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PORT ALFRED

ZAAFD🇿🇦South Africa

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About PORT ALFRED

Port Alfred is a small harbor on South Africa's Eastern Cape coast. It primarily serves as a base for recreational vessels and fishing operations. The port features a lock system to maintain water levels within its basins.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
South Africa
Latitude
-33.5935°
Longitude
26.8915°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ZAAFD
Country
🇿🇦South Africa
Time Zone
UTC+2

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the PORT ALFRED?

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The approach to PORT ALFRED is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Great Fish Point Lighthouse at 11.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Bird Islands (33.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the PORT ALFRED on?

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The PORT ALFRED is situated on the Indian Ocean in ZA. 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 ALFRED?

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You can track vessels near PORT ALFRED (ZAAFD) 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 ZAAFD on the live map.

Where is the PORT ALFRED?

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The PORT ALFRED is a port in ZA. Its UN/LOCODE is ZAAFD — 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 ZAAFD mean?

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The first two characters, ZA, are the ISO country code for ZA. 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 ALFRED?

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The PORT ALFRED operates in the UTC+2 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.