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Port of Golfito

CRGLF🇨🇷Costa Rica

Port Location

About Port of Golfito

Golfito is a sheltered seaport on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast. It handles general cargo, passenger vessels, tankers, and pleasure craft. The port is situated within Golfito Bay, near the Panamanian border.

Background
Golfito is a district and port town of the Golfito canton, in the Puntarenas province of Costa Rica, located on the southern Pacific Coast, near the border of Panama.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15480 →
GeoNames ID
12719025 →
Wikidata
Q949409 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CRGLF
Country
🇨🇷Costa Rica
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CR-P
Area
West Coast Central America
Body of Water
Golfito
Latitude
8.6233°
Longitude
-83.1552°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Golfito?+
The approach to Golfito is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Curupacha Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the W. Other aids include Cabo Matapalo (16.8 NM SSW), Isla Burica (39.9 NM SSE), Isla del Caño (44.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Golfito on?+
The Port of Golfito is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CR. 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 Golfito?+
You can track vessels near Golfito (CRGLF) 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 CRGLF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Golfito?+
The Port of Golfito operates in the UTC-6 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 Golfito?+
GOLFITO BAY (UN/Locode: CRGLF), Costa Rica is a seaport located at approximately 8.62325° N, -83.15524° E.
Where is the Port of Golfito located?+
Coordinates: 8.62325° N, -83.15524° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PUERTO ARMUELLES — UN/Locode: PAAML — 8.21196° N, -82.87434° ECHARCO AZUL — UN/Locode: PACHA — 8.21000° N, -82.87000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Golfito?+
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 Golfito?+
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 Golfito?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft and Tanker.