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Port of Guarujá

BRGUJ🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Guarujá

Also known as: Hafen von Santos, Port de Santos, Port of Santos, Porto do Santos, Puerto de Santos

Located on the Paraguay River in Brazil's São Paulo state, Guarujá is a significant port established in 1934. It handles bulk cargo and general cargo, with facilities supporting large vessels. Pilotage and tug services are compulsory.

Background
Guarujá is a municipality in the São Paulo state of Brazil. It is part of the Metropolitan Region of the Baixada Santista. The population is 311,116 in an area of 143.58 km2 (55.44 sq mi). This place name comes from the Tupi language, and means "narrow path". The population is highly urbanized, forms a 2nd urban core and beachfront island across the river from São Vicente Island, the island is coterminous with the municipality, with exception of small offshore isles like Ilha dos Arvoredos.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1934

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BR-SP
Body of Water
Paraguay River
Latitude
-23.9833°
Longitude
-46.2333°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12970 →
GeoNames ID
11154362 →
Wikidata
Q271374 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.guaruja.sp.gov.br →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Guarujá?+
The approach to Guarujá is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rio De Meio Range Rear Lighthouse at 3.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ponta Da Praia (4.2 NM W), Ilha da Moela (4.4 NM SSW), Itapema (5 NM NW), Itapema Norte (5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Guarujá on?+
The Port of Guarujá is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Guarujá?+
You can track vessels near Guarujá (BRGUJ) 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 BRGUJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Guarujá?+
The Port of Guarujá 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.