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Port of El Bluff

NIELB🇳🇮Nicaragua

Port Location

About Port of El Bluff

El Bluff is a port on Nicaragua's Caribbean coast, situated within Bluefields Lagoon. It handles limited cargo and serves as a base for local fishing fleets. The port features basic piers for its operations.

Background
Bluff is a port city on the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua within the bay of Bluefields. Bluff handles limited cargo and has basic piers. It is also a base for the sea-going fishing vessels on Nicaragua's Caribbean coast.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Coast Central America
Body of Water
Bluefields Lagoon
Latitude
11.9950°
Longitude
-83.6908°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NIELB
Country
🇳🇮Nicaragua
Time Zone
UTC-6

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q5350824 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of El Bluff?+
The approach to El Bluff is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is El Bluff Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 14 NM. Other aids include Little Corn Island (45.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of El Bluff on?+
The Port of El Bluff 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of El Bluff?+
You can track vessels near El Bluff (NIELB) 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 NIELB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of El Bluff?+
The Port of El Bluff 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.