Port of Tumaco, Colombia
Port code, depths and location
No shipment records: the Colombia customs (DIAN) records we hold for Jan–Dec 2025 contain no declaration lines filed at Tumaco.
- Reference data: UN/LOCODE, NGA World Port Index
- No shipment records
Shipment records
No shipment records: the Colombia customs (DIAN) records we hold for Jan–Dec 2025 contain no declaration lines filed at Tumaco.
Sourced facts about Port of Tumaco
- UN/LOCODE COTCO (UNECE), listed functions: port, airport
- Position 1°49′ N, 78°45′ W (UN/LOCODE)
- Harbour size: very small; type: open roadstead; shelter: poor (NGA World Port Index 15360)
- channel depth 6 m (NGA World Port Index)
- anchorage depth 9 m (NGA World Port Index)
- cargo pier depth 6 m (NGA World Port Index)
- oil terminal depth 23 m (NGA World Port Index)
- Mean tidal range 1 m (NGA World Port Index)
- Pilotage compulsory (NGA World Port Index)
- Listed as a first port of entry (NGA World Port Index)
- Nearest listed port: Esmeraldas (ECESM), 140 km / 76 nmi straight line
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How deep is Port of Tumaco?
Listed depths, to scale
Depth, m below chart datum · NGA WPI · mean tidal range 1 m
Entering the port
Restricts entry: tide, other
Before you arrive: arrival notice (ETA) required; pilotage compulsory; tugs available
Facilities at Tumaco
Listed in NGA World Port Index 15360; items the index does not list are left out.
- Cargo handling
- WharvesAnchorage berths
- Cranes and lifts
- Fixed cranesMobile cranesFloating cranesLifts 0–24 t
Where is Port of Tumaco?
- Country
- Colombia
- Position
- 1°49′ N, 78°45′ W
- Harbour type
- Open roadstead
- UN/LOCODE functions
- Port, Airport
Tumaco port codes
| Code system | Code | Identifies |
|---|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | COTCO | Port of Tumaco |
| NGA World Port Index | 15360 | Tumaco port entry |
Ports near Tumaco
Distance from Tumaco
Kilometres and nautical miles, straight line
- EsmeraldasECESM · 76 nmi140
- BuenaventuraCOBUN · 160 nmi296
- MantaECMEC · 204 nmi379
- Puerto NuevoECPEV · 252 nmi467
Port of Tumaco in Colombia trade
No shipment records: the Colombia customs (DIAN) records we hold for Jan–Dec 2025 contain no declaration lines filed at Tumaco. Colombia ports with trade data on EximAgent (Jan–Dec 2025, import declaration lines): Port of Buenaventura 775,386, Port of Cartagena 676,091, Port of Barranquilla 172,397, Port of Santa Marta 72,471.
Nearest port pages: Port of Buenaventura (300 km), Port of Cartagena (1,020 km), Port of Barranquilla (1,110 km), Port of Santa Marta (1,160 km)
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Port of Tumaco FAQ
What is the port code for Port of Tumaco?
The UN/LOCODE is COTCO, and the NGA World Port Index number is 15360. UN/LOCODE lists COTCO with these functions: port, airport.
Where is Port of Tumaco?
In Colombia, at 1°49′ N, 78°45′ W. The nearest listed port is Esmeraldas, 140 km away in a straight line.
How deep is Port of Tumaco?
The NGA World Port Index lists channel 6 m, anchorage 9 m, cargo pier 6 m, oil terminal 23 m, with a mean tidal range of 1 m.
What kind of harbour is Port of Tumaco?
A very small open roadstead harbour with poor shelter; pilotage is compulsory and tug assistance is listed (NGA World Port Index 15360).
Does EximAgent have shipment records for Port of Tumaco?
No shipment records: the Colombia customs (DIAN) records we hold for Jan–Dec 2025 contain no declaration lines filed at Tumaco. Colombia ports with trade data on EximAgent (Jan–Dec 2025, import declaration lines): Port of Buenaventura 775,386, Port of Cartagena 676,091, Port of Barranquilla 172,397, Port of Santa Marta 72,471.
Which ports are near Port of Tumaco?
Esmeraldas (ECESM) 140 km, Buenaventura (COBUN) 296 km, Manta (ECMEC) 379 km, Puerto Nuevo (ECPEV) 467 km, straight-line distances.
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