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Port of La Puntilla

ECLPT🇪🇨Ecuador

Port Location

About Port of La Puntilla

Also known as: Guayaquil

Established in 1534, La Puntilla serves as Ecuador's primary economic and maritime gateway on the Guayas River. This major port handles significant cargo volumes and is a key hub for international trade, supporting a wide range of vessel types.

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.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Latitude
-2.1500°
Longitude
-79.8667°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13436795 →
Wikidata
Q43509 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.guayaquil.gob.ec →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1534

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of La Puntilla?+
The approach to La Puntilla is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cerro Santa Ana Lighthouse at 1.9 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Estero Salado F Range Rear (14.1 NM SW), Estero Salado E Range Rear (16.6 NM SSW), Estero Salado C Range Rear (30.4 NM SSW), Punta Mandinga (35.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of La Puntilla on?+
The Port of La Puntilla 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 La Puntilla?+
You can track vessels near La Puntilla (ECLPT) 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 ECLPT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of La Puntilla?+
The Port of La Puntilla 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.