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Cabo Marzo Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇨🇴COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Marzo Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower, measuring 18 meters in height, displays red and white horizontal bands. Located on a small island near a notable cape, it is positioned roughly 50 kilometers southeast of Colombia's border with Panama. The lighthouse's white light, positioned at a focal height of 68 meters, flashes once every 15 seconds (Fl W 15s) and can be seen up to 21.2 nautical miles. Turbo, the closest port, is situated more than 94.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse identifies a significant cape and its associated island, assisting vessels in navigating safely along this isolated segment of Colombia's Caribbean shoreline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
68m
Geographic Range
21.2NM

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Sea Region
Located on a small island just off a prominent cape about 50 km southeast of the Panamanian border in Colombia.
Latitude
6.8271°
Longitude
-77.6901°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Turbo(94.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G3153
NGA No.
0174
ARLHS No.
COL-057
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Marzo Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Marzo 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 Cabo Marzo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Marzo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is BAHIA SOLANO at 39.7 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Marzo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Marzo 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 Cabo Marzo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Marzo 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.