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Port of El Palito

VEELP🇻🇪VE

Port Location

About Port of El Palito

The Port of El Palito (VEELP) is a maritime port facility located in VE.. Local time zone: UTC-4.

Position: 10.4975°N, 68.1365°W. UN/LOCODE: VEELP.

Geographic context: The Port of El Palito is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
El Palito
Country
🇻🇪VE
UNLOCODE
VEELP
Time Zone
UTC-4
Latitude
10.4975°
Longitude
-68.1365°

Navigation Aids Near El Palito

Fortín Solano Lighthouse

7.4 NMESE

Puerto Cabello Inner Port Range Front Lighthouse

9.3 NMESE

Puerto Cabello Inner Port Range Rear Lighthouse

9.3 NMESE

Isla Alcatráz Lighthouse

9.5 NME

Bahía de Turiamo Lighthouse

17.1 NME

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of El Palito?+
The approach to El Palito is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fortín Solano Lighthouse at 7.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Puerto Cabello Inner Port Range Front (9.3 NM ESE), Puerto Cabello Inner Port Range Rear (9.3 NM ESE), Isla Alcatráz (9.5 NM E), Bahía de Turiamo (17.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of El Palito on?+
The Port of El Palito 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 El Palito?+
You can track vessels near El Palito (VEELP) 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 VEELP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of El Palito?+
The Port of El Palito 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.