Explore: Ho Chi Min City
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Description:
This is the main port of the country and is located approximately 64.3 kms (40 miles) up the Sai Gon river. A dredged channel leads through the shallow waters of the Mekong Delta.
Position:
10° 21.97’N, 106° 49.03’E (river entrance)
Clearance
The Coast Guard will probably intercept the vessel when it enters territorial waters and an attempt should be made to advise them on HF radio of one’s destination and ETA. The port authorities should be contacted on VHF Channel 16 before proceeding into the port.
Anchoring in the river is prohibited in the area close to the city. Port Control will give directions on where to proceed. The port office and customs are located in the northern part of the commercial harbor.
Last updated: July 2008
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