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Port of Maracaibo

VEMAR🇻🇪Venezuela

Port Location

About Port of Maracaibo

Also known as: Maracaibo

This port is located on the western shore of the strait connecting Lake Maracaibo to the Gulf of Venezuela. It serves as a key maritime gateway for Venezuela's oil industry.

Background
Maracaibo is a city and municipality in northwestern Venezuela, located on the western shore of the strait that connects Lake Maracaibo to the Gulf of Venezuela. It is the capital of Zulia and is the second-largest city proper in Venezuela, after the national capital, Caracas. The city has an estimated population of 1,752,602, with the metropolitan area estimated at 2,727,957 as of 2019. Maracaibo is commonly nicknamed "Spanish: La Tierra del Sol Amada".

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11525733 →
Wikidata
Q171632 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
10.6315°
Longitude
-71.6420°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Maracaibo?+
The approach to Maracaibo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Maracaibo Inner Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at 9.1 NM to the N. Other aids include Maracaibo Inner Channel Range Front (10 NM N), Maracaibo Channel Range Rear (13.5 NM N), Isla San Carlos (22.2 NM N), Canal Interior Malecon del Este (23.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Maracaibo on?+
The Port of Maracaibo 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 Maracaibo?+
You can track vessels near Maracaibo (VEMAR) 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 VEMAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Maracaibo?+
The Port of Maracaibo 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.