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Port of HOUT BAY

ZAZCF🇿🇦ZA

Port Location

About Port of HOUT BAY

The Port of HOUT BAY (ZAZCF) is a maritime port facility located in ZA.. Local time zone: UTC+2.

Position: -34.0505°S, 18.3475°E. UN/LOCODE: ZAZCF.

Geographic context: The Port of HOUT BAY is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean, within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

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General Information

Port Name
HOUT BAY
Country
🇿🇦ZA
UNLOCODE
ZAZCF
Time Zone
UTC+2
Latitude
-34.0505°
Longitude
18.3475°

Navigation Aids Near HOUT BAY

Cape Town Entrance (Duncan Dock) Range Front Lighthouse

Range: 13 NM

9.1 NMNNE

Kalk Bay Breakwater Lighthouse

9.4 NMSSE

Gordan's Bay Harbour East Breakwater Lighthouse

26.3 NMESE

Gordan's Bay Harbour West Breakwater Lighthouse

26.3 NMESE

Cape Town Entrance (Duncan Dock) Range Rear Lighthouse

Range: 26 NM

39.3 NMNNW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of HOUT BAY?+
The approach to HOUT BAY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cape Town Entrance (Duncan Dock) Range Front Lighthouse at 9.1 NM to the NNE with a nominal range of 13 NM. Other aids include Kalk Bay Breakwater (9.4 NM SSE), Gordan's Bay Harbour East Breakwater (26.3 NM ESE), Gordan's Bay Harbour West Breakwater (26.3 NM ESE), Cape Town Entrance (Duncan Dock) Range Rear (39.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of HOUT BAY?+
The Port of HOUT BAY 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 HOUT BAY?+
You can track vessels near HOUT BAY (ZAZCF) 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 ZAZCF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of HOUT BAY?+
The Port of HOUT BAY 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.