Port of Manaus (BRMAO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Manaus (UN/LOCODE BRMAO) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 3.1333° S, 60.0167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11.5 m, an anchorage depth near 34 m, cargo pier depths around 40 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, 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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Brazil NE Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Manaus
Where is Port of Manaus located?
Port of Manaus is a seaport located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 3.1333° S, 60.0167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Manaus?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Manaus is BRMAO — country code BR, location code MAO.
How deep is Port of Manaus?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Manaus has a channel depth of about 11.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 34 m, cargo pier depths of about 40 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Manaus?
Port of Manaus reports a maximum draft of 11.5 m, a maximum length of 225 m, a maximum beam of 33 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Manaus require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Manaus.
What type of harbor is Port of Manaus?
Port of Manaus is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Manaus have?
Port of Manaus is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Manaus are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #12560), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →