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Port of Grand Turk Island

TCGDT🇹🇨Turks and Caicos Islands

Port Location

About Port of Grand Turk Island

Also known as: Hawks Nest Anchorage

Grand Turk Island serves as an anchorage in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It is a significant port of call for cruise ships visiting the tropical Atlantic.

Background
Grand Turk is an island in the Turks and Caicos Islands, a British Overseas Territory, tropical islands in the Lucayan Archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean and northern West Indies. It is the largest island in the Turks Islands at 18 km2 (6.9 sq mi). Grand Turk contains the territory's capital, Cockburn Town, and the JAGS McCartney International Airport. The island is the administrative, historic, cultural and financial centre of the territory and has the second-largest population of the islands at approximately 4,831 people in 2012.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3576988 →
Wikidata
Q1473924 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
TCGDT
Country
🇹🇨Turks and Caicos Islands
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
21.4275°
Longitude
-71.1465°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Grand Turk Island?+
The approach to Grand Turk Island is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Grand Turk Lighthouse at 5.1 NM to the N. Other aids include Big Sand Cay (15.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Grand Turk Island on?+
The Port of Grand Turk Island is situated on the Caribbean Sea in TC. 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 Grand Turk Island?+
You can track vessels near Grand Turk Island (TCGDT) 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 TCGDT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Grand Turk Island?+
The Port of Grand Turk Island 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.