Venezuela

Port of La Guaira (VE LAG)

UN/LOCODE
VE LAG
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
La Guaira
Body of water
Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Venezuela
Port of La Guaira, Venezuela © Annia Pedreira · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Coordinates
10.6167, -66.9333 (10°37′N 66°56′W)
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
20.1 m
Cargo pier depth
11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
278.9 m × 40.3 m × 10.7 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Moderate Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Breakbulk Container Solid bulk
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#329
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #329
54.76
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 54.76

La Guaira is a seaport on the coast of Venezuela, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 7.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of La Guaira located?
La Guaira is a seaport in Venezuela.
What is the UN/LOCODE of La Guaira?
The UN/LOCODE for La Guaira is VE LAG.
What is the channel depth at La Guaira?
The channel depth at La Guaira is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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