Tiko (4°04'N., 9°22'E.), a large town, stands on the mainland close W of Tiko Island, about 8.5 miles NE of Entrance Point.
A narrow causeway connects the town with the W end of Tiko Island. Tiko Wharf is situated at the E end of the island. It lies parallel to the river and has a berth, 137m long, with depths of 5.8 to 7.6m alongside. Vessels of up to 150m in length and 6.1m draft have been accommodated.
Pilotage is compulsory. Pilots can be contacted by VHF and are provided from Douala. They generally board within Ambas Bay, close NE of Mondoleh Island.
It is reported (1990) that the port was seldom used and the berth could only be used by small vessels with drafts up to 2.5m.
Caution.—Numerous fishing stakes generally obstruct the entrance bar.
The buoys marking the fairway are moved to conform to frequent changes in the banks.
The sharp turns in the river must be navigated with great caution.
