star eco-lodge on the South East side of Kadavu Island. Traditional thatched Fijian bures perch on the island's rainforrest covered slopes with private decks offering magnificent views out over the sheltered coral lagoons and Great Astrolabe Barrier reef.

Beqa Lagoon Resort

In the heart of the South Pacific, beneath Southern skies, lies the island paradise of Fiji. If you travel to recreate, enjoy fine food, if you are looking for romance, or simply want to relax in a tropical paradise, Beqa Lagoon Resort (formerly Marlin Bay Resort) is what you're looking for.

Club Oceanus

Because we are located on the banks of the lazy Qara ni qio river we have direct access to all the awesome water sports that Pacific Harbour and Beqa Lagoon are famous for. Our small boat marina is available for long/short term lease and our charter boat operation is available for big game and reef fishing. We work with the very best dive, surf and cultural tour operators throughout the islands so we can pretty much arrange anything and everything for you from here.

Lalati Resort & Spa

Lalati Resort and Spa, Fiji Islands is a world-class 4-star luxury resort and spa, located on remote Beqa Island, just south of the big island of Viti Levu. Overlooking the cerulean blue expanse of Malumu Bay, Lalati Resort and Spa is a very well-planned, environmentally friendly piece of paradise, having minimal effect on the surrounding environs, the local habitat and pristine waters of the Bay. Lalati is a very casual Fiji beach resort, with beach/resort wear being appropriate at all times.

Lawaki Beach House

Situated on its own private beach on the beautiful island of Beqa, the Lawaki Beach House is the ideal place to relax, swim, snorkel and enjoy your holidays or leisure time.

Lomalagi Resort

Lomalagi Resort caters to adults and has 25 tropical beachfront acres on Vanua Levu Island in Fiji's beautiful and lush northern islands, just 28 kilometers from Savusavu airport. With only six large and very private Villas you are assured of privacy and seclusion. The resort is ideal for a relaxing getaway vacation, romantic Fiji honeymoon or tropical wedding. Enjoy breathtaking views over Natewa Bay - home to the only resident pods of dolphins in Fiji.

Ika Levu Fishing Charters

Ika Levu is owned by Andrew Hunt. With a passion for fishing in Fiji and New Zealand, Andrew has put together one of the finest fishing operations in Fiji. Together with his experienced captain and crew, Ika Levu Charters offers the discriminating fisherman the ultimate Fiji fishing experience.

Lagoon Resort

The Pacific Harbour region has a number of highly experienced deep sea and sports fishermen who have top quality boats and fishing equipment available for charter. The annual Pacific Harbour fishing competition attracts top class game fishermen from all around the world, eager to lure in the Pacific Marlin and scores of other large game fish that the waters around Fiji are blessed with.

Makaira Resort

Pristine and abundant waters surround your home base of Makaira on Taveuni, Fiji. All the various prime fishing habitats are here and begin five minutes after launching, opening up to a vastness of virtually virgin fishing grounds in every direction.

Matava - Fiji's Premier Eco Adventure Resort

Matava is the genuine eco-adventure lodge, beautifully set off the beaten track, minutes from the Great Astrolabe Reef on Kadavu Island. Our intimate resort has beautiful, comfortable bures, outstanding cuisine and offers a full range of adventure and cultural activities. Dive or take a course with our PADI dive professionals. Experience fantastic fish, pristine corals, Mantas and sharks. Try big game fishing, snorkeling, sailing, sea kayaking, trekking, and join in authentic cultural and village events! No roads, solar power, low carbon footprint make Matava the ideal and environmentally responsible location to relax and unwind.

Moody's Namena Island Resort

110 acre island surrounded by the Namena Barrier Reef which is a Marine Protected Area since 1997. Diving is minutes away from land-based buses.

Musket Cove Marina

Located on Malolo Lailai Island in the beautiful Mamanucas, Musket Cove provides an ideal gateway to Fiji's spectacular cruising grounds. Marina berths and moorings are available or yachts can drop anchor in the tranquil bay. Famous for sponsoring the annual Musket Cove to Port Vila Regatta, Musket Cove is also well-known for its Ratu Nemani Island Bar ($3.00 bar) and supermarket, 'The Trader'. General mechanics and a limited boat repair facility is available.

Paradise Resort Taveuni

We have 20+ sites only 10-15 minutes away by boat. Dive the legendary Rainbow Reef where beautiful colored fish swim in and out of the hard and soft corals. We have 20+ sites only 10-15 minutes away by boat.

