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Cayo Perla Lighthouse

Fl yellow 5s🇨🇺CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cayo Perla Lighthouse

Also known as: Cayo Perla (Manzanillo)

The Cayo Perla lighthouse, a 9.5-meter yellow square skeletal tower, was first lit in 1902. This steel structure stands on a platform supported by piles. It provided a yellow flashing light with a geographic range of 4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated off the south side of a small cay, approximately 10 km west of Manzanillo. It has been inactive since 2020. The site remains open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's establishment in 1902 reflects the historical development of maritime safety infrastructure in the Granma region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl yellow 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
yellow
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.Y
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1902

Significant events: Inactive since 2020

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow
Material
steel

Structure: square skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by piles

Location

Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Granma
Sea Region
Off the south side of a small cay, about 10 km west of Manzanillo
Latitude
20.3575°
Longitude
-77.2436°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manzanillo(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J5066.4
NGA No.
13204
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cayo Perla Lighthouse at night?+
Cayo Perla displays the characteristic Fl yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cayo Perla Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cayo Perla Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Manzanillo at 6.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Ceiba Hueca (9.1 NM SSW), Media Luna (16.4 NM SW), Guayabal (28.8 NM NW), Niquero (29.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cayo Perla Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cayo Perla 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 Perla Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cayo Perla 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.