--- product_id: 402419015 title: "Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water" brand: "garmin" price: "VT117849" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Garmin" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/402419015-garmin-gpsmap-79s-marine-gps-handheld-with-worldwide-basemap-rugged store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Floats in water, IPX6 water-resistant Up to 20 hours GPS battery life Multi-constellation satellite support Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water **Brand:** garmin **Price:** VT117849 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧭 Float Above the Rest with Garmin GPSMAP 79s – Your Ultimate Marine Navigator! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water by garmin - **How much does it cost?** VT117849 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/402419015-garmin-gpsmap-79s-marine-gps-handheld-with-worldwide-basemap-rugged) ## Best For - garmin enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted garmin brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Memory That Keeps Up:** Save up to 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes—never lose your path. - • **Crystal Clear in Any Light:** Sunlight-readable, high-res color display with scratch-resistant, fogproof glass. - • **Navigate Anywhere, Anytime:** Supports GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo & more for global precision. - • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Rugged, floating design with IPX6 water resistance keeps you adventure-ready. - • **Stay Oriented with Confidence:** Built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated compass and barometric altimeter for exact heading and altitude. ## Overview The Garmin GPSMAP 79s is a rugged, floating marine GPS handheld featuring a sunlight-readable 3-inch color display, multi-constellation satellite support for worldwide tracking, and an IPX6 water-resistant design. It offers extensive memory to save 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes, includes a built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter, and delivers up to 20 hours of battery life—perfect for serious marine adventurers who demand reliability and precision on every voyage. ## Description Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fogproof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass. ## Features - Rugged, floating, water-resistant (IPX6 — unit level only) handheld GPS with a high-resolution color display and scratch-resistant, fogproof glass - Increased memory to save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fit activities - Supports multiple satellite constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) for reliable tracking around the world - Includes worldwide basemap - Built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows heading while standing still - Barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude - Battery life: up to 20 hours in GPS mode ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09GWCKR59 | | Additional Features | Floats in water | | Are Batteries Included | No | | Audio Output Mode | Digital | | Battery Average Life | 19 Hours | | Best Sellers Rank | #34,209 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #29 in Handheld GPS Units #4,654 in Boating Equipment | | Brand | Garmin | | Built-In Media | GPSMAP 79s; Lanyard; USB cable; Documentation | | Compatible Devices | Smartwatch | | Compatible Flash Memory Type | microSD | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Boat | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Control Method | Push Button | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 146 Reviews | | Display Type | LED or LCD | | Human-Interface Input | Buttons | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.67"L x 6.85"W x 1.67"H | | Item Type Name | Marine GPS | | Item Weight | 282 Grams | | Manufacturer | Garmin | | Map Types | North America | | Memory Storage Capacity | 8 GB | | Mfr Part Number | 010-02635-00 | | Model Name | GPSMAP 79s | | Model Number | 010-02635-00 | | Model Year | 2022 | | Mounting Type | Wrist Mount | | Operating System | Windows | | Resolution | 240 x 400 | | Screen Size | 3 Inches | | Special Feature | Floats in water | | Sport Type | Fishing | | Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS | | Touch Screen Type | Capacitive | | UPC | 753759288808 753759284510 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Vehicle Service Type | Boat | | Warranty Description | 1 year limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Digital - **Battery Life:** 19 Hours - **Brand:** Garmin - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Included Components:** GPSMAP 79s; Lanyard; USB cable; Documentation - **Map Type:** North America - **Model Name:** GPSMAP 79s - **Screen Size:** 3 Inches - **Special Feature:** Floats in water - **Vehicle Service Type:** Boat ## Images ![Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-vmICC0pL.jpg) ![Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QswXPkeiL.jpg) ![Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616PwLAuUWL.jpg) ![Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61RJCyzOK+L.jpg) ![Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61OePh3FOKL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: can other units be tracked so you know where your other party members are?** A: It depends on your set-up **Q: Are waterway maps available?** A: Yes **Q: Is it possible to use this device in the South American region?** A: It should it is a GPS. **Q: Does the 79s accept garmin micro sd cards from anywhere in the wirld or just north America?** A: Garmin 79 accepts micro sd cards for parts of the world other than north America. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by H***E on March 19, 2026* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by K***I on April 17, 2026* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***S on October 13, 2025* ## Frequently Bought Together - Garmin GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water - Garmin Colorado Series Marine Mount - Garmin Universal Carrying Case 010-10117-02 , Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? 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