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Port of Puerto Plata

DOPOP🇩🇴Dominican Republic

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About Port of Puerto Plata

Puerto Plata is the main port on the north coast of the Dominican Republic. It handles cargo operations and features the Taino Bay terminal, inaugurated in 2021, which accommodates both cargo and tourist vessels.

Background
The Port of Puerto Plata is found in San Felipe de Puerto Plata, in Dominican Republic. This is the main port on the north coast and is currently used for cargo operations. In December 2021, the new Taino Bay tourist and cargo terminal was inaugurated.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13132240 →
Wikidata
Q7231241 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DOPOP
Country
🇩🇴Dominican Republic
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
19.8020°
Longitude
-70.7006°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Plata?

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The approach to Puerto Plata is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Puerto Plata Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the E. Other aids include Puerto Plata Sector (0.3 NM SW), Cabo Francés Viejo (43.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Plata on?

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The Port of Puerto Plata is situated on the Caribbean Sea in DO. 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 Puerto Plata?

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You can track vessels near Puerto Plata (DOPOP) 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 DOPOP on the live map.

Where is the Port of Puerto Plata?

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The Port of Puerto Plata is a port in DO. Its UN/LOCODE is DOPOP — 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 DOPOP mean?

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The first two characters, DO, are the ISO country code for DO. 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 Puerto Plata?

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The Port of Puerto Plata operates in the UTC-4 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.