No direct income from the berth itself. Revenue comes from using the dock for freight operations — loading cargo for the Boat Yard's smuggling contracts, staging contraband for the Smuggler's Warehouse, or running independent cargo missions. The berth's cranes enable handling heavy cargo that smaller docks can't accommodate, unlocking higher-value shipping contracts.
Overview
The Port Gellhorn Berth is a commercial dock berth at Port Gellhorn that provides permanent mooring for large vessels — yachts, cargo boats, and the kind of heavy watercraft that won't fit at marina docks. At $500,000, it's a specialized property for players invested in marine operations, providing secure deep-water storage and access to the port's commercial shipping infrastructure for legitimate and criminal logistics.
The berth includes a reinforced concrete dock, shore power connections, fuel lines, and a small harbormaster's office with a desk, phone, and wall-mounted navigation charts. Two heavy-duty cranes on the dock handle cargo loading and unloading, essential for freight operations and contraband transfers. The industrial setting — container stacks, diesel fumes, seagulls — contrasts sharply with the leisure-oriented Keys Marina Dock and Vice City Marina Slip.
The berth also doubles as personal boat storage — any watercraft you own can be docked here between missions, saving on marina fees elsewhere. The industrial port setting provides quick access to open water without navigating Vice City's congested waterfront, and the commercial shipping traffic provides natural cover for vessels carrying suspicious cargo. For players building a maritime criminal network alongside a Fishing Charter and Smuggler's Warehouse, the berth is the critical infrastructure that connects sea-based operations to land-based distribution.
Location & Setting
Port Gellhorn is Leonida's main commercial port — a sprawling industrial waterfront with container terminals, fuel depots, and fishing fleet docks. The berth is located in the general cargo section, away from the secured container terminal and customs checkpoint. Access is via the port's main gate (road) and the harbor channel (water), providing dual entry and exit options useful for both commercial operations and quick escapes.
The port environment is industrial and gritty — towering container cranes, rusted bollards, and the constant rumble of freight trucks navigating narrow access roads between stacked shipping containers. Your berth sits at the end of a concrete pier with deep-water access suitable for vessels up to 60 feet, flanked by commercial fishing boats and small cargo freighters. The berth includes a weather-beaten dock office with a desk, a maritime radio, and a wall chart showing shipping lanes and Coast Guard patrol schedules — essential intelligence for planning smuggling routes that avoid interception.
The dock office is sparsely furnished but functional — a maritime radio scanner monitors Coast Guard and harbor patrol frequencies, providing real-time intelligence on enforcement activity in the surrounding waters. A cargo manifest board tracks incoming shipments from your other maritime properties, and a lockbox under the desk holds emergency cash and a sidearm. The office's waterfront window faces the open harbor, giving you a clear view of approaching vessels and any law enforcement boats that might be circling.
Income & Revenue
No direct income from the berth itself. Revenue comes from using the dock for freight operations — loading cargo for the Boat Yard's smuggling contracts, staging contraband for the Smuggler's Warehouse, or running independent cargo missions. The berth's cranes enable handling heavy cargo that smaller docks can't accommodate, unlocking higher-value shipping contracts.
While the berth itself has no direct income stream, it serves as a critical logistics node that dramatically increases the profitability of other criminal properties. The Smuggler's Warehouse and Fishing Charter both benefit from having a dedicated dock — cargo transfers happen faster, and the port's commercial traffic provides cover for suspicious maritime activity. Some NPC contacts will pay docking fees to use your berth as a neutral meeting point for seaborne transactions, generating occasional income of $1,000–$3,000 per event.
Upgrades
Tier 1 — Secure Fencing ($50,000): Installs chain-link fencing, gate locks, and security lighting around the berth perimeter, preventing theft and unauthorized access. Tier 2 — Crane Upgrade ($100,000): Replaces the dock cranes with faster, higher-capacity models that reduce loading times by 40% and handle oversized cargo. Tier 3 — Fuel Station ($80,000): Adds a private diesel fuel pump, eliminating the need to refuel at commercial stations. Stored vessels are always fueled and ready. Tier 4 — Concealed Storage ($150,000): Constructs a hidden underground chamber beneath the dock with access via a concealed hatch, providing secure contraband storage invisible to port security inspections.
