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Port Elizabeth, Bequia

VCBQU🇻🇨Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Port Location

About Port Elizabeth, Bequia

Port Elizabeth is the main harbor on the island of Bequia in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It serves as a passenger port, facilitating ferry and other vessel traffic within the Grenadines.

Background
Port Elizabeth is a town located on the island of Bequia, which is part of the Grenadines island chain. It is the capital of Grenadines Parish. The town was named after Princess Elizabeth in 1937 to commemorate the coronation of her parents.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
13.0114°
Longitude
-61.2377°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VCBQU
Country
🇻🇨Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Time Zone
UTC-4

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q2995389 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Elizabeth, Bequia?+
The approach to Port Elizabeth, Bequia is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fort Charlotte Lighthouse at 8.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Cap Moule À Chique (45.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Elizabeth, Bequia on?+
The Port Elizabeth, Bequia is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VC. 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 Elizabeth, Bequia?+
You can track vessels near Port Elizabeth, Bequia (VCBQU) 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 VCBQU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Elizabeth, Bequia?+
The Port Elizabeth, Bequia operates in the UTC-4 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 Elizabeth, Bequia?+
BEQUIA (UN/Locode: VCBQU), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a seaport located at approximately 13.01137° N, -61.23769° E.
Where is the Port Elizabeth, Bequia located?+
Coordinates: 13.01137° N, -61.23769° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MUSTIQUE — UN/Locode: VCMQS — 12.87808° N, -61.19125° EKINGSTOWN — UN/Locode: VCKTN — 13.15652° N, -61.23676° ECANOUAN — UN/Locode: VCCAN — 12.70756° N, -61.33062° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port Elizabeth, Bequia?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port Elizabeth, Bequia?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not 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; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port Elizabeth, Bequia?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.