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Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇧🇷Vila Velha, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse

This masonry tower stands 4 meters tall on a rocky reef located approximately 4 kilometers southeast of the Santa Luzia lighthouse. Painted white, the structure houses a light with a focal height of 7 meters. It emits a single white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but access to the tower itself is restricted. The lighthouse is situated near Vila Velha and is 3.3 kilometers from the port of Tubarao.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a specific rocky reef hazard to navigation southeast of the Santa Luzia lighthouse, contributing to safer passage in coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Vila Velha
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Region
Greater Vitória
Sea Region
A rocky reef about 4 km southeast of the Santa Luzia lighthouse.
Latitude
-20.3519°
Longitude
-40.2504°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tubarao(3.3 km)
Admiralty No.
G0328
NGA No.
18312
ARLHS No.
BRA-033

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: masonry tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse at night?+
Ilha do Pacotes displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vila Velha at 2.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Praia Mole Pt / Vitória (3.6 NM NNE), Tubarão Pt / Vitória (4 NM N), Vitória (4.1 NM WNW), Serra (12.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ilha do Pacotes 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 Ilha do Pacotes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ilha do Pacotes 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.