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Port of Les Cayes

HTACA🇭🇹Haiti

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About Port of Les Cayes

Les Cayes is a port located on the southern coast of Haiti. It serves as a vital hub for the region, facilitating the import and export of goods. The port handles various cargo types and accommodates different vessel sizes.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
HT-SD
Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.1905°
Longitude
-73.7446°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
HTACA
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Time Zone
UTC-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Les Cayes?

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The approach to Les Cayes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Île Vache Lighthouse at 12.3 NM to the SE. Other aids include Pointe Gravois (13.2 NM SW), Grande Cayemite (27.2 NM N), Banc de Rochelois (40.9 NM NE), Cap Dame Marie (46.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Les Cayes on?

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The Port of Les Cayes is situated on the Caribbean Sea in HT. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Les Cayes?

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You can track vessels near Les Cayes (HTACA) 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 HTACA on the live map.

Where is the Port of Les Cayes?

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The Port of Les Cayes is a port in HT. Its UN/LOCODE is HTACA — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE HTACA mean?

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The first two characters, HT, are the ISO country code for HT. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Les Cayes?

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The Port of Les Cayes 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.