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Port of Ciudad Guayana

VECGU🇻🇪Venezuela

Also known as: Muelle de San Felix, Muelle de San Félix, San Felix Port, San Félix Port

Located on the Orinoco River at its confluence with the Caroní River, Ciudad Guayana is a major Venezuelan port. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with tugs and compulsory pilotage. Established in 1961, it serves the industrial region.

Background
Ciudad Guayana is a city in Bolívar State, Venezuela. It stretches 40 kilometers along the south bank of the Orinoco river, at the point where it is joined by its main tributary, the Caroní River. The Caroní flows through the city from south to north, dividing it into its predominant halves — the old town of San Félix, to the east, and the newer area of Puerto Ordaz, to the west.
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Elevation
1m
Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
D
Established
1961
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
UN/LOCODE
VECGU
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Poor
Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
8.3888°
Longitude
-62.6499°
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What sea or ocean is the Port of Ciudad Guayana on?+
The Port of Ciudad Guayana is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean 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.
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The Port of Ciudad Guayana 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.