Port of Tortola

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About Port of Tortola

Also known as: Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour

Tortola is a harbor located in the British Virgin Islands. It serves as a key hub for the region's maritime activities.

Background
Tortola is the largest and most populated island of the British Virgin Islands, a group of islands that form part of the archipelago of the Virgin Islands. It has a surface area of 55.7 square kilometres with a total population of 23,908, with 9,400 residents in Road Town. Mount Sage is its highest point at 530 metres above sea level.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11971746 →
Wikidata
Q827604 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
VGTOV
Country
🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4845°
Longitude
-64.3878°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tortola?

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The approach to Tortola is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buck Island Lighthouse at 31.3 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Fort Louise Augusta (47.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Tortola on?

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The Port of 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 Tortola?

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You can track vessels near Tortola (VGTOV) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Tortola?

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The Port of Tortola is a port in VG. Its UN/LOCODE is VGTOV — 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 VGTOV mean?

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The first two characters, VG, are the ISO country code for VG. 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 Tortola?

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The Port of 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.