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Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse

Also known as: Bancao-Bancao (Bancaobancaon Point, Puerto Princesa)

Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse is a slender, square concrete tower constructed in 1908. Standing 11 meters tall, it emits a white flash every 5 seconds. The tower features an external concrete spiral stairway that encircles its exterior. It is located approximately 3 kilometers from Puerto Princesa, the main port of Palawan. The lighthouse currently operates as an active Philippine Coast Guard station, with additional supporting structures on site.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering and departing the harbor of Puerto Princesa, a significant regional hub. Its distinctive external spiral stairway makes it a recognizable navigational aid.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
9.7231°
Longitude
118.7688°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Material
concrete

Structure: slender square concrete tower with an external concrete spiral stairway encircling the tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Princesa(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
F2163.1
NGA No.
14524
ARLHS No.
PHI-009
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse at night?+
Bancao-Bancao displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Princesa, Palawan at 2.1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Balintang/Puerto Princesa (2.2 NM WNW), Barton/Puerto Princesa (2.2 NM WNW), Batarasa/Puerto Princesa (2.2 NM WNW), Long Point/Puerto Princesa (2.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bancao-Bancao 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 Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bancao-Bancao 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.