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Port of Basco

PHBSO🇵🇭Philippines

Port Location

About Port of Basco

Also known as: Basco Port

Basco is a very small, fully sheltered coastal anchorage in the Philippines, handling general cargo and passenger vessels. It offers wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground, with channel depths up to 12.2 meters.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
15m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57970 →
GeoNames ID
1726446 →
Wikidata
Q111387307 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PHBSO
Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
PH-BTN
Latitude
20.4500°
Longitude
121.9667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Basco?+
The approach to Basco is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Basco Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Mahatao (2.9 NM S), Chavayan (11 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Basco on?+
The Port of Basco is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in PH. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Basco?+
You can track vessels near Basco (PHBSO) 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 PHBSO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Basco?+
The Port of Basco operates in the UTC+8 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.
What is the Port of Basco?+
BASCO (UN/Locode: PHBSO), Philippines (the) is a seaport located at approximately 20.45000° N, 121.97000° E.
Where is the Port of Basco located?+
Coordinates: 20.45000° N, 121.97000° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Basco?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Basco?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Basco?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Basco?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger and Special Craft.