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Port of Road Town, Tortola

VGRAD🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)

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About Port of Road Town, Tortola

Also known as: Village Cay Marina

Road Town is a marina and seaport on the south coast of Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. It handles a variety of vessel types including gas carriers, general cargo ships, tankers, and pleasure craft. The port is situated in the horseshoe-shaped Road Harbour.

Background
Road Town, located on Tortola, is the capital and largest town of the British Virgin Islands. It is situated on the horseshoe-shaped Road Harbour in the centre of the island's south coast. The population was about 15,000 in 2018.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11971943 →
Wikidata
Q179431 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
VGRAD
Country
🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4200°
Longitude
-64.6154°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
The approach to Road Town, Tortola is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buck Island Lighthouse at 17.9 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Fort Louise Augusta (40.2 NM S), Hams Bluff (41.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Road Town, Tortola on?+
The Port of Road Town, Tortola is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VG. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
You can track vessels near Road Town, Tortola (VGRAD) 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 VGRAD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
The Port of Road Town, Tortola 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.
What is the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
ROAD TOWN (UN/Locode: VGRAD), Virgin Islands (British) is a seaport located at approximately 18.41999° N, -64.61544° E.
Where is the Port of Road Town, Tortola located?+
Coordinates: 18.41999° N, -64.61544° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NORMAN ISLAND — UN/Locode: VGNIS — 18.31761° N, -64.61513° EJOST VAN DYKE — UN/Locode: VGJVD — 18.44164° N, -64.75000° ECRUZ BAY — UN/Locode: VICZB — 18.33289° N, -64.79600° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Road Town, Tortola?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.