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Port of Puerto Caimito

PAPCA🇵🇦PA

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Caimito

The Port of Puerto Caimito (PAPCA) is a maritime port facility located in PA.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 8.8667°N, 79.7167°W. UN/LOCODE: PAPCA.

Geographic context: The Port of Puerto Caimito is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Puerto Caimito
Country
🇵🇦PA
UNLOCODE
PAPCA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
8.8667°
Longitude
-79.7167°

Navigation Aids Near Puerto Caimito

Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

9.7 NMNE

Pacific Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

9.8 NMNE

Balboa Southbound Rear Lighthouse

9.9 NMENE

Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

10 NMENE

Balboa Wharf Lighthouse

10.1 NMENE

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Caimito?+
The approach to Puerto Caimito is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 9.7 NM to the NE. Other aids include Pacific Entrance Range Rear (9.8 NM NE), Balboa Southbound Rear (9.9 NM ENE), Pacific Entrance Range Front (10 NM ENE), Balboa Wharf (10.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Puerto Caimito?+
The Port of Puerto Caimito is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Puerto Caimito?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Caimito (PAPCA) 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 PAPCA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Caimito?+
The Port of Puerto Caimito operates in the UTC-5 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.