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Port of Banes

CUBAN🇨🇺Cuba

Port Location

About Port of Banes

Banes is a harbor located in Holguín Province, Cuba. It serves as a port for the region.

Background
Banes es una ciudad y uno de los 14 municipios que conforman la provincia de Holguín, situado en su extremo septentrional. El municipio se distingue por su litoral, con playas y bahías, así como por su historia y patrimonio cultural.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1887

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CUBAN
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
20.9192°
Longitude
-75.7056°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11876671 →
Wikidata
Q806424 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Banes?+
The approach to Banes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Playa Caracolillo Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the SE. Other aids include Cabo Lucrecia (10.3 NM NNE), Punta Sotavento (12.6 NM NNW), Punta Mayari (12.7 NM SE), Puerto De Vita (15.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Banes on?+
The Port of Banes is situated on the Caribbean Sea in CU. 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 Banes?+
You can track vessels near Banes (CUBAN) 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 CUBAN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Banes?+
The Port of Banes 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.