Port of Talcahuano (CLTAL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Talcahuano (UN/LOCODE CLTAL) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Chile, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 36.7000° S, 73.1000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
Chile
UN/LOCODE
CLTAL
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
36.7000° S, 73.1000° 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
23.2 m
Anchorage Depth
12.5 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
South Pacific Ocean
Region
Chile

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorage

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Distance
4 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Talcahuano

Where is Port of Talcahuano located?

Port of Talcahuano is a seaport located in Chile, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 36.7000° S, 73.1000° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Talcahuano?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Talcahuano is CLTAL — country code CL, location code TAL.

How deep is Port of Talcahuano?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Talcahuano has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of Talcahuano require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Talcahuano.

What type of harbor is Port of Talcahuano?

Port of Talcahuano is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Talcahuano have?

Port of Talcahuano is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Talcahuano are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #14420), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →