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Port of Puerto Deseado

ARPUD🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Deseado

Also known as: Puerto Deseado

This natural river port in Argentine Patagonia serves as a fishing and general cargo hub. It handles container, passenger, and tanker vessels, with fixed cranes offering lifts up to 24 MT. Pilotage is compulsory for navigation within the ría Deseado.

Background
Puerto Deseado es una ciudad y puerto pesquero en la Patagonia, en la provincia de Santa Cruz, Argentina, sobre la orilla norte de la ría Deseado. La ciudad se encuentra a 221 km de Caleta Olivia.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
27m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

History

Established
1884

Terminals

PUERTO DESEADO

UNIDAD EJECUTORA PORTUARIA DE SANTA CRUZ (UNEPOSC)

España s/n, 9050 Puerto Deseado, Santa Cruz, Argentina

uneposc.com.ar →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ARPUD
Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
AR-Z
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-47.7578°
Longitude
-65.8999°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13930 →
GeoNames ID
11525599 →
Wikidata
Q923541 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
deseado.gob.ar →

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
The approach to Puerto Deseado is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Alonso (Puerto Deseado Outer Range Rear) Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Estación (Puerto Deseado Outer Range Front) (0.2 NM ENE), Beauvoir (0.4 NM NE), Roca Magallanes (1 NM W), Isla Pingüino (11.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Deseado on?+
The Port of Puerto Deseado is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in AR. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Deseado (ARPUD) 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 ARPUD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
The Port of Puerto Deseado operates in the UTC-3 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.
What is the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
PUERTO DESEADO (UN/Locode: ARPUD), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -47.75777° N, -65.89986° E.
Where is the Port of Puerto Deseado located?+
Coordinates: -47.75777° N, -65.89986° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
Harbor type/size: River Natural and Very Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m and cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: not available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.