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Port of Puerto La Cruz

VEPCZ🇻🇪Venezuela

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About Port of Puerto La Cruz

Also known as: Puerto La Cruz

Puerto La Cruz is a Venezuelan port established in 1862. It serves as a general cargo and passenger terminal. The port is equipped with pilot and tug services.

Background
Puerto La Cruz is a port city located in Anzoátegui State, in Venezuela. It is the seat of the Juan Antonio Sotillo Municipality. The city has road connections to the state capital, Barcelona, to Lecheria and to Guanta.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1862

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
10.2256°
Longitude
-64.6463°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12210 →
GeoNames ID
11525754 →
Wikidata
Q379509 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto La Cruz?

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The approach to Puerto La Cruz is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isla Chimana Segunda Lighthouse at 4.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Isla Borrachitos Del Este (7 NM WNW), Isla Picuda Chica (7 NM NE), La Borracha (7 NM NW), Isla De Adentro (16.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto La Cruz on?

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The Port of Puerto La Cruz 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 Puerto La Cruz?

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You can track vessels near Puerto La Cruz (VEPCZ) 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 VEPCZ on the live map.

Where is the Port of Puerto La Cruz?

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The Port of Puerto La Cruz is a port in VE. Its UN/LOCODE is VEPCZ — 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 VEPCZ 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 Puerto La Cruz?

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The Port of Puerto La Cruz 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.