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Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo

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Port Location

About Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo

Also known as: Ma`aganat Tel-Aviv, Ma‘aganat Tel-Aviv, מעגנת תל-אביב

This marina on the Mediterranean Sea, established in 1909, serves the Tel Aviv-Yafo metropolitan area. It functions as a harbor for recreational vessels.

Background
Tel Aviv, officially Tel Aviv-Yafo, and also known as Tel Aviv-Jaffa, is the most populous city in the Gush Dan metropolitan area of Israel. Located on the Israeli Mediterranean coastline and with a population of 494,900, it is the economic and technological center of the country and a global high-tech hub. If East Jerusalem is considered part of Israel, Tel Aviv is the country's second-most-populous city, after Jerusalem; if not, Tel Aviv is the most populous city, ahead of West Jerusalem.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1909

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ILTLV
Country
🇮🇱Israel
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
IL-TA
Area
East Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
32.0904°
Longitude
34.7686°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11557887 →
Wikidata
Q33935 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tel-aviv.gov.il →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo?+
The approach to Tel Aviv-Yafo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tel Aviv Marina Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Tel Aviv (Reading, Tel Kudadi, Hayarkon, Auja) (0.9 NM NNE), Tel-Aviv (0.9 NM NNE), Yafo (2.3 NM SSW), Jaffa (2.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo?+
The Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo?+
You can track vessels near Tel Aviv-Yafo (ILTLV) 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 ILTLV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo?+
The Port of Tel Aviv-Yafo operates in the UTC+2 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.