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Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz

ECAYO🇪🇨Ecuador

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz

Puerto Ayora is an anchorage located on Isla Santa Cruz in Ecuador's Galapagos Province. It serves as a primary hub for the Galapagos Islands, facilitating the transfer of passengers and cargo to and from the archipelago.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3653763 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ECAYO
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
EC-W
Area
West South America
Latitude
-0.7471°
Longitude
-90.3097°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz?+
The approach to Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Estrada Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Punta Lido (42.7 NM ESE), Cerro Colorado (43 NM ESE), Playaman (43 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz on?+
The Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in EC. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz (ECAYO) 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 ECAYO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz?+
The Port of Puerto Ayora, Isla Santa Cruz 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.