Tier 1 — Dock Extension ($65,000): Expands the berth to accommodate two vessels simultaneously and adds dock lighting for nighttime loading operations. Tier 2 — Cargo Crane ($110,000): A hydraulic crane for faster cargo transfers between vessels and trucks, cutting loading time in half and reducing exposure during smuggling operations. Tier 3 — Fuel Station ($45,000): A private fueling point that eliminates the need to refuel at public marinas where your vessel might be inspected.
Management
Minimal management — the berth is self-service. Dock your vessels, load cargo, depart. The harbormaster's office provides cargo manifests and shipping route information. Port security conducts periodic inspections of commercial berths, creating a risk factor for players storing contraband — the Tier 4 Concealed Storage eliminates this by hiding goods underground.
Port security conducts periodic inspections of docked vessels — if contraband is visible on your boat when an inspector arrives, you'll face fines and a temporary dock suspension. Keep cargo below decks or in hidden compartments before returning to berth. The dock office's maritime radio picks up Coast Guard communications, providing advance warning of patrol movements that you can use to time smuggling departures. Maintaining a clean berth — no suspicious cargo visible, mooring lines properly tied, fishing gear displayed prominently — reduces the frequency of random inspections.
Berth maintenance is minimal — pay the annual docking fee to the port authority through your phone's banking app, and keep the dock area clear of suspicious cargo during harbor patrol walkthroughs. The harbormaster NPC occasionally visits to verify your berth permit; having legitimate cargo or fishing equipment visible prevents unwanted scrutiny.
Strategy & Tips
The Port Gellhorn Berth is most valuable when paired with marine businesses. Purchase it alongside the Boat Yard and Smuggler's Warehouse for a complete port operations chain: store vessels at the berth, process cargo at the warehouse, and maintain boats at the yard. The Concealed Storage (Tier 4) is essential for any criminal port operations — without it, routine inspections risk exposing contraband.
The berth's crane access enables loading and unloading of heavy equipment, vehicles, and large containers that smaller marina facilities cannot handle. Commercial vessel insurance through the berth's port authority registration provides damage coverage during maritime operations, reducing the financial risk of weather damage and collision during cargo transport missions.
The berth's value is entirely strategic — buy it only after you've established maritime criminal operations through the Fishing Charter or Smuggler's Warehouse. Without other maritime properties generating cargo, the berth sits empty. But with an active smuggling pipeline, it becomes indispensable: a dedicated unloading point that avoids the inspection risk of public marinas and commercial docks.
GTA History
Port facilities in GTA have historically been mission locations rather than purchasable properties. GTA V's port was a heist location, and GTA Online's Kosatka submarine served as a mobile naval base. GTA 6's Port Gellhorn Berth is the first dedicated commercial dock property in the series, reflecting the expanded maritime focus of a game set in Florida's coastal geography.
The commercial berth at Port Gellhorn accommodates larger vessels than residential marina slips — cargo boats, fishing trawlers, and mid-size yachts that require deep-water docking and industrial loading equipment. The berth's commercial classification means cargo can be loaded and unloaded using the port's crane and forklift infrastructure, enabling legitimate freight operations that provide natural cover for contraband transport.
Revenue streams include vessel storage fees from NPC boat owners who need commercial-grade docking, cargo handling charges for freight operations, and periodic charter contracts for cargo transport between Port Gellhorn and Keys-based destinations. The berth's integration with Port Gellhorn's logistics network means your vessel movements are recorded in the port's legitimate traffic logs — providing documentary evidence of normal business operations if questioned by law enforcement about unusual maritime activity patterns. Tier 3 upgrades add a refrigerated container unit enabling perishable cargo transport, which opens high-margin legitimate contracts while also providing climate-controlled storage for temperature-sensitive contraband.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vessels can I dock?
The berth accommodates 2 large vessels (yachts, cargo boats) and 2 smaller craft (speedboats, fishing boats) simultaneously. Larger vessels require the deep-water berth position.
Do port security inspect my berth?
Yes — periodic inspections check for contraband and documentation. The Tier 4 Concealed Storage hides illegal goods from inspections entirely.
Is the berth near the Boat Yard?
Yes — both are at Port Gellhorn, within walking distance. Together with the Port Gellhorn Warehouse, they form a complete marine operations hub.
Is it required for 100% completion?
Yes — all properties count toward Property Mogul.
Can I live at the berth?
No — the berth has no residential facilities. The harbormaster's office provides a desk and phone but no save point or wardrobe. For a waterfront safehouse, consider the Keys Houseboat.
Last updated April 25, 2026.