Port of Nuku Alofa (TOTBU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Nuku Alofa (UN/LOCODE TOTBU) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Tonga, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 21.1333° S, 175.2000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Tonga
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Nuku Alofa
Where is Port of Nuku Alofa located?
Port of Nuku Alofa is a seaport located in Tonga, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 21.1333° S, 175.2000° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nuku Alofa?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Nuku Alofa is TOTBU — country code TO, location code TBU.
How deep is Port of Nuku Alofa?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Nuku Alofa has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Nuku Alofa?
Port of Nuku Alofa reports a maximum draft of 10 m, a maximum length of 300 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Nuku Alofa require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Nuku Alofa.
What type of harbor is Port of Nuku Alofa?
Port of Nuku Alofa is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Nuku Alofa have?
Port of Nuku Alofa is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Nuku Alofa are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55590), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →