Seaport · South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands
Port of Grytviken
Grytviken (South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 14060). It lies on the South Atlantic Ocean.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- GSGRV
- World Port Index no.
- 14060
- Coordinates
- 54.27°S, 36.50°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- South Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- South Georgia
- Other names
- Grytviken Harbor; King Edward Cove
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Cargo pier depth | 6.4 m |
|---|---|
| Oil terminal depth | 11.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 125.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 7.8 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
Services
- Medical facilities
Communications and connections
- Radiotelephone
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 7,670 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 7,660 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,200 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Grytviken, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 124 (Enroute) - East Coast of South America.
Frequently asked questions about Grytviken
Where is Port of Grytviken?
Grytviken (South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands) lies on the South Atlantic Ocean, at about 54.27°S, 36.50°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Grytviken?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE GSGRV for Grytviken. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Grytviken?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 125.0 m, draft 7.8 m for Grytviken. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Grytviken from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 7,670 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,200 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Montevideo, Rio Grande, Buenos Aires.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Grytviken?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Grytviken through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.