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Port of Bushiribana

AWBUS🇦🇼Aruba

Port Location

About Port of Bushiribana

Also known as: Oranjestad, Paarden Baai

Bushiribana is a historic harbor on Aruba, formerly the site of a gold mill. Its current function is not specified, but it is located on the island's northern coast.

Background
Bushiribana is a ruin of a former gold mill on Aruba. The Aruba Island Gold Mining Company built the gold mill in 1825 to extract gold from the ore that was being mined in the nearby hills of Sero Plat; it operated for ten years.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Region

Latitude
12.5500°
Longitude
-69.9667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AWBUS
Country
🇦🇼Aruba
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11433862 →
Wikidata
Q13446705 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bushiribana?+
The approach to Bushiribana is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Noordwestpunt Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the NW with a nominal range of 19 NM. Other aids include Seroe (9.7 NM SE), Punta Macolla (30.8 NM SSW), Punta Adícora (37.6 NM SSE), Noordpunt (48.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Bushiribana on?+
The Port of Bushiribana is situated on the Caribbean Sea in AW. 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 Bushiribana?+
You can track vessels near Bushiribana (AWBUS) 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 AWBUS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bushiribana?+
The Port of Bushiribana 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.