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Isla Galera Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇵🇦PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Galera Lighthouse

Located on the southeasternmost island of the Pearl Islands archipelago in Panama, this lighthouse is a 12-meter-high, square skeletal metal tower, painted white. Its light source is positioned 61 meters above sea level, and the light covers a distance of 20.2 nautical miles. The illumination pattern consists of one white flash every 15 seconds. The tower is sited on the island's highest elevation, about 30.5 kilometers from the port of Contadora.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the southeastern part of the Pearl Islands for ships sailing in this remote region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
61m
Geographic Range
20.2NM

Location

Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Panamá Province
Sea Region
Southeasternmost island of the Pearl Islands, situated at the highest point of the island.
Latitude
8.1950°
Longitude
-78.7770°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Contadora(30.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3187
NGA No.
0157
ARLHS No.
PAN-004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Galera Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Galera displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Isla Galera Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Galera Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is GARACHINE at 25.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include CONTADORA (30.1 NM NNW), Saboga (31.3 NM NNW), La Palma (40 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Galera Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Galera 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 Isla Galera Lighthouse?+
Isla Galera Lighthouse is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Isla Galera Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Galera 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.