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Boca del Río Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇵🇪Sama, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Boca del Río Lighthouse

Constructed in 1982, this white concrete, cylindrical tower features a single red horizontal band. It rises 12 meters, with the light source situated 51 meters above sea level. The Máncora class design includes a square pyramidal base, a lantern, and a gallery. This lighthouse broadcasts a white flash every 15 seconds, offering a reference point for vessels up to 18.8 nautical miles away. The site is accessible, though the tower itself remains closed to visitors.

Why it matters: This structure serves as a primary navigation aid for maritime safety in the region. It marks the entrance for the nearby port of Arica.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
51m
Geographic Range
18.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1982

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a single red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: Máncora class square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a square pyramidal base, painted white with a single red horizontal band

Location

City
Sama
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Tacna
Sea Region
Located on a hill behind the town of Boca del Río, about 40 km (25 mi) northeast of La Concordia.
Latitude
-18.1559°
Longitude
-70.6733°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Arica(27.1 km)
ARLHS No.
PER-004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boca del Río Lighthouse at night?+
Boca del Río displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Boca del Río Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boca del Río Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Arica at 27.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ilo (49.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boca del Río Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boca del Río 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 Boca del Río Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boca del Río 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.