Port of Opua (NZOPX): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Opua (UN/LOCODE NZOPX) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 35.3167° S, 174.1167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South Pacific Ocean
- Region
- New Zealand N Island
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Opua
Where is Port of Opua located?
Port of Opua is a seaport located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 35.3167° S, 174.1167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Opua?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Opua is NZOPX — country code NZ, location code OPX.
How deep is Port of Opua?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Opua has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Opua?
Port of Opua reports a maximum draft of 8.5 m, a maximum length of 240 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Opua require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Opua.
What type of harbor is Port of Opua?
Port of Opua is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Opua have?
Port of Opua is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Opua are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55030), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →