Sri Lanka

Port of Galle Harbor (LK GAL)

UN/LOCODE
LK GAL
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
9.4 m
Nearest city
Galle
Body of water
Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Sri Lanka
Port information
Coordinates
6.0331, 80.2283 (6°02′N 80°14′E)
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use
Cargo
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
23.2 m
Cargo pier depth
8.9 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
190 m × 32 m × 7.3 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Provisions

Located in Sri Lanka, the port of Galle Harbor serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Galle Harbor has a Small harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Galle Harbor work with a channel depth of 9.4 m. Galle is the nearest city to Galle Harbor, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Galle Harbor located?
Galle Harbor is a seaport in Sri Lanka, near Galle.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Galle Harbor?
The UN/LOCODE for Galle Harbor is LK GAL.
What is the channel depth at Galle Harbor?
The channel depth at Galle Harbor is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
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