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Port of WHITIANGA

NZWTZ🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of WHITIANGA

Whitianga is a harbor located on Mercury Bay on the northeastern coast of New Zealand's Coromandel Peninsula. It serves as a local port for recreational and smaller commercial vessels.

Background
Whitianga is a town on the Coromandel Peninsula, in the Waikato region of New Zealand's North Island. The town is located on Mercury Bay, on the northeastern coast of the peninsula. The town has a permanent population of 6,140 as of June 2025, making it the second-largest town on the Coromandel Peninsula behind Thames.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
92m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2179101 →
Wikidata
Q1375183 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Australia
Latitude
-36.8398°
Longitude
175.7053°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WHITIANGA?+
The approach to WHITIANGA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Slipper Island Lighthouse at 17.3 NM to the SE. Other aids include Cuvier Island (24.3 NM N), Ponui Passage (25.4 NM W), Waikato Region East Coast Lighthouses (30.9 NM NW), Tiritiri Matangi Island (41.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of WHITIANGA on?+
The Port of WHITIANGA is situated on the South Pacific Ocean 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 WHITIANGA?+
You can track vessels near WHITIANGA (NZWTZ) 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 NZWTZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WHITIANGA?+
The Port of WHITIANGA 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.