Port of Nicaro (CUICR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Nicaro (UN/LOCODE CUICR) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Cuba, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 20.7167° N, 75.5500° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 10 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Cuba North Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Nicaro
Where is Port of Nicaro located?
Port of Nicaro is a seaport located in Cuba, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 20.7167° N, 75.5500° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nicaro?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Nicaro is CUICR — country code CU, location code ICR.
How deep is Port of Nicaro?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Nicaro has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 10 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Nicaro?
Port of Nicaro reports a maximum draft of 8.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Nicaro require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Nicaro.
What type of harbor is Port of Nicaro?
Port of Nicaro is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Nicaro have?
Port of Nicaro is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Nicaro are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #10260), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →