Description:
Saint Laurent lies on French Guiana's biggest river, the Maroni, which marks the border with Suriname. The port is about 15 miles from the entrance and is opposite the town of Albina in Suriname. It contains many restored buildings from the period when it served as a French penal colony and is a wonderful historical centre with lots of character.
The marina is situated in the centre of the historic town with everything within easy walking distance.
Cruiser Highlights:
The small marina here offers services to cruisers. This is a good option for hurricane season. As your yacht is in fresh water, the hull is automatically cleaned. Easy access to the town for provisions.
Entrance Notes and Cautions:
A buoyed channel for cargo vessels marks the route. The buoys are moved regularly to provide the best route. Please follow them and not your charts!
If in doubt (buoys are widely spaced), keep as close as possible to the French side of the river. The minimum depth at high tide is over 4m.
Beware of fishing nets when approaching the Maroni river’s safe water mark.
While night entry is possible, it is not recommended as buoys closer to Saint Laurent are not lit.
It is possible to anchor in any of the creeks to await a favorable tide to continue on towards the marina.
Position:
5°30.2' N, 54° 1.5' W
Last updated: September 2023
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