Port of Rio Cacheu (GWCAC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Rio Cacheu (UN/LOCODE GWCAC) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Guinea-Bissau, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 12.2833° N, 16.2333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 1.8 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Guinea Bissau
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Rio Cacheu
Where is Port of Rio Cacheu located?
Port of Rio Cacheu is a seaport located in Guinea-Bissau, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 12.2833° N, 16.2333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Rio Cacheu?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Rio Cacheu is GWCAC — country code GW, location code CAC.
How deep is Port of Rio Cacheu?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Rio Cacheu has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 1.8 m.
Does Port of Rio Cacheu require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Rio Cacheu.
What type of harbor is Port of Rio Cacheu?
Port of Rio Cacheu is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Rio Cacheu have?
Port of Rio Cacheu is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Rio Cacheu are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45835), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →