Port of Mikindani (TZMIK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Mikindani (UN/LOCODE TZMIK) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean. It sits at 10.2667° S, 40.1333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 1.8 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Tanzania
UN/LOCODE
TZMIK
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
10.2667° S, 40.1333° 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
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
11 m
Cargo Pier Depth
1.8 m
Tidal Range
3 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
Indian Ocean
Region
Tanzania

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Unknown
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesUnknown
Repairs / Dry DockEmergency Only / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Anchorage

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Distance
4 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mikindani

Where is Port of Mikindani located?

Port of Mikindani is a seaport located in Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean. Its coordinates are 10.2667° S, 40.1333° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mikindani?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mikindani is TZMIK — country code TZ, location code MIK.

How deep is Port of Mikindani?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mikindani has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 1.8 m.

Does Port of Mikindani require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mikindani.

What type of harbor is Port of Mikindani?

Port of Mikindani is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Mikindani have?

Port of Mikindani is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Mikindani are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #46970), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →