Port of Punta del Este

UYPDP🇺🇾Uruguay

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About Port of Punta del Este

Punta del Este is a small port in Uruguay, primarily serving recreational and fishing vessels. It is located on the Atlantic coast, a popular tourist destination.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-34.9573°
Longitude
-54.9485°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
UYPDP
Country
🇺🇾Uruguay
Time Zone
UTC-3

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q17996596 →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Punta del Este?

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The approach to Punta del Este is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Negra (Punta Colorada) Lighthouse at 15.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Piriápolis Outer Breakwater) (17.1 NM WNW), Piriápolis Inner Breakwater) (17.2 NM WNW), Isla De Flores (48.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Punta del Este on?

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The Port of Punta del Este is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in UY. 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 Punta del Este?

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You can track vessels near Punta del Este (UYPDP) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Punta del Este?

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The Port of Punta del Este is a port in UY. Its UN/LOCODE is UYPDP — 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 UYPDP mean?

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The first two characters, UY, are the ISO country code for UY. 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 Punta del Este?

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The Port of Punta del Este 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.