---
product_id: 402419015
title: "GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water"
brand: "garmin"
price: "€ 331.42"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Garmin"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/402419015-gpsmap-79s-marine-gps-handheld-with-worldwide-basemap-rugged-design
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
---

# Floats in water, IPX6 water-resistant Up to 20 hours battery life Multi-constellation satellite support GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water

**Brand:** garmin
**Price:** € 331.42
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧭 Own the waters, own the moment — Garmin GPSMAP 79s keeps you ahead of the tide.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GPSMAP 79s, Marine GPS Handheld with Worldwide Basemap, Rugged Design and Floats in Water by garmin
- **How much does it cost?** € 331.42 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/402419015-gpsmap-79s-marine-gps-handheld-with-worldwide-basemap-rugged-design)

## 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:** Store up to 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes, and 300 activities—never lose track of your journey.
- • **Power Through Your Day:** Long-lasting battery life of up to 20 hours in GPS mode means your exploration never has to pause.
- • **Stay Oriented Anywhere:** Integrated 3-axis tilt-compensated compass and barometric altimeter keep you perfectly aligned and informed.
- • **Built to Brave the Elements:** Rugged, floating design with IPX6 water resistance and scratch-resistant, fogproof display ensures durability on every adventure.
- • **Navigate with Global Precision:** Supports GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS & SBAS for unmatched worldwide tracking accuracy.

## Overview

The Garmin GPSMAP 79s is a rugged, floating marine handheld GPS featuring a high-resolution, sunlight-readable color display with scratch-resistant, fogproof glass. It supports multiple satellite constellations for reliable global tracking and includes a worldwide basemap. With expanded memory to save 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes, plus a built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter, it delivers precise navigation. Water-resistant to IPX6 standards and boasting up to 20 hours of battery life, it’s engineered for serious marine adventurers who demand durability and accuracy.

## 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.

Review: Gps - Excellent product.quick shipping
Review: This thing is awesome ! - Actually I use it as a backup and also when I'm on a boat with lesser experience than myself captain. These hand-helds are very accurate, a unit you can rely on.

## 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 |
| Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #43,525 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #43 in Handheld GPS Units #4,118 in Boating Equipment |
| Color | White |
| Connectivity technologies | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (142) |
| Date First Available | October 26, 2021 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
| Item model number | 010-02635-00 |
| Manufacturer | Garmin |
| OS | Windows |
| Other display features | Wireless |
| Product Dimensions | 2.67 x 6.85 x 1.67 inches |
| Scanner Resolution | 240 x 400 |
| Special features | Floats in water |
| Whats in the box | GPSMAP 79s; Lanyard; USB cable; Documentation |

## 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

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## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gps
*by C***S on October 13, 2025*

Excellent product.quick shipping

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This thing is awesome !
*by B***. on November 29, 2023*

Actually I use it as a backup and also when I'm on a boat with lesser experience than myself captain. These hand-helds are very accurate, a unit you can rely on.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Last long
*by T***R on March 27, 2024*

This is excellent quality It work very well for me

## 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

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*Last updated: 2026-03-07*