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Port of Cul de Sac

LCCDS🇱🇨Saint Lucia

Port Location

About Port of Cul de Sac

Cul de Sac is a sheltered harbor in Saint Lucia. It handles a wide variety of vessel types, including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and pleasure craft. The port is equipped with tugs and requires pilotage for entry.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
45m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
N

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11625 →
GeoNames ID
12719304 →
Wikidata
Q27439192 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
LCCDS
Country
🇱🇨Saint Lucia
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
13.9835°
Longitude
-61.0145°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cul de Sac?+
The approach to Cul de Sac is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tapion Rock Lighthouse at 2 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Vigie (2.5 NM NNE), Cap Moule À Chique (16.9 NM SSE), Îlet Cabrit (26 NM NNE), Fort Saint-Louis (37 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cul de Sac on?+
The Port of Cul de Sac is situated on the Caribbean Sea in LC. 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 Cul de Sac?+
You can track vessels near Cul de Sac (LCCDS) 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 LCCDS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cul de Sac?+
The Port of Cul de Sac 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 Cul de Sac?+
CUL DE SAC (UN/Locode: LCCDS), Saint Lucia is a seaport located at approximately 13.98350° N, -61.01450° E.
Where is the Port of Cul de Sac located?+
Coordinates: 13.98350° N, -61.01450° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CASTRIES — UN/Locode: LCCAS — 14.01421° N, -61.00251° EVIEUX FORT — UN/Locode: LCVIF — 13.72050° N, -60.95650° ELE MARIN — UN/Locode: MQQMR — 14.46063° N, -60.87500° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cul de Sac?+
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 Cul de Sac?+
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 Cul de Sac?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.