Yacht Services
Information for yacht owners and crews planning a visit to Hurakabra on the Essequibo River.
Arriving from the Caribbean
You are advised that cruise yachts wishing to sail to Guyana from the Caribbean should consult the Doyle Cruising Guide (www.doyleguides.com 🡥).
We can also offer the following advice:
Approaching Guyana
On approaching Guyana, you can contact the Lighthouse Tower - SSB frequency is 8281.2 and VHF.
* You should approach on a rising tide and may anchor off Roeden Rust Marina.
* You can anchor about 50 yards off the end of the Marina dock, where even at low tide, you should have a minimum of 10ft of water.
* Once you remain in the channel approaching Parika from the mouth, as indicated by Doyle, you should have no problem with the depth unless you have a draught exceeding 9 ft and the tide is dead low.
Roeden Rust Marina
We are not sure whether the Doyle Guide gives you the coordinates for the Roeden Rust Marina.
The coordinates taken from Admiralty Chart 2782 (1929) are:
06° 50.3' N / 058° 27.4' W
It is within sight of the Parika Stelling at:
06° 51.9' N / 058° 25.5' W
Remain at anchor — depending on your arrival, you may have to overnight at anchor for a suitable tide that will allow you to approach Bartica towards high tide at Bartica.
High tide at Bartica is approximately 4 hours after high tide at Roeden Rust, which is approximately 1 hour after high tide at the bar.
Roeden Rust Marina Facilities
It is a small marina with minimum facilities.
Phone: (592) 262-0290
Strictly speaking, you should not land as you will not have cleared in. However, they can assist you with minor emergencies or small amounts of fuel should you need assistance.
You can dinghy in.
From Bartica to Hurakabra
The Doyle Guide has published the waypoints for Bartica.
Hurakabra Resort is close to Bartica and where you would be more than welcome to anchor.
Customs & Immigration
Customs, Immigration and Port Health facilities are available to all yachts visiting Guyana.
We recommend, however, that you check in at the Bartica Port of Entry in the Essequibo River. Our Customs and Immigration facilities for the purpose of yachts reporting their arrival and departure are simple and straightforward.
Our Services
Hurakabra provides a range of practical services and facilities for visiting yachts and their crews.
Visiting yachts can make use of the following facilities:
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Free anchorage
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Garbage disposal
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Beach chairs and hammocks
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Toilets and showers
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Kayaking and pedal boat
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Swimming
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Grounds for walks
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Indoor and outdoor games:
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Including badminton, table tennis, volleyball, Frisbee, billiards, and more.
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Rainwater supply
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Library and maps
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Limited local landline telephone calls
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Internet access
Boat & River Services
We can also assist with:
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Boat piloting from Parika to Bartica and Hurakabra
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Ice
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Fuel supply and delivery
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Trips to Bartica for food and other supplies
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Boat caretaking while you are away
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Long-term boat caretaking while you are out of the country
Laundry & Meals
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Laundry is hand-washed & sun dried
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Meals can be arranged with advanced notice
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Bar service is also available, including beers, juices, liquors and wine.
Packages & Deliveries
Packages can be collected and delivered from Georgetown through services including Jet Pack, DHL, FedEx and UPS.
Trips Around Guyana
Trips can be arranged to interior locations, waterfalls and other destinations, including:
Essequibo River
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Marshall Falls Rapids
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Baracara Falls
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Historic Dutch Forts
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Parrot Island
Interior & Falls
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Kaieteur Falls
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Orinduik Falls
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Shell Beach
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Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve
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Canopy Walkway
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Karanambu Ranch
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Surama Village
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Rockview Resort
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Dadanama Ranch
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Various locations throughout the Rupununi
Georgetown Services
We can also assist with:
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Hotel bookings in Georgetown
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Corporate hotel rates for Hurakabra guests
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Taxis to and from Georgetown
