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Port of Guayaquil

ECGYE🇪🇨Ecuador

Port Location

About Port of Guayaquil

Also known as: Guayaquil

This is Ecuador's principal port, located on the Guayas River estuary leading to the Gulf of Guayaquil. It handles a significant volume of the country's international trade, including agricultural exports and manufactured imports. The port accommodates various vessel types and features essential tug and pilot services.

Background
Guayaquil, officially Santiago de Guayaquil, is the largest city in Ecuador and also the nation's economic capital and main port. The city is the capital of Guayas Province and the seat of Guayaquil Canton. The city is located on the west bank of the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Guayaquil.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C
Terminals
4

History

Established
1534

Terminals (4)

CONTECON GUAYAQUIL

CONTECON GUAYAQUIL S.A.

Av. De la Marina, Puerto Libertador Simón Bolívar, Guayaquil 090112, Ecuador

www.cgsa.com.ec →

TERMINAL BANANAPUERTO

NAPORTEC S.A.

Av. 52 y Av. De los Angeles Via Perimetral, Guayaquil 090209, Ecuador

www.camae.org →

TERMINAL PORTUARIO FERTISA

FERTISA FERTILIZANTES, TERMINALES I SERVICIOS S.A.

Av. San Juan Bosco y calle N (Via al Puerto Maritimo), Guayaquil, Ecuador

www.terminalfertisa.com →

TPG - TERMINAL PORTUARIO GUAYAQUIL (INARPI)

TERMINAL PORTUARIO DE GUAYAQUIL

Av. Los Angeles, Vía Perimetral, Isla Trinitaria, Calle 51 S.O. y 4° P.T. 30 S.O., Guayaquil, Ecuador

www.saam.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ECGYE
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
EC-G
Area
West South America
Latitude
-2.2560°
Longitude
-79.9437°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15275 →
GeoNames ID
13436795 →
Wikidata
Q43509 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.guayaquil.gob.ec →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Guayaquil?+
The approach to Guayaquil is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cerro Santa Ana Lighthouse at 6.1 NM to the NE. Other aids include Estero Salado F Range Rear (6.2 NM SW), Estero Salado E Range Rear (8.8 NM SSW), Estero Salado C Range Rear (22.6 NM SSW), Estero Salado (27.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Guayaquil on?+
The Port of Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil?+
You can track vessels near Guayaquil (ECGYE) 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 ECGYE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Guayaquil?+
The Port of Guayaquil 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.