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Guintacan Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Guintacan Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, octagonal metal tower that stands 66 meters high. The light source is positioned 65 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The effective range of this light covers 17 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
11.2968°
Longitude
123.8897°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White octagonal metal tower; 66

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2297
NGA No.
14665
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Guintacan Island Lighthouse at night?+
Guintacan Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 Guintacan Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Guintacan Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hagnava Bay at 12.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Bogo (15.3 NM SSE), Calubian, Leyte (32.1 NM ENE), PALOMPON (32.5 NM ESE), Leyte (35.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Guintacan Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Guintacan Island 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 Guintacan Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Guintacan Island 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.