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Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse

Also known as: Ban Thap Lamu (Laem Ao Kham, Ban Tablamu)

This metal skeletal tower stands 30 meters tall, with its focal height reaching 79 meters above sea level. It is painted with alternating red and white horizontal bands, making it easily identifiable. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 22.5 nautical miles. Located at the entrance to an estuary at Lam Kaen, it sits on a forested promontory near the Andaman Sea. The lighthouse is situated 43.3 kilometers from Krabi, the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels through the estuary entrance at Lam Kaen, a critical point for local maritime traffic and warns of the nearby coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
79m
Geographic Range
22.5NM

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
8.5826°
Longitude
98.2212°

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Krabi(43.3 km)
Admiralty No.
F1167
NGA No.
22214
ARLHS No.
THA-004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse at night?+
Ban Thap Lamu displays the characteristic Fl 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 Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ban Talat Takua Pa at 17.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Phang-Nga (20.7 NM ESE), Krabi (43.4 NM SE), PHUKET (44.9 NM SSE), Ko Yao (46.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ban Thap Lamu 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 Ban Thap Lamu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ban Thap Lamu 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.