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Port of Charlestown

KNCHA🇰🇳Saint Kitts and Nevis

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About Port of Charlestown

Charlestown is a seaport in Saint Kitts and Nevis. It primarily handles passenger vessels. The port is situated on the island of Nevis.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13353780 →
Wikidata
Q111386494 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
KNCHA
Country
🇰🇳Saint Kitts and Nevis
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
17.1306°
Longitude
-62.6287°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Charlestown?+
The approach to Charlestown is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse at 11.2 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Sandy Island (40.3 NM E), Pillar Rock (43 NM E), St. John'S (45.3 NM E), Fort Gustave (48 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Charlestown on?+
The Port of Charlestown 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 Charlestown?+
You can track vessels near Charlestown (KNCHA) 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 KNCHA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Charlestown?+
The Port of Charlestown 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 Charlestown?+
CHARLESTOWN (UN/Locode: KNCHA), Saint Kitts and Nevis is a seaport located at approximately 17.13062° N, -62.62868° E.
Where is the Port of Charlestown located?+
Coordinates: 17.13062° N, -62.62868° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NEVIS — UN/Locode: KNNEV — 17.13000° N, -62.62000° EST KITTS — UN/Locode: KNBAS — 17.28948° N, -62.71807° ESINT EUSTATIUS — UN/Locode: BQEUX — 17.49580° N, -62.99951° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Charlestown?+
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 Charlestown?+
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 Charlestown?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.