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Cayo Confites Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇨🇺Nuevitas, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Confites Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 20 meters tall on a remote islet within the Jardines del Rey Archipelago. Painted white, its lantern room reaches a focal height of 23 meters. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 7.5 seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. It is situated on a reef about 12 km north of Cayo Guajaba, northeast of Esmeralda. The nearest port, Bufadero, is 8 km away. The structure is operational but closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks a narrow passage in the heavily traveled Old Bahama Channel, essential for vessels navigating between Cuba and the Bahamas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

City
Nuevitas
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Camagüey
Sea Region
Located on an islet on the reef about 12 km north of Cayo Guajaba, a large island northeast of Esmeralda in the Jardines del Rey Archipelago. It marks a narrow passage in the heavily traveled Old Bahama Channel, frequently used by cruise ships, between this lighthouse and the Cay Lobos lighthouse of the Bahamas.
Latitude
21.6631°
Longitude
-77.1414°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bufadero(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J4922
NGA No.
12804
ARLHS No.
CUB-031
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Confites Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Confites displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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 Cayo Confites Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cayo Confites Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bufadero at 7.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Puerto de Pastelillo (8.1 NM SSW), Puerto Tarafa (8.8 NM SW), Nuevitas (10.1 NM SW), Puerto Manatí (25.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cayo Confites Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Confites 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 Cayo Confites Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Confites 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.