Kenya

Port of Mombasa (KE MBA)

UN/LOCODE
KE MBA
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
14 m
Nearest city
Mombasa
Body of water
Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Kenya
Port of Mombasa, Kenya © Andrew Thomas · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
Also known as
Mvita
Coordinates
-4.0667, 39.6667 (4°04′S 39°40′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, tide gates
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
3 m
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
9.4 m
Oil terminal depth
4.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Moderate Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#396
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #396
183.64
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 183.64

Mombasa is a seaport on the coast of Kenya, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 14.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Mombasa located?
Mombasa is a seaport in Kenya.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Mombasa?
The UN/LOCODE for Mombasa is KE MBA.
What is the channel depth at Mombasa?
The channel depth at Mombasa is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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