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Port of Chacabuco

CLCHB🇨🇱Chile

Port Location

About Port of Chacabuco

Also known as: Bahia Chacabuco, Bahía Chacabuco, Puerto Chacabuco

Chacabuco is a key port serving Chile's Aysén Region, situated at the head of Aisén Fjord. It handles diverse cargo including fish and shellfish, and accommodates bulk carriers, container ships, and passenger vessels. The port features a ferry terminal and is a departure point for tours to Laguna San Rafael National Park.

Background
Puerto Chacabuco is a Chilean town in Aisén commune. Administratively it belongs to Aysén Province in Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region and is located at the head of Aisén Fjord. It is the main port of the region, a port of call for ships sailing to the Laguna San Rafael National Park and the terminus of a Navimag ferry service from Puerto Montt. The town is the site of important fish and shellfish processing plants. From the 1990s up to August 2003 there were plans for building an aluminium smelter in the town.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
8.02m
Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
52m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
N

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
14197 →
GeoNames ID
3895804 →
Wikidata
Q5492810 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CLCHB
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CL-AI
Latitude
-45.4833°
Longitude
-72.8167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Chacabuco?+
The controlling depth at Chacabuco is 8.02 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Chacabuco on?+
The Port of Chacabuco is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in CL. 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 Chacabuco?+
You can track vessels near Chacabuco (CLCHB) 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 CLCHB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chacabuco?+
The Port of Chacabuco 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.
What is the Port of Chacabuco?+
CHACABUCO (UN/Locode: CLCHB), Chile is a seaport located at approximately -45.29000° N, -72.49000° E.
Where is the Port of Chacabuco located?+
Coordinates: -45.29000° N, -72.49000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PUERTO CHACABUCO — UN/Locode: CLPCH — -45.46635° N, -72.82175° EPUERTO AISEN — UN/Locode: CLWPA — -45.47000° N, -72.82000° ECISNES — UN/Locode: CLCIS — -44.73058° N, -72.68654° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Chacabuco?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 8.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Chacabuco?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Chacabuco?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Chacabuco?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.