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Port of Baillif

GPAIF🇬🇵Guadeloupe

Port Location

About Port of Baillif

Also known as: Petit Canal

Baillif is a small port located on Basse-Terre Island in Guadeloupe. It serves as a canal port with limited shelter. Pilotage is compulsory for vessels calling at this facility.

Background
Baillif is a commune of Guadeloupe, an overseas region and department of France located in the Lesser Antilles. Baillif is a suburb of Basse-Terre, the prefecture and the second-largest urban area of Guadeloupe located on Basse-Terre Island.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
29m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11460 →
GeoNames ID
11544771 →
Wikidata
Q773569 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ville-baillif.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GPAIF
Country
🇬🇵Guadeloupe
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Latitude
16.0333°
Longitude
-61.7333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Baillif?+
The approach to Baillif is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Anse À La Barque (4.3 NM NNW), Vieux-Fort (5.3 NM SSE), Trois-Rivières (6.4 NM SE), Bourg Des Saintes (13.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Baillif on?+
The Port of Baillif is situated on the Caribbean Sea in GP. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Baillif?+
You can track vessels near Baillif (GPAIF) 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 GPAIF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Baillif?+
The Port of Baillif 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.