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Port of Victoria

CAVIC🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Victoria

Victoria is a Canadian harbor on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It handles a variety of vessel types, including bulk carriers, container ships, and passenger vessels. The port features anchorage loading and offloading facilities with channel depths up to 6.1 meters.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
17ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
L
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18670 →
GeoNames ID
6174071 →
Wikidata
Q135940238 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAVIC
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Area
West Coast Canada
Latitude
48.4250°
Longitude
-123.3825°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Victoria?+
The approach to Victoria is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Berens Island Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the W. Other aids include Ogden Point Breakwater (0.8 NM SSW), Ogden Point Breakwater Light (0.8 NM SSW), Brotchie Ledge (1.1 NM S), Fisgard (2.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Victoria?+
The Port of Victoria is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Victoria?+
You can track vessels near Victoria (CAVIC) 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 CAVIC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Victoria?+
The Port of Victoria 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.
What is the Port of Victoria?+
VICTORIA (UN/Locode: CAVIC), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 48.42500° N, -123.38250° E.
Where is the Port of Victoria located?+
Coordinates: 48.42500° N, -123.38250° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT SIDNEY — UN/Locode: CASDY — 48.65220° N, -123.39300° EPORT ANGELES — UN/Locode: USCLM — 48.12800° N, -123.43400° ECOWICHAN BAY — UN/Locode: CACCB — 48.73310° N, -123.62000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Victoria?+
Harbor type/size: River Natural and Very Small. Support: anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m and anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Victoria?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Victoria?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Victoria?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.