Port of Majunga (Mahajanga)

The approach to Majunga (Mahajanga) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe De Sable Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Anorombato (0.9 NM WNW), Mahajanga Range Front (2.8 NM SSE), Mahajanga Range Rear (5.6 NM SE), Katsepy (5.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Majunga (Mahajanga) is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MG. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Majunga (Mahajanga) (MGMJN) 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 MGMJN on the live map.

The Port of Majunga (Mahajanga) is a port in MG. Its UN/LOCODE is MGMJN — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, MG, are the ISO country code for MG. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of Majunga (Mahajanga) operates in the UTC+3 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.

MAJUNGA (UN/Locode: MGMJN), Madagascar is a seaport located at approximately -15.72196° N, 46.31458° E.

Coordinates: -15.72196° N, 46.31458° E.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.

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.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Passenger and Tanker.