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Port of Hitia'a

PFHIT🇵🇫French Polynesia

Port Location

About Port of Hitia'a

Also known as: Bougainville Harbor, Mouillage de Bougainville

Hitia'a is an anchorage located on the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia. It serves as a sheltered area for vessels.

Background
Hitiaʻa est une commune associée qui est située sur l'île de Tahiti, en Polynésie française. Il constitue une commune associée de la commune de Hitiaʻa O te Ra dont font également partie Tiarei, Mahaena et Papenoo.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
PF--
Latitude
-17.6000°
Longitude
-149.3167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PFHIT
Country
🇵🇫French Polynesia
Time Zone
UTC-10
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4034580 →
Wikidata
Q3138632 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hitia'a?+
The approach to Hitia'a is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Vénus Lighthouse at 12 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Pointe Aroa (27.3 NM WNW), Tetiaroa (35.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hitia'a on?+
The Port of Hitia'a is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in PF. 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 Hitia'a?+
You can track vessels near Hitia'a (PFHIT) 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 PFHIT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hitia'a?+
The Port of Hitia'a operates in the UTC-10 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.