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Port of Waterfront

ZAWAT🇿🇦South Africa

Port Location

About Port of Waterfront

Also known as: Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

This harbor, located in Cape Town, South Africa, serves as a significant hub for commercial and leisure maritime activities. It accommodates a variety of vessel types and features extensive facilities.

Background
The V&A Waterfront, often referred to as The Waterfront and The V&A, is a mixed-use suburb in Cape Town, South Africa, featuring upmarket residential apartments, a major shopping mall, a marina, and multiple large hotels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Q137685525

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ZAWAT
Country
🇿🇦South Africa
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
ZA-WC
Latitude
-33.9167°
Longitude
18.4167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46770 →
GeoNames ID
7302724 →
Wikidata
Q2166975 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.waterfront.co.za →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Waterfront?+
The approach to Waterfront is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cape Town Entrance (Duncan Dock) Range Front Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the E with a nominal range of 13 NM. Other aids include Green Point (1.2 NM NW), Green Point (1.2 NM NW), Cape Town Breakwater (1.4 NM NE), Milnerton (4.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Waterfront?+
The Port of Waterfront is located within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Waterfront?+
You can track vessels near Waterfront (ZAWAT) 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 ZAWAT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Waterfront?+
The Port of Waterfront 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.