Description:
The Samana Peninsula extends almost 30 miles out from the north coast of the Dominican Republic. Santa Bárbara de Samaná (usually called Samana) lies on the southern side overlooking the large bay of Bahia de Samana.
The bay measures about 40 miles east-west and 15 miles north-south and provides a well-protected deepwater anchorages, making it one of the finest natural harbours in the West Indies.
This town has an unusual history. It was settled by two shiploads of freed American slaves around 1824 and, to this day, many residents speak English as a first language.
Marina Puerto Bahia lies to the west of the town. It is a full service marina with all facilities including a pool, spa and hotel.
The feel of the town may change with the development of a new cruise ship dock, which will give the area more of a "tourist stop feel". Future plans include a mega marina where the current anchorage is located, similar to the harbor of Charlotte Amalie in the Virgin Islands, with a long rock breakwater, marina and shops.
Cruiser Highlights:
Apart from the wonderful beaches (including Playa Rincon ranked as one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world), the principle attraction is the incredible sight of hundreds of humpback whales, which during January to March, gather in the bay to mate and nurse their young. Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) and Los Haitises National Park (a limestone karst plateau with conical hills, sinkholes, and mangroves) are both nearby.
Los Haitises is a must see, with rock mounds, rain forests, caves, mangroves, rivers, and a good anchorage. The park area offers storm protection in season for shallower draft boats on the other side of the bay. This park is a beautiful huge area with caves and waterfalls to explore by dinghy. Remember to obtain a despacho to go over there!
Good protection in the marina which is a suitable place to leave your boat, plus customs and immigration on-site.
SSCA and OCC Port Officer:
Denise Simpson
E-mail: deniswithane61@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +1 (829) 926-9392
VHF Channel 68
Sv Fair Lady [Morgan Out Island 41ft ketch]
Based in Luperon but can assist with info. for the whole of DR.
Position:
19°11.39.4' N , 69°21.19.6'W (Marina Puerto Bahia)
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