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Port of ORAKEI

AUORK🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of ORAKEI

Ōrākei is a marina located on the Waitematā Harbour in Auckland, New Zealand. It accommodates recreational vessels and features pilotage services.

Background
Ōrākei is a suburb of Auckland city, in the North Island of New Zealand. It is located on a peninsula five kilometres to the east of the city centre, on the shore of the Waitematā Harbour, which lies to the north, and Hobson Bay and Ōrākei Basin, two arms of the Waitematā, which lie to the west and south. To the east is the suburb of Mission Bay. Takaparawhau / Bastion Point is a coastal piece of land in Ōrākei. Between Takaparawhau and Paritai Drive is Ōkahu Bay and Reserve.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55060 →
GeoNames ID
13405838 →
Wikidata
Q7099353 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUORK
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
East Australia
Latitude
-36.8511°
Longitude
174.8087°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of ORAKEI?+
The approach to ORAKEI is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bean Rock Lighthouse at 1.5 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 14 NM. Other aids include Auckland Harbour Lighthouses (4.2 NM N), Rangitoto Beacon (4.2 NM N), Tiritiri Matangi Island (15.3 NM NNE), Manukau Harbour Lighthouses (17.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of ORAKEI on?+
The Port of ORAKEI is situated on the Tasman Sea in NZ. 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 ORAKEI?+
You can track vessels near ORAKEI (AUORK) 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 AUORK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of ORAKEI?+
The Port of ORAKEI operates in the UTC+13 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.