Port of Porto Amboim

The approach to Porto Amboim is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Porto Amboim Lighthouse at 2.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Cabo Das Tres Pontas (24.3 NM NNW), Novo Redondo (28.3 NM S), Quicombo (37.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Porto Amboim is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in AO. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Porto Amboim (AOPBN) 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 AOPBN on the live map.

The Port of Porto Amboim operates in the UTC+1 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.

AMBOIM (UN/Locode: AOPBN), Angola is a seaport located at approximately -10.73193° N, 13.74718° E.

Coordinates: -10.73193° N, 13.74718° E.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.