Port of Porto Da Praia (CVRAI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Porto Da Praia (UN/LOCODE CVRAI) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Cabo Verde, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 14.9167° N, 23.5167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 15.5 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Cabo Verde
UN/LOCODE
CVRAI
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
14.9167° N, 23.5167° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
15.5 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Tidal Range
1 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Cape Verde

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Anchorage

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Distance
146 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Porto Da Praia

Where is Port of Porto Da Praia located?

Port of Porto Da Praia is a seaport located in Cabo Verde, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 14.9167° N, 23.5167° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Porto Da Praia?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Porto Da Praia is CVRAI — country code CV, location code RAI.

How deep is Port of Porto Da Praia?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Porto Da Praia has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 15.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of Porto Da Praia require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Porto Da Praia.

What type of harbor is Port of Porto Da Praia?

Port of Porto Da Praia is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Porto Da Praia have?

Port of Porto Da Praia is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Porto Da Praia are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45910), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →