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Danger Point Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 40s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Danger Point Lighthouse

Danger Point Lighthouse stands 45 meters tall, with its focal plane at the same elevation. This white, octagonal masonry tower was completed and first lit in 1895. The structure features a red dome and a white lantern room. Its light emits a long flash characteristic, visible for 27 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the southern point of Walker Bay, near Gansbaai in Western South Africa.

Background
Danger Point Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the southern point of Walker Bay, near Gansbaai, in South Africa. It is a white octagonal masonry tower that has been in use since 1895.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 40s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
40s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
27NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1895

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6320
NGA No.
D 6320
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
45m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White octagonal masonry tower, red dome, white lantern; 56

Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-34.6309°
Longitude
19.3030°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Danger Point Lighthouse at night?+
Danger Point displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 40s — 3 white flashes every 40 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.
Which ports and harbors does Danger Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Danger Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Goudiniweg at 2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include GANSBAAI (3.4 NM NE), Strand (38.7 NM NW), Riviersonderend (41.3 NM NE), Wemmershoek (47.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Danger Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Danger Point 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 Danger Point Lighthouse?+
Danger Point 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 Danger Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Danger Point 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.