Port of Ensenada

MXESE🇲🇽Mexico

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About Port of Ensenada

Also known as: Ensenada, Puerto Ensenada

This deepwater port in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, serves as a marine freight and cruise terminal. It is situated in Bahia de Todos Santos.

Background
The Port of Ensenada is a marine freight and cruise terminal in Ensenada, Baja California. This deepwater port lies in Bahia de Todos Santos.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15990 →
GeoNames ID
11347319 →
Wikidata
Q7231135 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.puertoensenada.com.mx →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MXESE
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
MX-BCN
Latitude
31.8500°
Longitude
-116.6000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ensenada?

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The approach to Ensenada is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ensenada City Lighthouses Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ensenada West Breakwater (1.4 NM WSW), Punta Morro (3.5 NM WNW), Punta San Miguel (8.4 NM WNW), Punta Banda (9.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Ensenada on?

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The Port of Ensenada is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in MX. 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 Ensenada?

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You can track vessels near Ensenada (MXESE) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Ensenada?

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The Port of Ensenada is a port in MX. Its UN/LOCODE is MXESE — 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 MXESE mean?

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The first two characters, MX, are the ISO country code for MX. 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 Ensenada?

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The Port of Ensenada operates in the UTC-8 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.