Navvygator - GPS for the Inland Waterways

Navvygator is a GPS mapping application for use on the UK Inland Waterways.

It has been used for over three years by experienced boaters, and downloaded and installed by over 2,000 boaters, who have all tested the software in real world situations. Their feedback has enabled the software to fit the needs of leisure boaters and continuous cruisers.

The software uses the detailed waterway maps from Water Explorer to display the canal and rivers as you cruise, augmented with the street and town maps from the Open Street Map project.

Click the thumbnails below to view screen shots of the application in use.

View the frequently asked questions (FAQ) and trouble shooting guide.

Click thumbnails to view screenshots

Features

Its FREE!
Full screen maps with real time positioning (from GPS)
Real time location publishing (if you have mobile internet 3G)
Automatic route recording and uploading to Water Explorer
Journey log, distance, lock and hour counter
Real time ETAs on locks and bridges

Features

Open Street Map backgrounds show streets, pubs and shops near the canals
Automatic map downloads & updates
Shows OS grid coordinates when you stop - useful for emergency services or when using paper based maps.
Gives orientation to setup satellite dish when you stop

What You Need

A laptop or computer on your boat running Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7.
An NMEA compatible GPS receiver connected to your computer (GlobalSat BU-353-S4 USB GPS Receiver recommended)

How To Get It

Register as a user on Water Explorer (its free)
Once logged in, click on "Download Navvygator" in the "Members" menu at the top of the page.

You will need a GPS device

Navvygator requires a GPS device to track your boats position as you move, the GlobalSat BU-353-S4 is perfect for this purpose (also works on Windows 8 which the BU-353 doesn't)

Recommended GPS

GlobalSat BU-353-S4 USB GPS Receiver