Marina· Luzon (Ternate, Cavite)· Philippines

Caylabne Bay Marina

14° 16.6′ N · 120° 38.9′ E

A resort marina tucked into Caylabne Bay on the Ternate, Cavite coast, just south of the Manila Bay entrance. It is the closest quiet berth to Manila, about 3 hours away at 8 knots.

Practical

OSM marina position in Caylabne Bay (bay label 14.2785°N 120.6471°E). Caylabne Bay Resort & Marina advertises 'safe anchorage and mooring in all weathers' (their claim), 24-hour security with a patrol boat, and a 24-hour service boat. Also: free resort entry for boat owners and crew, F&B dine-in, takeout and on-boat catering, filtered drinking water and ice, water delivery to moored boats, in-water hull scrubbing, crew dormitory, pump-out and firefighting, and inspections for long-stay boats. Fuel comes through Punta Fuego Yacht Club; repairs through Papaya Yacht Charters and Services and other accredited providers. To keep a boat here they ask for ID, proof of ownership, a valid licence, insurance if available and CBRM forms. The FAQ's approach-depth answer is blank, so ask before entering. Medivac can be arranged at cost. Tel (63) 917-5-MARINA; Makati (632) 8813-8519. Distances by boat at 8 knots: Manila 3 hours, Puerto Azul 18 minutes, Tali Beach, Maya-Maya and Punta Fuego 1.5 hours.

Best for

A quiet base near Manila and the Corregidor channels