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Port of Tolú

COTLU🇨🇴Colombia

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About Port of Tolú

Tolú is a small port located on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, in the Sucre department. It serves as a local fishing and general cargo hub.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
CO-SUC
Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
9.4954°
Longitude
-75.5995°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
COTLU
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Time Zone
UTC-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tolú?

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The approach to Tolú is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta De Piedra Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the SW. Other aids include Isla Ceycen (19.2 NM NW), Isla Múcura (23.5 NM NW), Roca Morrosquillo (24.2 NM WNW), Isla Fuerte (35 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Tolú on?

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The Port of Tolú 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 Tolú?

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You can track vessels near Tolú (COTLU) 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 COTLU on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tolú?

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The Port of Tolú is a port in CO. Its UN/LOCODE is COTLU — 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 COTLU mean?

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The first two characters, CO, are the ISO country code for CO. 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 Tolú?

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The Port of Tolú 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.