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Port of Tanga

TZTGT🇹🇿Tanzania

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About Port of Tanga

Tanga is Tanzania's second-largest port, situated on Tanga Bay along the Indian Ocean. It handles general cargo and is equipped with pilot and tug services.

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The Port of Tanga is the second largest port in Tanzania. It is located on Tanga Bay in Central ward of Tanga District of Tanga Region.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
17ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
21m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47030 →
GeoNames ID
149600 →
Wikidata
Q15940775 →
Wikipedia
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Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TZTGT
Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-5.0506°
Longitude
39.1261°

Terminals

TANGA TERMINAL (TPA)

TANZANIA PORTS AUTHORITY (TPA)

Port Road, P.O. Box 443, Central, 21101 Tanga, Tanzania

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tanga?

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The approach to Tanga is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ras Kasone Range Front Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Ras Kasone Range Rear (0.3 NM SSW), Ras Kasone (0.4 NM SW), Toten Island Range Rear (0.6 NM SW), Toten Island Range Front (1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Tanga on?

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The Port of Tanga is situated on the Indian Ocean in TZ. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tanga?

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You can track vessels near Tanga (TZTGT) 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 TZTGT on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tanga?

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The Port of Tanga is a port in TZ. Its UN/LOCODE is TZTGT — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE TZTGT mean?

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The first two characters, TZ, are the ISO country code for TZ. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tanga?

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The Port of Tanga operates in the UTC+3 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.