🇰🇾 George Town, Cayman Islands

Barcadere Marina

Barcadere Marina sits on George Town, Cayman Islands — part of the Greater Antilles cruising network. The basin geometry and depth support superyacht arrivals. On-site or adjacent customs clearance is available.

George Town, Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands (UK)

19 ft

Approx. depth

44/100

AI docking

52

Hurricane (island)

George Town

Harbor

Amenities & utilities

  • Superyacht
  • Fuel dock
  • Customs
Fuel dock
Restaurant
Pet friendly
30 AMP
50 AMP
100 AMP
Fresh water
Pump-out
Hurricane-rated

Docking Difficulty & Safety Insights

Barcadere Marina Docking Difficulty & Safety Insights

Live docking-condition assessment for Barcadere Marina in George Town, Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands (UK) — compiled from NOAA tidal stations and NWS marine broadcasts.

37
/100
Easy

Safe approach conditions

EasyModerateChallengingExpert

Navigating into a tropical wet slip at Barcadere Marina in Cayman Islands, Caribbean requires careful piloting through changing coastal cuts. Our real-time data engine shows wind speeds at 10 mph from the ESE alongside a slack low tide. Because this region features localized approach depths, our proprietary algorithms have factored in a localized coral and sandbar hazard to calculate the current AI Docking Difficulty Score at 37/100.

For captains navigating vessels over 40 feet or drafts deeper than 5 feet, approaching during an incoming high tide is highly recommended to ensure maximum hull clearance. Note that Barcadere Marina is designated as an Official Port of Entry, so plan your clearance paperwork accordingly. Utilize local visual piloting markers and maintain a strict watch on your depth sounder while transitioning past the channel markers.

This Caribbean marine assessment is dynamically compiled by WetSlipFinder by cross-referencing live local satellite data, regional wind alerts, and historical tidal baselines. We provide cruising captains with absolute clarity before making landfall.

Always confirm conditions with the Barcadere Marina dockmaster on VHF 16 / 68 before final approach. AI assessments supplement — never replace — local knowledge.

Marine weather at the slip

Wind, tidal current, tide, visibility, and a one-glance boating safety score.

Live Marine Weather, Tide & Docking Conditions for Barcadere Marina, George Town, Cayman Islands

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Plan your visit to Barcadere Marina

Cross-reference docking risk, weather, fuel, hazards, fishing, and navigation — purpose-built tools for George Town, Cayman Islands boaters.

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Cruising to Barcadere Marina, Cayman Islands

Barcadere Marina is one of the working marinas serving George Town on Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands (UK). As part of the Greater Antilles cruising network, it's a practical stop for boaters crossing between George Town and the wider Caribbean basin.

Boaters arriving by sea should plan their approach to George Town around prevailing trade winds and tide stage. The basin offers superyacht, fuel dock, customs, with customs clearance available on or near the dock. For real-time wind, tide, swell, and harbor entry guidance, use the live marine weather panel above and the AI docking score to gauge difficulty before you commit to the channel.

Looking for fuel, provisioning, or a backup slip? Check the nearby fuel docks and other Cayman Islands marinas in the sidebar, or browse the full Cayman Islands marina directory.

Barcadere Marina — frequently asked questions

Where is Barcadere Marina located?
Barcadere Marina is in George Town on Cayman Islands, Cayman Islands (UK), in the Greater Antilles region of the Caribbean.
Does Barcadere Marina have a fuel dock?
Yes — Barcadere Marina operates an on-site fuel dock. Call ahead during peak season and weekends to confirm hours and fuel availability.
How do I contact the dockmaster at Barcadere Marina?
Hail on VHF 16 on approach and switch to the marina's working channel for slip assignment.
What is the AI docking score for Barcadere Marina?
Barcadere Marina currently scores 44/100 on our AI docking conditions model, which blends approach geometry, prevailing trade winds, basin surge, channel currents, and traffic density at George Town.
Is Barcadere Marina hurricane protected?
Barcadere Marina is not specifically rated as a hurricane hole. Cayman Islands's overall hurricane preparedness score is 52/100 — review your storm plan before the season.