Port of Mocímboa da Praia

The approach to Mocímboa da Praia is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ilha Tambuzi Lighthouse at 17.2 NM to the E. Other aids include Ilha Vamizi (28.9 NM NE), Ilha Medjumbe (32.3 NM SSE), Cabo Delgado (42 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Mocímboa da Praia is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MZ. 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 Mocímboa da Praia (MZMZB) 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 MZMZB on the live map.

The Port of Mocímboa da Praia is a port in MZ. Its UN/LOCODE is MZMZB — 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, MZ, are the ISO country code for MZ. 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 Mocímboa da Praia operates in the UTC+2 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.