Port Sarandë (Sarandë) Sarandë - Albania Town Pier in Sarandë, Vlorë

Port Sarandë is a town pier in Sarandë, Albania, positioned at coordinates 39.870216°N, 20.004020°E. Southern port of ENTRY into Albania. Recently renovated and extended - accommodates cruise ships. VERY CLOSE to Corfu (only 6 miles) - favorable, frequented port for clearing into Albania and visiting area.\n\nAnchoring and Berthing: Anchor in northern bay part, in sand, or where authorities direct. Ferry quay near Port Authority available (agent can arrange). WARNING: SW winds + bad swell - anchoring preferable. Dock recently rebuilt, good shape, very clean BUT rough concrete - concern if boat moving. Moor bow or stern-to using own anchor OR alongside. Depth at dock 4-6 meters. Limited electricity posts (240V), limited water. Toilets in port building. 24-hour security GOOD. Ferry dock close to everything - possible boat storage for inland travel. Nearby services: ATM, car rental, market, restaurant, anchorage.\n\nPier Specifications: PIER 1 - 50m length, depth 3.5-4m, processes Saranda-Corfu-Saranda ferries, accommodates up to 4 ferries vertical. PIER 2 - 180m length, depth 9m, cruise ships, tourist ferries 100-210m, sometimes \"dolphin\" ferries.\n\nTip: Albania southern entry port, 6 miles from Corfu - easy clearance position. Recently renovated with cruise ship capacity. Anchor north bay (sand) or ferry quay berthing (4-6m, bow/stern-to). SW wind/swell - anchor better than dock. Rough concrete dock - fender well. Good 24h security, close to amenities - viable inland travel storage. The Corfu proximity and Albania entry status make this strategic cruising stop.