Port of Caripito

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About Port of Caripito

Also known as: Caripito

Caripito is a Venezuelan port located in Monagas state. It serves as a port of entry and handles cargo. The port has compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Caripito is a city in the state of Monagas, Venezuela. It has around 50,000 inhabitants. It is the third largest city in the state, after Maturín and Punta de Mata.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
27m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
D

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12280 →
GeoNames ID
11525746 →
Wikidata
Q2938844 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
VECAR
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
VE-N
Latitude
10.1333°
Longitude
-63.0333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Caripito is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Puerto Santo Lighthouse at 42.4 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Isla Cotorra (47.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Caripito on?

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The Port of Caripito is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VE. 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 of Caripito?

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You can track vessels near Caripito (VECAR) 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 Caripito?

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The Port of Caripito is a port in VE. Its UN/LOCODE is VECAR — 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 VECAR mean?

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The first two characters, VE, are the ISO country code for VE. 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 Caripito?

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The Port of Caripito 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.