Basse-Terre (GPBBR)

The port consists of an open harbour capable of accommodating a variety of vessels. Small passenger vessels utilise a pier to the NW of Quay 2. Cruise season is from October to April.

North Atlantic Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Nov 1 to Jul 15, Summer Jul 16 to Oct 31.

The port is situated on the SW coast of Basse-Terre, one of a group of islands which form Guadeloupe.

Draught 9.5m, LOA 219.76m, beam 23.7m, 20,0001DWT.

On a 35m bank N of the pier, 0.2nm from the shore. Anchorage to the NW of the town on the wider part of the coastal bank which is comprised of sand, gravel and rocks as follows: Good anchorage, in depth of 33m, with the cathedral (0.15nm E of Basse-Terre Quay Light) which has a distinctive adjoining building bearing 105°, 0.6nm. Anchorage in depth of 70m, with the cathedral above bearing 085°, 0.7nm. Anchoring: A recommended method of anchoring is to let go the starboard anchor first and then the port anchor, so as to anchor the vessel facing towards Houelmont, (1.8nm SE of Basse-Terre Quay Light), from which direction violent squall may be experienced.Prohibited anchorage: The presence of submarine cables is located in the following positions: N of the parallel of the cemetery (0.45nm NW). In the vicinity of a white hut on the beach (0.45nm SE). Vessels should not be anchored near the mooring buoy W of the quay.

Rade de Basse-Terre is approached from seaward and entered as required without restriction.

BA 491, 618, 593, 594, 1025, 1042. Admiralty Pilot NP71, NP286(7).

1025.

Compulsory and is available throughout 24 hours. ETA and ETD must be notified to agents a minimum of 48 hours in advance, messages can be sent through Fort de France (FFP). There is no pilot station in Basse-Terre, the pilot travels by road from Pointe-a-Pitre. On arrival, the vessel should call Basse-Terre Port Control on VHF Ch 16 or 12 and the Port Officer will give instructions. The vessel must wait for a pilot approx 0.5nm from the pier. The pilot usually boards on the port side. A port officer will indicate the anchorage position from a small boat, which displays the letter "G" by day and a green light at night.

The port limits extend 1nm from a position abreast the mouth of Le Galion.

Basse-Terre Quay Light, which stands inshore of the quay, near the NW end of the town.

Vessels can berth and unberth at any stage of the tide, but if it is a vessel's first call to the port, it is recommended that berthing takes place during daylight only.

Range 0.4m. The current in the anchorage flows in varying directions between NW and SE and sometimes attains a rate of 2kts. Current: The current in the anchorage flows in varying directions between NW and SE and sometimes attains a rate of 2kts.

Not available. However a small boat will assist in running lines if the Port Authority is advised in sufficient time on VHF Ch 16 or 12.

Prevailing winds: SE'ly cyclone season Jul-Nov. In the event of hurricanes, Sep-Oct, there is no protection. Rade de Basse-Terre is an open roadstead offering no shelter, especially from winds from S and SW and is sometimes subject to violent squalls from the SE. A heavy swell affects the quay. During bad weather, the nearest safe haven from hurricanes for coasters is Anse a la Barque.

BASSE–TERRE, GUADELOUPE (FRANCE) 15°59.76'N 61°44.02'W UNCTAD LOCODE: GP BBR For details see: MARTINIQUE (France), SURNAV (FRENCH WEST INDIES) ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 10/20 ENC ME4BOK01, (RSDRA2020000024317), 10/20

Through "Fort de France" (HF), callsign "FFP". VHF: Port and pilots: Ch 16, 12, continuous watch maintained. Tel: +590 59083 6818, Email: pilotage.guadeloupe@wanadoo.fr.

Customs allowances: Maximum allowances are 75cl of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. All radios, cameras, etc must be mentioned on Personal Effects List. Minimum fine for non compliance will be implemented. Immigration: Master should have all crew and passenger passports available for inspection on arrival. Visas are required for passengers of certain nationalities.

..... Documents Copies 1. Crew List 6 2. Manifest 6 3. Health Declaration Form 1 4. Stores List 6 5. Passenger List 6 6. Clearance from Last Port 1 7. Inwards Declaration 6

Compulsory and must be confirmed 24 hours prior to arrival through agent or by sending message to the Port Authority in Pointe-a-Pitre.

Vessels must hoist the French flag.

Declaration of dangerous goods should be faxed to the Port Authorities 48 hours prior to arrival. The 24 hour ETA message should be telexed to the Port Authorities confirming no damage to vessel or equipment.

Authorities require 24 hours notice of the vessel's arrival.

NOR tendered on arrival.