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Isla Señora Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇦PAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla Señora Lighthouse

This white, square skeletal tower stands 12 meters tall on Isla Señora, the highest point of an island in Panama's Pearl Islands. Its light, a white flash every 5 seconds, has a geographic range of 21.4 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated 11.2 kilometers from the nearest port, Saboga. It operates from a focal height of 70 meters, marking the western side of the archipelago.

Why it matters: The Isla Señora lighthouse assists vessels navigating the western Pearl Islands, a region frequented by fishing and eco-tourism, helping them avoid hazards obscured by dense jungle.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
70m
Geographic Range
21.4NM

Location

Country
🇵🇦Panama
Region
Panamá Province
Sea Region
An island on the west side of the Pearl Islands, situated at the highest point of the island.
Latitude
8.4467°
Longitude
-79.1090°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saboga(11.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G3188.5
NGA No.
0131
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla Señora Lighthouse at night?+
Isla Señora displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Señora Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla Señora Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saboga at 11.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include CONTADORA (11.6 NM NNE), Taboguilla (32.6 NM NW), Taboga (33.8 NM NW), Melones (36.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla Señora Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla Señora 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 Señora Lighthouse?+
Isla Señora 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 Señora Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla Señora 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.