How long do the ships stay in port …?
The average port time is one day, longer for general cargo ships and ports without modern cargo facilities and less for mail and coastal ships with frequent port calls. Back to the list of questions 26) … and how far from the town do they dock? Vessels dock at terminals which are often situated outside the center of a town or city, so passengers usually have to take a taxi in. Photo below shows Papeete, Tahiti with freighters at their berths in the background. Back to the list of questions 27) How do I board the vessel? Boarding information is prepared and delivered with your ticket a few weeks before departure. You’ll be required to arrive at or near the embarkation port a day or two ahead of time and contact the port agent to verify the vessels arrival, location in port and boarding time. Back to the list of questions 28) How do I make reservations? Freighter voyages can be booked anytime, from several weeks to a year or more ahead. High season sailings are sold out first. Traveler
