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Port of Careiro da Várzea

BRCVZ🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Careiro da Várzea

Also known as: Careiro da Varzea, Careiro da Várzea

Located on the south bank of the Amazon River opposite Manaus, Careiro da Várzea serves as a port facility in the Brazilian state of Amazonas. Established in 1987, it functions as a point of transit and access within the Amazon basin.

Background
Careiro da Várzea is a municipality located in the Brazilian state of Amazonas. Its population was 30,846 (2020) and its area is 2,631 km2. It lies on the south (right) bank of the Amazon opposite Manaus.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Region

Subdivision
BR-AM
Latitude
-3.1833°
Longitude
-59.8167°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12965122 →
Wikidata
Q1807045 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.aam.org.br →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BRCVZ
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Careiro da Várzea?+
The approach to Careiro da Várzea is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Moronas Lighthouse at 7.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Pedra do Jacaré (7.9 NM NNE), Manaus Alfândega (12.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Careiro da Várzea on?+
The Port of Careiro da Várzea is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Careiro da Várzea?+
You can track vessels near Careiro da Várzea (BRCVZ) 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 BRCVZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Careiro da Várzea?+
The Port of Careiro da Várzea 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.