Port of Puerto Varas

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About Port of Puerto Varas

Puerto Varas is a small port located in Chile's Los Lagos Region. It serves as a local hub, primarily handling general cargo and passenger vessels. The port is situated on the shores of Lake Llanquihue.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

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

Region

Subdivision
CL-LL
Latitude
-41.3167°
Longitude
-72.9833°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Varas?

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The approach to Puerto Varas is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Banco San José Lighthouse at 25.2 NM to the S. Other aids include Bajo Corvio (32.8 NM SSW), Isla Queullin (33.6 NM S), Isla Tabón (36.4 NM SSW), Punta Tres Cruces (38.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Varas on?

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The Port of Puerto Varas 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 Puerto Varas?

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You can track vessels near Puerto Varas (CLPVS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Puerto Varas?

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The Port of Puerto Varas is a port in CL. Its UN/LOCODE is CLPVS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE CLPVS mean?

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The first two characters, CL, are the ISO country code for CL. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Varas?

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The Port of Puerto Varas 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.