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Labuhan Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Labuhan Lighthouse

Also known as: Labuhan (Labuan) Bajo North

The Labuhan lighthouse is a 10-meter tall square skeletal tower with a gallery, painted white. Its focal height is 15 meters, and it emits a white flash every 2.5 seconds. The tower has a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. It is located near the port of Sape, which is 50.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns ships about the complex reef systems and shallow waters surrounding Labuan Bajo, a critical area for inter-island transport and fishing vessels.

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
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.4904°
Longitude
119.8755°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sape(50.9 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1329.3.
NGA No.
25628.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Labuhan Lighthouse at night?+
Labuhan 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 Labuhan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Labuhan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is LABUANABAJO at 0 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Labuan Bajo (0.7 NM SE), Komodo (22.7 NM WSW), Reo (36.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Labuhan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Labuhan 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 Labuhan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Labuhan 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.