Port of Tacloban (PHTAC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Tacloban (UN/LOCODE PHTAC) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Philippines, on the Philippine inland seas. It sits at 11.2500° N, 125.0000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Philippine inland seas; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Tacloban
Where is Port of Tacloban located?
Port of Tacloban is a seaport located in Philippines, on the Philippine inland seas. Its coordinates are 11.2500° N, 125.0000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Tacloban?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Tacloban is PHTAC — country code PH, location code TAC.
How deep is Port of Tacloban?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Tacloban has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Tacloban?
Port of Tacloban reports a maximum beam of 18.2 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Tacloban require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Tacloban.
What type of harbor is Port of Tacloban?
Port of Tacloban is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Tacloban have?
Port of Tacloban is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Tacloban are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #58690), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →