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Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts

KNBAS🇰🇳Saint Kitts and Nevis

Port Location

About Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts

This pier serves as the primary seaport for Saint Kitts and Nevis, located on the island's southwestern coast. It handles a wide range of vessel types, including container, general cargo, passenger, and tanker ships. The port acts as a key commercial depot for the Leeward Islands.

Background
Basseterre is the capital and largest city of Saint Kitts and Nevis with an estimated population of 14,000 in 2018. Geographically, the Basseterre port is located at 17°18′N 62°44′W, on the south-western coast of Saint Kitts Island, and it is one of the chief commercial depots of the Leeward Islands. The city lies within Saint George Basseterre Parish.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1627

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
KNBAS
Country
🇰🇳Saint Kitts and Nevis
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
17.2895°
Longitude
-62.7181°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11810633 →
Wikidata
Q41295 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
The approach to Basseterre, Saint Kitts is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the NW. Other aids include Fort Gustave (37.5 NM NNW), Sandy Island (46.4 NM ESE), Groot Baai (47.7 NM NNW), Pillar Rock (49.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts on?+
The Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts is situated on the Caribbean Sea in KN. 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 Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
You can track vessels near Basseterre, Saint Kitts (KNBAS) 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 KNBAS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
The Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts 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.
What is the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
ST KITTS (UN/Locode: KNBAS), Saint Kitts and Nevis is a seaport located at approximately 17.28948° N, -62.71807° E.
Where is the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts located?+
Coordinates: 17.28948° N, -62.71807° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CHARLESTOWN — UN/Locode: KNCHA — 17.13062° N, -62.62868° ENEVIS — UN/Locode: KNNEV — 17.13000° N, -62.62000° ESINT EUSTATIUS — UN/Locode: BQEUX — 17.49580° N, -62.99951° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
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 Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
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 Basseterre, Saint Kitts?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.