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Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse

Iso White 4s🇨🇴COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse

This Colombian lighthouse is a 15-meter square skeletal tower painted white, situated on a platform supported by piles. It is located off the northern tip of Isla Palmas, approximately 16.3 kilometers from Buenaventura. The light emits an isophase white flash every 4 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. While the tower itself is closed to visitors, the site is accessible by boat and open to the public. This navigational aid guides vessels in the waters near Isla Palmas.

Why it matters: Its unique construction on a pile-supported platform is well-suited for its marine environment, aiding mariners navigating the coastal passages around Isla Palmas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso White 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso W 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Sea Region
Off the northern tip of Isla Palmas.
Latitude
3.9151°
Longitude
-77.3592°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Buenaventura(16.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G3137
NGA No.
0189

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square white skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse at night?+
Bahía Málaga B displays the characteristic Iso White 4s. 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Buenaventura at 17.8 NM to the E. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Bahía Málaga B Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bahía Málaga B 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.