Port of Zarate (ARZAE): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Zarate (UN/LOCODE ARZAE) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Argentina, on the Rio de la Plata. It sits at 34.0833° S, 59.0333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Rio de la Plata; South Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Argentina
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Zarate
Where is Port of Zarate located?
Port of Zarate is a seaport located in Argentina, on the Rio de la Plata. Its coordinates are 34.0833° S, 59.0333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Zarate?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Zarate is ARZAE — country code AR, location code ZAE.
How deep is Port of Zarate?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Zarate has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Zarate require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Zarate.
What type of harbor is Port of Zarate?
Port of Zarate is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Zarate have?
Port of Zarate is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Zarate are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #13700), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →