Port of Bonthe (SLBTE): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bonthe (UN/LOCODE SLBTE) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Sierra Leone, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 7.5333° N, 12.5000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 6.4 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage 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
- Sierra Leone
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bonthe
Where is Port of Bonthe located?
Port of Bonthe is a seaport located in Sierra Leone, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 7.5333° N, 12.5000° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bonthe?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bonthe is SLBTE — country code SL, location code BTE.
How deep is Port of Bonthe?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bonthe has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.
Does Port of Bonthe require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bonthe.
What type of harbor is Port of Bonthe?
Port of Bonthe is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bonthe have?
Port of Bonthe is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bonthe are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45867), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →