Port of Bluff Harbor (NZBLU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Bluff Harbor (UN/LOCODE NZBLU) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 46.6000° S, 168.3333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
New Zealand
UN/LOCODE
NZBLU
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
46.6000° S, 168.3333° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
12.5 m
Anchorage Depth
14 m
Tidal Range
2 m
Oil Terminal Depth
11 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
South Pacific Ocean
Region
New Zealand S Island

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Small
Ice RestrictionUnknown
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Bluff Harbor (NZBLU)
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Distance
107 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bluff Harbor

Where is Port of Bluff Harbor located?

Port of Bluff Harbor is a seaport located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 46.6000° S, 168.3333° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bluff Harbor?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bluff Harbor is NZBLU — country code NZ, location code BLU.

How deep is Port of Bluff Harbor?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bluff Harbor has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m.

Does Port of Bluff Harbor require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bluff Harbor.

What type of harbor is Port of Bluff Harbor?

Port of Bluff Harbor is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Bluff Harbor have?

Port of Bluff Harbor is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Bluff Harbor are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55400), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →