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Akaroa Head Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇳🇿South Island (Canterbury Region), NZInactive

Location & Light Range

About Akaroa Head Lighthouse

Akaroa Head Light was established in 1880 and began operation in 1980. The current structure is a round white fiberglass tower standing 8.5 meters tall, with a focal height of 68 meters. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds. This light is situated on the eastern side of the entrance to Akaroa Harbour on New Zealand's South Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W.R.G. period 10s
Focal Height
68m

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4314
NGA No.
5284
ARLHS No.
NZL-001
Wikidata
Q416081 →
OpenStreetMap
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
round
Material
wood

Location

City
South Island (Canterbury Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-43.8125°
Longitude
172.9559°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Akaroa Head Lighthouse at night?+
Akaroa Head displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Akaroa Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Akaroa Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Akaroa at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Lyttelton (16.1 NM NW), Rolleston (28.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Akaroa Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Akaroa Head Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Akaroa Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Akaroa Head Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.