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Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇮🇩North Jakarta, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse

Also known as: Jakarta Harbor (Batavia Marina)

A cylindrical red tower, 22 meters high, stands at Jakarta Harbor. Its light is positioned 20 meters above sea level and offers a geographic range of 13.2 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 2.5 seconds. The structure features an octagonal lantern room atop a square glass-enclosed tower, which is attached to a five-story building. The lighthouse site is accessible to the public, though climbing the tower is not permitted. The nearest port is Tanjung Priok, located 3.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering and departing Tanjung Priok, Jakarta's primary port, facilitating maritime trade in Jakarta Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 2.5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
North Jakarta
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Latitude
-6.1206°
Longitude
106.8112°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Priok(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1068
NGA No.
23420

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red

Structure: octagonal light tower atop a square cylindrical glass-enclosed tower attached to the side of a 5-story building

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Jakarta Harbor displays the characteristic Fl White 2.5s. 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 Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jakarta, Java at 2.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Tanjung Priok (3.6 NM ENE), Jakarta Pusat (4 NM SSE), Olah Jasa Andal/Jakarta (4.5 NM ENE), Port Segoro Fajar Satryo/Jakarta (4.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jakarta Harbor 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 Jakarta Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jakarta Harbor 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.