03 July 2010
Two new marinas registerd in Fiji today. We'd like to welcome Waitui Marina and the Copra Shed to Shark Free Marinas. Here's a little about the establishments:
Welcome to Waitui Marina!
Savusavu's finest Marina! As you call into Savusavu, it's not hard to miss, its the first jetty after the commercial concrete wharf!
A quick call to 'Waitui Marina' on VHF Channel 16 (or on the telephone to 679-885-3031 or 679-997-2558 after hours), will yield a prompt response. You will be met by our dock staff who will guide you to your mooring. If you are coming in early, just pick up any of the ORANGE mooring buoys (since they are inspected twice annually, they're all safe.
Our bright red roof to your starboard as you're entering Nakama Creek is a very notable landmark! We have the certified diver photograph all of our moorings from the seabed up, so you can inspect the photo's yourself! We'll arrange for all of the relevant officials to visit your vessel (at no charge if you stay on one of our moorings!), and take them out to your vessel, without any charge!
We have a dinghy dock for your convienence, as well as hot water showers (highly recommended after a long passage!). As a special service, you may use our chest freezer during the day to store your provisions to save trips back and forth to your yacht. Of course, during your provisioning you are going to get a bit thirsty, just pop into the Waitui Club for a full range of wines, beer, cocktails, and soft drinks.
The Copra Shed
Savusavu is an official port of entry into Fiji. At the Copra Shed marina we will arrange for all official clearance to be done in the comfort of your boat.
The Copra Shed Marina has 8 stern-to wharf berths for vessels up to 20 metres. Water and electricity are available at the marina berths.
Seventeen moorings are available for vessels of varying sizes. Water and fuel (diesel and pre-mix) are available at our designated fuel dock.
Services for yachts within the complex include hot showers, toilets, laundry, internet office, telephone, waste oil and garbage disposal. Repair and maintenance services such as sail repair, refrigeration and electrical works can be arrange upon request.
The Copra Shed Marina also houses the Captain's Café restaurant, Savusavu Yacht Club, a marine chandlery, art gallery, handicrafts shop, butcher shop and booking offices for both international and domestic air and sea travel.