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Port of Petit Goâve

HTPEG🇭🇹Haiti

Port Location

About Port of Petit Goâve

This Haitian port, established in 1663, handles general cargo and passenger vessels. It is located on Haiti's southern coast, southwest of the capital.

Background
Petit-Goâve is a coastal commune in the Léogâne Arrondissement in the Ouest department of Haiti. It is located 68 kilometres (42 mi) southwest of Port-au-Prince. The town has a population of approximately 12,000 inhabitants.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1663

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
HT-OU
Latitude
18.4333°
Longitude
-72.8667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
10870 →
Wikidata
Q2009853 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Petit Goâve?+
The approach to Petit Goâve is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Banc de Rochelois Lighthouse at 23 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Cap Jacmel (24 NM SE), Les Arcadins (25.4 NM NNE), Pointe Du Lamentin (27 NM ENE), Pointe Fantasque (30.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Petit Goâve on?+
The Port of Petit Goâve 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 Petit Goâve?+
You can track vessels near Petit Goâve (HTPEG) 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 HTPEG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Petit Goâve?+
The Port of Petit Goâve 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.
What is the Port of Petit Goâve?+
PETIT GOAVE (UN/Locode: HTPEG), Haiti is a seaport located at approximately 18.43000° N, -72.87000° E.
Where is the Port of Petit Goâve located?+
Coordinates: 18.43000° N, -72.87000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MIRAGOANE — UN/Locode: HTMIR — 18.44733° N, -73.09882° EPORT AU PRINCE — UN/Locode: HTPAP — 18.55806° N, -72.36866° ELAFITEAU — UN/Locode: HTLFF — 18.69048° N, -72.35703° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Petit Goâve?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Petit Goâve?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Petit Goâve?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Passenger.