Port of La Vela de Coro

The approach to La Vela de Coro is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Taima-Taima Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the NE. Other aids include Punta Tomoro (17.6 NM ENE), Punta Adícora (32.1 NM NNW), Punta Fijo (40.3 NM WNW), Punta Zamuro (43.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of La Vela de Coro 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.

You can track vessels near La Vela de Coro (VELVL) 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 VELVL on the live map.

The Port of La Vela de Coro is a port in VE. Its UN/LOCODE is VELVL — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

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.

The Port of La Vela de Coro 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.