Quellon

1. Puerto Quellon pilot boarding place (Inner) Pilot boards43°15.8′S 073°38.4′W

Size limits

Max LOA 102.2m, beam 18.08m, draught 6m and 2,845DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.

Tides

Range between 4.4m-5.1m. There is a high degree of protection from the deep water waves generated in the area of the Gulf of Corcovado. The islands of Cailin, Laitec and Coldita act as a natural barrier. Waves from the S and SW are the most unfavourable for vessels. Currents are variable and irregular in the channels and maintain a rate of 2-3kts.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The port can be entered via 3 separate channels: Canal Laitec, (43°15'S 073°39'W), the least dangerous.

Canal Yelcho, 43°13'S 073°36'W, suitable for good weather conditions in daylight only.

Canal Chiguao, 43°11'S 073°30'W, the most dangerous channel.

The Canal Coldita, 43°14'S 073°43'W, is narrow and encumbered with rocks and therefore only suitable for boats.

Canal Laitec: There is a depth of 11.0m on the recommended track, in position 43°12.3'S 073°39.6'W, in the N part of Canal Laitec.

The directions are as follows: From the vicinity of 43°19'S 073°39'W, the recommended track leads N through Canal Laitec, keeping towards the W side, noting that a bank with depths of 7.0m extends up to 0.5nm offshore, so as to clear the dangers on the E side, passing (with reference to Punta Laitec, 43°16'S 073°35'W):

W of an 11.3m patch (2nm SSW), then: W of Bajo Anselmo a 4m patch, marked by a lightbuoy, (1.5nm WSW), thence: W of Roca Aguja (3.5nm NNW) with dangers extending 0.75nm S, then: W of a 8.5m patch (4.5nm NNW).

From the N end of Canal Laitec the track leads NE to Puerto Quellon, passing S of Bajo Blanco, 43°10'S 073°40'W.

Anchorages

Anchorage is recommended approx 0.2nm N of Bajo Valdivia, 43°08'S 073°37'W, least depth 8.0m sand, in depths of approx 22m mud, or farther in 0.15nm S of the ramp light, in depths of 12.0-15.0m.

Quellon also offers good anchorage in moderate depths of 12m-21m. Quellon Bay can then offer anchorage in depths from 24m-29m near the W coast.

Anchorage locations are as follows:

1. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 37'15'' W.

2. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 36' 56'' W.

3. 43° 07’ 52’’ S., 073° 37' 00" W.

4. 43° 07’ 30’’ S., 073° 36' 35'' W.

5. 43° 07’ 29’’ S., 073° 36' 12"W.

6. 43° 07’ 45” S., 073° 36' 12"W.

7. 43° 07’ 29’’ S., 073° 35' 38'' W.

Restrictions

Entering Canal Chaiguao from the E is only recommended for those with local knowledge due to the rocks and shoals found S of Punta Chaiguao and block most of the entrance to the Canal.

The minimum visibility for the docking manoeuvre is 500m at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal.

Mooring

The minimum visibility for the docking manoeuvre is 500m at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal.

It is noted that at the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal:

There are mooring bollards (20 NR, 10 for each band and separated every 8m) and rubber fenders (4 NR).

Charts and publications

BA 1289. Admiralty Pilot NP7, NP286(7).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Initial ETA should be sent to the vessel's agent 5 days prior to arrival. Additional ETA's should then be sent on a daily basis at 0800hrs.

The ETA message must confirm that all cargo gear is in proper working order, if any cargo shifting is expected, if there is dangerous cargo onboard for discharge and/or transit and arrival draught.

Communications

Puerto Quellon contact info:

Call Sign: Quellon Radio (CBP28)

VHF: Ch 9, 14 and 16.

RT Frequency: 2182 kHz and 2738 kHz

Telephone: +65 65 2681260

Facsimile: + 65 65 2681260

Harbourmaster contact info:

Telephone: +56 65 2680585/+65 65 2681260

Facsimile: +65 65 2681260

E-mail: [email protected]

Captaincy of Puerto de Quellón contact info:

Telephone: : +56 65 2681260 / +56 65 2680585.

E-mail: [email protected].

Varadero Services Bahia Quellon SPA contact info:

Telephone: +56 9 84192488

E-mail: [email protected].

