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UNLOCODETZ MIK
CountryTanzania
Water BodyIndian Ocean
SizeVery Small
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth7.9 m
Lat-10.2667
Lng40.1333
Classificationminor_202606
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About This Seaport
Mikindani is no longer a commercial cargo port but a historic 19th-century trading town whose dhows once carried ivory, copal and slaves across the Indian Ocean. After the First World War the British colonial administration shifted the district seat to neighbouring Mtwara, whose deeper harbour could take larger ocean-going ships, sealing Mikindani's economic decline. Today its bay is a marine reserve and the waterfront serves mainly artisanal fishing by dhow and dugout, with a cargo-pier depth of only about 1.8 m. Container, breakbulk and customs traffic for southern Tanzania is handled at the deep-water port of Mtwara.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Mikindani?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Mikindani is TZ MIK. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Mikindani located?▼
The port of Mikindani is located in Tanzania (Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Mikindani?▼
Mikindani is a Very Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Mikindani?▼
The channel depth of Mikindani is 7.9 meters.
Location & Weather
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-10.26667, 40.13333
Channel depth: 7.9 m
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