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Port of Akaroa

NZAKA🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of Akaroa

Akaroa is a natural harbor on New Zealand's Banks Peninsula. It serves as a port of call for cruise ships and is a popular destination for yachts. The harbor offers good shelter and is accessible to vessels with a draft of up to 10 meters.

Background
Akaroa Harbour is part of Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury region of New Zealand. The harbour enters from the southern coast of the peninsula, heading in a predominantly northerly direction. It is one of two major inlets in Banks Peninsula, on the coast of Canterbury, New Zealand; the other is Lyttelton Harbour on the northern coast.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55330 →
GeoNames ID
2194063 →
Wikidata
Q416076 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZAKA
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
NZ-CAN
Area
East Australia
Latitude
-43.8067°
Longitude
172.9604°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Akaroa?+
The approach to Akaroa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Akaroa Head Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Steep Head (8.2 NM ENE), Godley Head (14.8 NM NNW), Lyttelton Harbour (15.9 NM NW), Lyttelton Harbour (Gladstone Quay) (15.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Akaroa on?+
The Port of Akaroa is situated on the Tasman Sea in NZ. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Akaroa?+
You can track vessels near Akaroa (NZAKA) 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 NZAKA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Akaroa?+
The Port of Akaroa operates in the UTC+13 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.