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Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇻🇪Mainland, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse

The Isla Borrachitos Del Este lighthouse is a white, hexagonal tower constructed of fiberglass. Standing 6 meters tall, its focal plane is elevated to 116 meters above sea level. The structure is banded with orange and white. It emits a white flash on a 15-second cycle. The geographic range of its light is 6 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse helps mark the western approach to Puerto la Cruz.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
116m
Geographic Range
6NM

Location

City
Mainland
Country
🇻🇪VE
Latitude
10.2523°
Longitude
-64.7610°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: Orange hexagonal glass reinforced plastic(grp) fiberglass tower, white banded; 20

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6479
NGA No.
17089
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Borrachitos Del Este displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto La Cruz at 7 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Guaraguao (7.6 NM E), Pamatacual (8 NM E), Petrozuata (8.1 NM SW), El Chaure (8.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Borrachitos Del Este 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 Isla Borrachitos Del Este Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Borrachitos Del Este 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.