If a yacht wishes to dock at Port Owen, they should contact me, the Marina Manager, at 076 362 2991, preferably before their arrival. Alternatively, they can reach me via email at manager@poma.co.za, where I will provide all the necessary pilotage information to ensure their journey into the Port Owen Marina goes smoothly.
Access to Port Owen Marina is restricted based on tidal conditions and is limited to vessels with a maximum draft of 2 meters. Additionally, always ensure you possess the necessary paperwork to secure a berth in the waterways. It’s important to note that Port Owen Marina is a residential facility, and we enforce rules and regulations concerning living aboard. I facilitate berth arrangements, clarify marina rules and local regulations, offer insights about the area and its available services, and help connect visitors with local suppliers and authorities as necessary. My aim is to ensure that visiting yachtsmen have a pleasant experience and feel welcomed throughout their stay at Port Owen.

Port Owen is a premier waterfront community where the Berg River meets the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 150 km north of Cape Town. Situated on the banks of the Berg River estuary.
The wider Velddrif region is famous for:
Commercial fishing and traditional "bokkom" fish drying.
Rich birdlife, with hundreds of bird species found in the Berg River Estuary.
Scenic wetlands and salt marshes.
Tourism, boating, and recreational water activities.
A relaxed West Coast lifestyle and strong maritime heritage.
Are there special offers for visiting international cruisers thinking about stopping at your marina?
No special offers for visiting international cruisers from POMA, but there is plenty activities to keep yourself occupied during your stay.
We have locally crafted gin and beer which you can do tastings in Port Owen.
We also offer a few tour cruises within the Port Owen Waterways and the bigger Bergrivier.