Port of Kingscote

The controlling depth at Kingscote is 4.03 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.

The approach to Kingscote is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hope Cottage Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the S. Other aids include Cape Jervis (22.6 NM E), Cape St. Albans (26.1 NM ESE), Cape Willoughby (27.4 NM ESE), Troubridge Island (32.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Kingscote is situated on the Indian Ocean in AU. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Kingscote (AUKGC) 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 AUKGC on the live map.

The Port of Kingscote operates in the UTC+10:30 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.

KINGSCOTE (UN/Locode: AUKGC), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -35.63000° N, 137.63000° E.

Coordinates: -35.63000° N, 137.63000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PENNESHAW — UN/Locode: AUPEA — -35.71737° N, 137.94370° ERAPID BAY — UN/Locode: AURAB — -35.52109° N, 138.18660° EPORT GILES — UN/Locode: AUPGI — -35.02220° N, 137.76750° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 3.4m - 4.6m; anchorage depth 4.9m - 6.1m; cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m and maximum draft approx. 4.03 m.

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

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: 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: available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.