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Port of Tulear (Toliara)

MGTLE🇲🇬Madagascar

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About Port of Tulear (Toliara)

Also known as: Baie de Tulear, Rade de Toliara, Rade de Tulear, Tulear Bay

Tulear is an anchorage port on Madagascar's southwest coast, facing the Indian Ocean. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, passenger vessels, Ro-Ro, and tankers. Pilotage and tug services are available.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47460 →
GeoNames ID
1055427 →
Wikidata
Q111387035 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MGTLE
Country
🇲🇬Madagascar
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-23.3719°
Longitude
43.6679°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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The approach to Tulear (Toliara) is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Anosy Beacon Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Anosy Beacon (1.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Tulear (Toliara) on?

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The Port of Tulear (Toliara) is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MG. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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You can track vessels near Tulear (Toliara) (MGTLE) 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 MGTLE on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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

What does the UN/LOCODE MGTLE mean?

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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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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The Port of Tulear (Toliara) 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.

What is the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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TULEAR (UN/Locode: MGTLE), Madagascar is a seaport located at approximately -23.37188° N, 43.66795° E.

Where is the Port of Tulear (Toliara) located?

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Coordinates: -23.37188° N, 43.66795° E.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tulear (Toliara)?

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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 Tulear (Toliara)?

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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 Tulear (Toliara)?

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