Port of Ad Dakhla (EHVIC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Ad Dakhla (UN/LOCODE EHVIC) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Western Sahara, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 23.7000° N, 15.9167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Spanish Sahara
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Ad Dakhla
Where is Port of Ad Dakhla located?
Port of Ad Dakhla is a seaport located in Western Sahara, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 23.7000° N, 15.9167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Ad Dakhla?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Ad Dakhla is EHVIC — country code EH, location code VIC.
How deep is Port of Ad Dakhla?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Ad Dakhla has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Ad Dakhla require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Ad Dakhla.
What type of harbor is Port of Ad Dakhla?
Port of Ad Dakhla is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Ad Dakhla have?
Port of Ad Dakhla is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Ad Dakhla are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45808), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →