Port of Corinto

The controlling depth at Corinto is 10.66 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Corinto is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isla El Cardón Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the WSW with a nominal range of 996 NM. Other aids include Islas Farallones (46.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Corinto is situated on the Caribbean Sea in NI. 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 Corinto (NICIO) 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 NICIO on the live map.

The Port of Corinto operates in the UTC-6 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.

CORINTO (UN/Locode: NICIO), Nicaragua is a seaport located at approximately 12.48116° N, -87.17017° E.

Coordinates: 12.48116° N, -87.17017° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PUERTO SANDINO — UN/Locode: NIPSN — 12.19835° N, -86.76758° E

Harbor type/size: River Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 12.5m - 13.7m; oil terminal depth 12.5m - 13.7m and maximum draft approx. 10.66 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

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