Port of Porto Belo

MZPBE🇲🇿Mozambique

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About Port of Porto Belo

Also known as: Macuse, Porto Belo

This port is located on the Indian Ocean coast of Mozambique. It serves as a harbor with pilotage and tug assistance.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46920 →
GeoNames ID
1028602 →
Wikidata
Q34965228 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MZPBE
Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-17.7000°
Longitude
37.1833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto Belo?

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The approach to Porto Belo is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Macuse Lighthouse at 4.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Vilhena (28.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Porto Belo on?

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The Port of Porto Belo 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.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Porto Belo?

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You can track vessels near Porto Belo (MZPBE) 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 Porto Belo?

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The Port of Porto Belo is a port in MZ. Its UN/LOCODE is MZPBE — 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 MZPBE mean?

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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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Belo?

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The Port of Porto Belo 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.