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Port of Cabañas

CUCAB🇨🇺Cuba

Port Location

About Port of Cabañas

Cabañas is a Cuban seaport handling container and general cargo. It features wharves and anchorages with depths up to 7.6 meters, suitable for medium-sized coastal vessels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
5.79m
Elevation
4m

Region

Latitude
22.9833°
Longitude
-82.9167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CUCAB
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3746804 →
Wikidata
Q111386567 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Cabañas?+
The controlling depth at Cabañas is 5.79 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cabañas?+
The approach to Cabañas is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cerro Frias Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Puerto Del Mariel (8.9 NM ENE), Punta del Morillo (13.1 NM W), Punta Gobernadora (16.6 NM W), Río Santa Ana (21.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cabañas on?+
The Port of Cabañas is situated on the Gulf of Mexico 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 Cabañas?+
You can track vessels near Cabañas (CUCAB) 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 CUCAB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cabañas?+
The Port of Cabañas 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.
What is the Port of Cabañas?+
CABANAS (UN/Locode: CUCAB), Cuba is a seaport located at approximately 23.00000° N, -82.98000° E.
Where is the Port of Cabañas located?+
Coordinates: 23.00000° N, -82.98000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MARIEL — UN/Locode: CUMAR — 23.00075° N, -82.76248° EHAVANA — UN/Locode: CUHAV — 23.13009° N, -82.34112° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Cabañas?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Medium. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 4.9m - 6.1m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 5.79 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cabañas?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Cabañas?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Cabañas?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container and General Cargo.