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Port of Cayenne

GFCAY🇬🇫French Guiana

Port Location

About Port of Cayenne

Also known as: Canal Leblond

Cayenne is a port located on the Atlantic coast of French Guiana. It handles general cargo and serves as a hub for regional maritime traffic. The port is accessible to various vessel types.

Background
Cayenne is the prefecture and capital city of French Guiana, an overseas region and department of France located in South America. The city stands on a former island at the mouth of the Cayenne River on the Atlantic coast. The city's motto is "fert aurum industria", which means "work brings wealth". Cayenne is the largest Francophone city of the South American continent.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1664

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GFCAY
Country
🇬🇫French Guiana
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
4.9317°
Longitude
-52.3283°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12455 →
GeoNames ID
3381216 →
Wikidata
Q44401 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ville-cayenne.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cayenne?+
The approach to Cayenne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fort Cépérou Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Cheval Blanc (1 NM WSW), L'Enfant Perdu (7.2 NM N), Kourou (22.4 NM NW), Île Royale (26.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cayenne on?+
The Port of Cayenne is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GF. 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 Cayenne?+
You can track vessels near Cayenne (GFCAY) 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 GFCAY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cayenne?+
The Port of Cayenne operates in the UTC-3 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.