Standard messages

Masters must report their position, course, speed and ETA next port as soon as they enter Chilean waters (200nm) to Directemar Valparaiso by cable. Thereafter, the same information is to be sent daily, whilst in Chilean waters, at 0800hrs and 2000hrs. Reports to be sent via Playa Ancha Radio.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered upon arrival at the anchorage.

Documents

Note: SY = Sanitary (Health) authorities, AG = Agriculture department, IM = Immigration, PC = Port Captain, CU = Customs.

The port captain will also wish to see the vessel's certificates and immigration officer will want to see all passports.

Customs and immigration

Customs: Crew's own personal possessions must tally with those listed on the Crew Personal Effects List. If there is a discrepancy, penalties range from confiscation of the goods not declared to imprisonment, depending on the seriousness of the misdemeanour.

Immigration: Crew List is checked against passports. There are no restrictions on crew and passengers in transit proceeding ashore provided they are in possession of a landing card. Some foreign nationalities require an entry visa if embarking or disembarking.

Flags

Vessels entering Chilean waters must at all times fly the Chilean flag at the foremast and also whilst in port. Fines for not complying may be imposed by the authorities.

Notices and regulations

It is expressly forbidden to throw overboard any ballast, rubbish or waste or to spill petroleum whilst in Chilean waters and harbours.

Garbage is not allowed to be disposed of ashore.

Vessels must comply with the use of rat guards, safety nets and gangway railings.

Any repairs to the main engine must be authorised.

Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal:

1. Vessels are unable to simultaneously manoeuvre from the Varaderos Bahia Quellon Terminal, however banking manoeuvres are authorised for a max of two vessels.

2. Vessels must be able to leave the floating dock at any time once it is known that bad weather/storms are due with winds from the N, NE and SW.

3. Refuelling is prohibited at the terminal due to the fact that the facility does not have a contingency plan in the event of a fuel spill.

4. Vessels are only able to berth at the terminal if they are engaging in loading/unloading, embarking/disembarking. If this type of work is not carried out then it is prohibited to moor at the terminal.

5. If a vessel wishes to due minor repair works at the terminal then authorisation must be approved by the Captaincy of Puerto de Quellon. It is also noted that the works must be carried out by qualified personnel, appropriate personal protection must be in good condition and ventilation in case of confined spaces.

Port State Control here: Tokyo MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Chilean Maritime Authority.

Contact: Director of Maritime Safety, Security and Operations.

Address: Subida Cementerio No 300, Playa Ancha, Valparaiso, Chile.

Tel: +56 32 208637.

Fax: +56 32 208662.

Mob: +56 9 939 3937.

Email: [email protected]

Telex: 330607 ANGEL CK

Website: http://www.directemar.cl

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor repairs may be carried out with prior authorisation, by qualified personnel, have appropriate personal protection and ventilation in case of confined spaces.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Hospital de Quellon (0.8km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Quellon Airport (regional 1.5km), Nuevo Chaiten Airport (regional 75km), El Tepual Airport (193km) and Bariloche airport (300km).

Nearest highway: Port has access to the southern most point of Route 5. Route 5, the longest highway in Chile, runs from the Peruvian border from Arica to Quellon.

Nearest public transportation: There are bus routes throughout Quellon.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1200hrs and 1400-2100hrs.

Where it is

The port of Quellon is situated on Chiloe Island approx 650nm S of Valparaiso.

The port

The port is entered between Punta Yatac and Punta Chiguao. The port is used by a busy ferry terminal for Ro-Ro traffic to Chacabuco and consists of numerous piers and floating pontoons.

Where does the pilot board at Quellon?

The pilot boards at Puerto Quellon pilot boarding place (Inner), 43°15.8′S 073°38.4′W.

What time zone is Quellon in?

Local time at Quellon is UTC−3. Back to UTC−4 on 4 Apr 2027. Clocks go to UTC−3 on 5 Sep 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Quellon?

The deepest berth listed is at Fishing Terminal: 6.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Quellon?

1025.

Which load line zone is Quellon in?

Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.

Who carries out Port State Control at Quellon?

Port State Control at Quellon: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Quellon?

The UN/LOCODE of Quellon is CLPTE.

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