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Port of Caleta Coloso

CLCOL🇨🇱Chile

Port Location

About Port of Caleta Coloso

Also known as: Antofagasta

Caleta Coloso is a Chilean port established in 1868, located north of Antofagasta. It handles bulk cargo, containers, and offshore vessels. The port requires pilots and tugs for operations.

Background
Antofagasta is a port city in northern Chile, about 1,100 kilometres (700 mi) north of Santiago. It is the capital of Antofagasta Province and Antofagasta Region. As of the 2024 census, with a population of 401,096, it is the 5th-largest city in Chile.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1868

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CLCOL
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CL-AN
Area
West South America
Latitude
-23.7558°
Longitude
-70.4645°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
14660 →
GeoNames ID
11525658 →
Wikidata
Q3612 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.municipalidadantofagasta.cl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Caleta Coloso?+
The approach to Caleta Coloso is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Caleta Coloso Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Antofagasta (7.3 NM NNE), Antofagasta Molo Este (7.3 NM NNE), Punta Tetas (16.9 NM NNW), Puerto Mejillones Del Sur (39.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Caleta Coloso on?+
The Port of Caleta Coloso is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in CL. 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 Caleta Coloso?+
You can track vessels near Caleta Coloso (CLCOL) 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 CLCOL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Caleta Coloso?+
The Port of Caleta Coloso 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 Caleta Coloso?+
COLOSO (UN/Locode: CLCOL), Chile is a seaport located at approximately -23.75585° N, -70.46451° E.
Where is the Port of Caleta Coloso located?+
Coordinates: -23.75585° N, -70.46451° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ANTOFAGASTA — UN/Locode: CLANF — -23.64713° N, -70.40596° EMEJILLONES — UN/Locode: CLMJS — -23.08002° N, -70.40843° EPUERTO ANGAMOS — UN/Locode: CLPAG — -23.07000° N, -70.39000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Caleta Coloso?+
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 Caleta Coloso?+
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 Caleta Coloso?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container and Offshore.