Anchor in Gaspé

Come ashore to an awesome view of the bay and downtown Gaspé. Just a short walk from the docks is the cruise terminal where the tours buses and tourist information can be found. With a map in hand, guests can enjoy  walks around town to visit landmarks that tell the story of the Mi’gmaq First Nations as well as the Irish, French and English activities in the region beginning with  the arrival of Jacques Cartier  in 1534.

• Cruise terminal
• Tourist information
• 15 minutes by walk from downtown Gaspé (1.1 km)

Tender Port Area 

Port is certified ISPS

Secure anchorage position:

• Latitude : 48o 50’ 11.7”N / 48.836588
• Longitude : 64o 27’ 06.2”/ -64,451723
• Many safe anchoring points are indicated on the Canadian Hydrographic Services charts: #4416 & 4485.
• Minimum depth of anchorage: 15 meters (49 feet)
• Type of bottom: Sand, clay, no rocks
• Dominant winds: east/west, average 12 to 18 knots
• General slope: No major slope, even bottom

Tidal movement :

• 1.9 m /6.2 ft

Pilots :

• Upon request 

Tendering : 

• Distance to tender landing dock: 1.6 km / 1 mile
• Speed limit near the marina: 5 km/h

Landing docks : 

• Latitude:  48°49’42.0″N / 48.828340
• Longitude: 64°28’41.2″W / -64.478123
• Minimum depth : 4,6 m
• Number of tender places on the dock : 3
• Two gangways leading to shore (wheelchair accessible)
• Landing docks dimensions : 83 meters length by 5 meters wide and 53 cm above water level.
• Number of tenders available on site: N/A
• 2 passenger gangways – capable of taking out a large volume in a short time.
• Distances between mooring bollards: 4.5 meters between each, 21 in total – can be quickly adjusted as needed with the first tender.
• Exclusive use of quay during stopover: yes
• Downtown shuttle: we can offer a shuttle service with a guide on board (cost varies according to availability and your needs)
• Unload their own bikes: yes, this is possible.
• Reception building: not exclusive, but team adjustment for welcoming.
• Cruise line welcome kit: yes, we’re used to companies setting up their own welcome kiosks + welcome drinks and snacks. But we like to favor the use of local restaurants for meals during the call to maximize local benefits.
• Walking distance from tender boat to excursion transportation: 100 m
• Distance from cruise terminal to town: 1km /.05 miles

Drone :

• There are no specific restrictions at the marina, but it is forbidden at the dock (with the possibility of requesting authorization from the harbour master – Lise Nadeau).
• You must also comply with Transport Canada regulations: https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety
• If you need to film with a drone during a stopover, we have a professional available on site who can offer you this service (for a fee). He has all the necessary permits and a good knowledge of the local sector to fly in our region.