Paradise Taveuni

Paradise Taveuni is a boutique oceanfront resort, nestled amongst lush tropical gardens with rainforest mountain as a back drop, catering to discerning travellers looking for their own piece of paradise. Its unique deep water frontage allows Guests to dive, snorkel and swim from the lava flow edge into pristine warm tropical waters at any time of the day or night. If you want to truly experience the best scuba diving in Fiji, Taveuni is the right place for you.

The Pearl South Pacific Resort, Spa & Championship Golf Course

The Pearl South Pacific offers guests the majesty of a tropical island with simply designed suites inviting the outside in, exceptional service standards and sophisticated cuisine. The fusion of comfort and facilities offered at an international hotel with the privacy and hospitality of a boutique retreat. Unique to Fiji, it is a different style of holiday.

Port Denarau Marina Ltd

Port Denarau Marina is located at a premium position on the peninsula of Denarau Island only minutes from Nadi, Fiji. Denarau Island is close to Nadi International Airport and is a perfect departure point for transfer and cruising to many Fijian Islands. We provide berthage and marina services for commercial and leisure craft and operate barge services transporting freight and fuel to outer islands. We offer all the services expected from an international marina facility.

Shangri-La's Fijian Resort

An enchanting tropical gem on the private Yanuca Island, Shangri-La's Fijian Resort and Spa offers vacationers and families an idyllic South Pacific escape. Being one of the Fiji luxury resorts guests will also find an array of facilities that include children's play areas, a wide range of dining and recreation options, in addition to exceptional wedding and event venues.

Taunovo Bay Resort

Taunovo Bay and nearby Pacific Harbour boast some of the worlds best diving and snorkeling, islands, beautiful beaches, game fishing in Beqa Lagoon, one of the most challenging 18 hole golf courses in the South Pacific, river rafting the Upper Navua and Luva Rivers, zip lining through the rainforest, private waterfall hikes, Surfing Frigates Passage, Jet Ski tours, and much more. Fiji seas boast some of the best game fishing experiences around. At the doorstep of Taunovo Bay sits Beqa Lagoon,home to some of the best game fishing in Fiji and in the South Pacific.

Tropical Expeditions Jetty

Enjoy exciting liveaboard and day trips aboard the MV Beqa Princess I, MV Beqa Princess II Sailing Trimarand departing Pacific Harbour, Deuba. The vessels offer freshwater showers and head, freshwater rinse tanks, 2 Poseidon compressors @7.5 cfm and 80 cu ft tanks for diving. Wreck dives, drop offs, huge swim throughs, shark diving, manta rays, caves, night dives and lots more in the famous Beqa Lagoon as well as Vatulele Island, Cakau Leka Leka and the Great Astrolabe Reef! Also join us for Surfing trips, game fishing, bottom fishing, overnight fishing.

Uprising Beach Resort

'Uprising' is resort style backpacking on the beach with so much to offer you day and night. When you lay eyes on our mile long sandy beach, dazzling waters, lush coastal forests, and picturesque islands scattered on the horizon, you’ll know you’re somewhere special.

Vuda Point Marina

Vuda point marina is a unique commercial marina complex, operating as a hub for yachtsmen and yachtswomen traveling to the South Pacific during the southern hemisphere winter. It is conveniently located at Vuda Point (arrival place of the first indigenous Fijians), which is situated on the western end of Viti Levu (Fiji's largest island) between Nadi International Airport (15mins by car) and Lautoka city (main point of entry).

Waidroka Bay Surf & Dive Resort

Where tropical rainforest meets the Pacific Ocean nestles a tranquil Boutique Resort, offering an absolute adventure into Fiji's culture combined with worldclass SURFING - DIVING - FISHING and everything else the ocean has to offer.

Puerto Rico

Palmas Del Mar Yacht Club

Sail into a paradise as rich as the open sea in our new Yacht Club and Megayacht Marina. Our new Yacht Club is the only state-of-the-art Marina in the Caribbean linked to a complete resort community. Come aboard and be one of the first to reserve one of the 152 slips designed to serve yachts from 50 to 125 feet long. The Yacht Club is also being designed with side tie mega-slips reserved for transient mega-yachts of up to 175 feet.

 

Tonga

Target One Sportfishing Charters

Henk, owner and skipper of "Target One" , believes in making your holiday a success. Personal service, and a thrilling "hands - on" experience, are our specialty. Your fishing trip can be planned to suit your own group's aims and experience. All Sharks caught are released.

 

 

 

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