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Port of Caracas Bay

ANCRB🇦🇳AN

Port Location

About Port of Caracas Bay

The Port of Caracas Bay (ANCRB) is a maritime port facility located in AN. It features a maximum draft of 13.7m. Local time zone: UTC-4.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Caracas Bay is 13.7 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 12.0667°N, 68.8667°W. UN/LOCODE: ANCRB.

Geographic context: The Port of Caracas Bay is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13.7m

General Information

Port Name
Caracas Bay
Country
🇦🇳AN
UNLOCODE
ANCRB
Time Zone
UTC-4
Latitude
12.0667°
Longitude
-68.8667°

Navigation Aids Near Caracas Bay

Waterfort Lighthouse

4.6 NMWNW

Punt Kanon Lighthouse

7.7 NME

Kaap Sint Marie Lighthouse

13.4 NMWNW

Klein Curaçao Lighthouse

13.9 NMESE

Noordpunt Lighthouse

25.4 NMNW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Caracas Bay?+
The controlling depth at Caracas Bay is 13.7 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Caracas Bay?+
The approach to Caracas Bay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Waterfort Lighthouse at 4.6 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Punt Kanon (7.7 NM E), Kaap Sint Marie (13.4 NM WNW), Klein Curaçao (13.9 NM ESE), Noordpunt (25.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Caracas Bay on?+
The Port of Caracas Bay is situated on the Caribbean Sea in AN. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Caracas Bay?+
You can track vessels near Caracas Bay (ANCRB) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for ANCRB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Caracas Bay?+
The Port of Caracas Bay operates in the UTC-4 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.