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Port of Santa Marta

COSMR🇨🇴Colombia

Port Location

About Port of Santa Marta

Also known as: Santa Marta

This historic port, established in 1525, is located on Colombia's Caribbean coast. It serves as a significant hub for handling bulk cargo, including coal and cement. The port is equipped with tugs and requires compulsory pilotage for vessel navigation.

Background
Santa Marta, officially the Distrito Turístico, Cultural e Histórico de Santa Marta, is a port city on the coast of the Caribbean Sea in northern Colombia. It is the capital of Magdalena Department and the fourth-largest urban city of the Caribbean Region of Colombia, after Barranquilla, Cartagena, and Soledad. Founded on July 29, 1525, by the Spanish conqueror Rodrigo de Bastidas, it was one of the first Spanish settlements in Colombia, its oldest surviving city, and second-oldest in South America. This city is situated on a bay by the same name and as such, it is a prime tourist destination in the Caribbean region.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U
Terminals
1

History

Established
1525

Terminals

SANTA MARTA INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL

SANTA MARTA INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL COMPANY S.A. (SMITCO)

Carrera 1A No. 10A-12, Interior Terminal Maritimo, Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia

www.smitco.com.co →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
COSMR
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
11.2437°
Longitude
-74.2219°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11934 →
GeoNames ID
11525603 →
Wikidata
Q209016 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.santamarta-magdalena.gov.co →
Seamark Type
harbour

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Santa Marta?+
The approach to Santa Marta is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Morro Grande Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Río Magdalena East Breakwater (37.9 NM WSW), San Nicolas Range Common Rear (38.1 NM WSW), Naval Base ARC Bolivar (38.2 NM WSW), Río Magdalena (38.2 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Santa Marta on?+
The Port of Santa Marta is situated on the Caribbean Sea in CO. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Santa Marta?+
You can track vessels near Santa Marta (COSMR) 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 COSMR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Santa Marta?+
The Port of Santa Marta operates in the UTC-5 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.