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Boulbinet Lighthouse

Occ WR 12s🇬🇳Guinea, GNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Boulbinet Lighthouse

The Boulbinet lighthouse is a green framework tower. It emits a light that is white and red. This light shows two flashes every 12 seconds. The focal height of the light is 13 meters above sea level. The NGA list number for this aid to navigation is 24636, and its Admiralty number is D3093. It is operational and has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WR 12s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W.R. period 12s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Guinea
Country
🇬🇳GN
Latitude
9.5029°
Longitude
-13.7199°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
green

Structure: Green framework tower

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D3093
NGA No.
24636
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Boulbinet Lighthouse at night?+
Boulbinet displays the characteristic Occ WR 12s — 1 wr flash every 12 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. The wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Boulbinet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Boulbinet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Conakry at 1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Dubreka (21.3 NM NE), Benty (36.8 NM ESE), Boffa (44.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Boulbinet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Boulbinet 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 Boulbinet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Boulbinet 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.