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Port of Cabo de Hornos

CLCHR🇨🇱Chile

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About Port of Cabo de Hornos

Cabo de Hornos is a Chilean seaport situated at the southern tip of Tierra del Fuego, marking the northern boundary of the Drake Passage. It handles a variety of vessel types including container ships, fishing vessels, tankers, and passenger craft.

Background
El cabo de Hornos es el más meridional de la isla de Hornos y del archipiélago de Tierra del Fuego; está ubicado en la zona austral de Chile y es tradicionalmente considerado el punto más meridional de América —aunque, en realidad, este corresponde al islote Águila en las islas Diego Ramírez, también pertenecientes a Chile—. Es el más austral de los tres grandes cabos del hemisferio sur del planeta y marca el límite norte del Pasaje de Drake o paso Drake, que separa a América de la Antártica, y une los océanos Pacífico y Atlántico.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q4078 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CLCHR
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Time Zone
UTC-3

Region

Subdivision
CL-MA
Latitude
-55.9667°
Longitude
-67.2000°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cabo de Hornos?+
The approach to Cabo de Hornos is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cabo de Hornos Lighthouse at 2.2 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cabo de Hornos on?+
The Port of Cabo de Hornos is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in CL. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Cabo de Hornos?+
You can track vessels near Cabo de Hornos (CLCHR) 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 CLCHR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cabo de Hornos?+
The Port of Cabo de Hornos 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 Cabo de Hornos?+
CABO DE HORNOS (UN/Locode: CLCHR), Chile is a seaport located at approximately -55.97000° N, -67.20000° E.
Where is the Port of Cabo de Hornos located?+
Coordinates: -55.97000° N, -67.20000° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cabo de Hornos?+
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 Cabo de Hornos?+
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 Cabo de Hornos?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, Fishing, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.