Port of Iquique (CLIQQ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Iquique (UN/LOCODE CLIQQ) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Chile, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 20.2000° S, 70.1667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 15.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
Chile
UN/LOCODE
CLIQQ
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
20.2000° S, 70.1667° W

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
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
15.5 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
9.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
South Pacific Ocean
Region
Chile

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Iquique (CLIQQ)
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Distance
32 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Iquique

Where is Port of Iquique located?

Port of Iquique is a seaport located in Chile, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 20.2000° S, 70.1667° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Iquique?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Iquique is CLIQQ — country code CL, location code IQQ.

How deep is Port of Iquique?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Iquique has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 15.5 m.

Does Port of Iquique require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Iquique.

What type of harbor is Port of Iquique?

Port of Iquique is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Iquique have?

Port of Iquique is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Iquique are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #14760), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →