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Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse

Gilimanuk Entrance lighthouse is a 20-meter tall, square skeletal tower painted white. Its light source is 15 meters above sea level and produces a red flash every 4 seconds. The light reaches 11.9 nautical miles. Located 1.7 kilometers from Ketapang, this marker directs ships toward Gilimanuk Bay. Access to the site is permitted, but entry into the tower is restricted.

Why it matters: This marker provides navigation for the ferry connection between Ketapang and Gilimanuk. It warns vessels of the shallow entrance and sandbanks in Gilimanuk Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.1194°
Longitude
114.4294°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ketapang(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1257.5
NGA No.
23791

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse at night?+
Gilimanuk Entrance displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ketapang, Kl at 1.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Gilimanuk, Bali (2.4 NM S), Banyuwangi (5.6 NM SSW), Banjuwangi, Java (6 NM SSW), Celukan Bawang, Bl (24.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gilimanuk Entrance 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 Gilimanuk Entrance Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gilimanuk Entrance 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.