Port Overview
The port is used for serving the island of La Gonave, both with a ferry-like passenger vessel and local wooden vessels. No international traffic is handled. The port is located very close to the main road (N1) connecting Port-au-Prince and Carriès.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Haiti |
Province or District |
Ouest Department |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Cabaret (29 km) Port Au Principe (57 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Cariesse Ferry Terminal |
Latitude |
18.88898 |
Longitude |
-72.62295 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Autorité Portuaire Nationale (APN) |
Management Contact Person |
apnpap@apn.gouv.ht (generic APN contact email) |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Port-au-Prince International Airport (PAP) Aerolineas Mas Air Canada Air France American Airlines Delta Airlines |
Port Picture
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
Conventional Berth |
1 |
30 |
4.5 |
Ferry Terminal |
Conventional Berth |
1 |
90 |
5.8 |
Main Wharf |
Container Berth |
0 |
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Silo Berth |
0 |
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Berthing Tugs |
0 |
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Water Barges |
0 |
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The main wharf (“ferry terminal”) is built on piles, therefore a weight limitation for working with port handling equipment must be kept in mind.
Port Handling Equipment
No shore based cargo handling equipment is positioned in the port. Vessel loading / unloading is done manually/manpower.
Storage Facilities
Within the direct port area, no storage facilities are available.