BOGUQ Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of BOGUQ
Guaqui Port is the seaport of Guaqui, in the city of Guaquiin Bolivia. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is BOGUQ.
Port Overview
Guaqui (UN/LOCODE: BOGUQ) is a lake port in Bolivia on the southeastern shore of Lake Titicaca, close to the Peruvian border. It is an inland waterway and cross-border logistics point rather than an ocean gateway. The port’s role is associated with regional lake transport, Bolivia–Peru trade interfaces and access to the Altiplano hinterland. Ocean imports or exports normally require an additional multimodal leg through a Peruvian or Chilean seaport, followed by road and/or other inland transport to Guaqui. Our service team treats BOGUQ as a project-specific inland routing point: cargo acceptance, vessel availability, cargo-handling capability, customs formalities and onward transport must be confirmed shipment by shipment. The supplied platform record identifies the location at approximately 68.8666667°W, 16.5833333°S and records no FCL, LCL or automotive service count.
| UN/LOCODE | BOGUQ |
|---|---|
| Port / City | Guaqui, Bolivia |
| Port type | Inland lake port on Lake Titicaca |
| Coordinates | 68.8666667° W, 16.5833333° S |
| Platform service indicators | FCL: 0 | LCL: 0 | Automotive: 0 |
Key Highlights
Facilities & Services
- Lake-side cargo interface: Regional vessel loading or discharge may be possible for suitable cargo, subject to water conditions, local operating arrangements and confirmation from the appointed operator.
- Container handling: Do not assume quay cranes, empty-container depots, reefer plugs, reach-stackers or regular liner terminal services. Our team confirms the actual equipment and cargo acceptance conditions before proposing a container solution.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Conventional, bagged or oversized cargo may require a tailored loading plan, shore equipment, temporary storage and additional labor arrangements.
- Storage and inspection: Warehouse, open-yard, customs-inspection and cargo-security arrangements must be checked locally; availability may differ by cargo type and season.
- Inland connectivity: Road haulage is a key planning element. Any rail option, transshipment arrangement or special haulage equipment should be treated as subject to current operational confirmation.
Routes & Transit Times
- Ocean import/export: Cargo is generally planned through a suitable Peruvian or Chilean seaport, followed by customs-controlled inland movement toward Bolivia. The final port choice depends on carrier acceptance, cargo dimensions, border conditions and the delivery point.
- Lake Titicaca regional movement: Lake transport may be relevant for compatible cargo and approved operating arrangements, but regular public sailing schedules, direct services and guaranteed capacity should not be assumed.
- Bolivia–Peru interface: Cross-border movements require coordination of export, import or transit procedures and may involve more than one customs or transport document set.
- Transit planning: We provide a confirmed schedule only after checking vessel or terminal acceptance, border queues, road restrictions, weather, inspection requirements and cargo readiness. No fixed transit time is promised from the port code alone.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Primary hinterland: Guaqui serves the Bolivian Altiplano and may connect with regional commercial centers through inland road networks; the practical delivery radius depends on truck availability and road conditions.
- Regional trade: Cargo associated with Bolivia–Peru exchanges, local distribution and lake-region supply chains may use the port area when the transport mode and documentation are suitable.
- Typical cargo profiles: General cargo, packaged goods, agricultural or mineral-related commodities, machinery and project cargo may be considered, subject to local handling capability and regulatory approval.
- Containerized cargo: Standard FCL or LCL assumptions require particular caution because the supplied record contains no registered FCL or LCL service volume for BOGUQ.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking and cut-off: Lake-port receiving windows, cargo cut-off, truck appointment, loading sequence and documentation deadlines are not inferred from ocean-port practice. Our service team obtains written confirmation from the actual operator and inland carrier.
- Customs documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information, permits and customs transit or import documentation must be consistent across the ocean leg, border movement and Bolivian clearance.
- Dangerous goods: The shipper must provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package details and safety documentation. Acceptance on lake, road and any connecting ocean leg must be checked separately.
- Inspection and delivery: Customs inspection, seal verification, weighment, road controls and border congestion can delay release. Cargo should not be dispatched to Guaqui until the receiving party, clearance route and final delivery appointment are confirmed.
Shipping Tips
- Send our service team the cargo dimensions, gross weight, packing method, HS code, cargo value, dangerous-goods status and final destination before selecting BOGUQ as the routing point.
- For ocean cargo, compare a through multimodal quotation with an ocean-port-to-inland-terminal solution. The lowest ocean freight does not necessarily produce the lowest landed cost after border and inland charges.
- Use robust export packaging, moisture protection and visible handling marks. Lake-side exposure, high-altitude weather changes, road vibration and repeated handling should be considered for sensitive cargo.
- Keep a contingency option through another inland point or ocean gateway when cargo is time-critical, oversized, temperature-sensitive or dependent on standard container equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guaqui a seaport with regular ocean container service?
No. BOGUQ is a lake port on Lake Titicaca, not an ocean terminal. Ocean shipments normally require a separate maritime gateway and inland connection. Our team verifies whether the proposed cargo can actually be accepted at Guaqui.
Can I book an FCL or LCL shipment directly to BOGUQ?
The supplied platform data records zero FCL and LCL service entries. A direct standard-container booking should therefore not be assumed. We first check carrier acceptance, equipment availability, handling arrangements and the final inland delivery plan.
What documents are normally needed for a Bolivia–Peru movement?
Typically, the commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin details, applicable permits and customs import, export or transit documents are required. Exact requirements depend on commodity, Incoterms, routing and the customs procedure confirmed by the broker.
Are dangerous goods accepted through Guaqui?
Acceptance is not automatic. The lake operator, road carrier, any ocean carrier and the relevant authorities may apply separate conditions. Provide the complete dangerous-goods declaration before booking so our team can seek approval across every transport leg.
How long does cargo take to move through BOGUQ?
A reliable transit time cannot be determined from the UN/LOCODE alone. Vessel or handling availability, the selected ocean gateway, customs processing, border queues, road restrictions, weather and inspection can all change the schedule. We issue a time estimate only after route confirmation.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, name, country, city, coordinates and platform service indicators in this module are taken directly from the supplied BOGUQ port record. The port-type and routing comments are operational classifications and planning guidance; they are not presented as a guarantee of current terminal capacity, sailing frequency, equipment, tariff, opening hours or transit time.
For code and location-reference cross-checking, users may consult unece.org. For Bolivian customs procedures and documentary requirements, verification should be made with aduana.gob.bo. Current cargo acceptance, local handling arrangements, border status and regulatory requirements must be confirmed with the relevant operator, carrier, customs broker and competent authorities before shipment.