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Cape Infanta Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 20s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape Infanta Lighthouse

This metal framework tower stands 53 meters high and has a focal height of 53 meters. Painted white, the structure is topped with a red lantern and features a square daymark. It emits a single white flash and offers a geographic range of 24 nautical miles. The tower is constructed of metal and is square in shape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-34.4722°
Longitude
20.8457°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
53m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Metal framework tower, red lantern, square daymark; 49. Range 5M by day

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6371
NGA No.
D 6371
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Infanta Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Infanta displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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.
Is Cape Infanta Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape Infanta 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.
What shipping routes pass near Cape Infanta Lighthouse?+
Cape Infanta Lighthouse is located within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Cape Infanta Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Infanta 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.