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Lapuko Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lapuko Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, standing 20 meters tall and painted white, became operational in 2019. It emits a single white flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 21 meters, with a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. The structure is located directly on the wharf at Lapuko, which is a port facility on Staring Bay, southeast of Kendari on Sulawesi. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Kendari, 12.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse facilitates safe navigation for vessels accessing the developing port at Lapuko, defining the entrance to the wharf and supporting regional economic activity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2019

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower painted white

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-4.1589°
Longitude
122.7011°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kendari, Sulawesi(12.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1558.75.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lapuko Lighthouse at night?+
Lapuko displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Lapuko Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lapuko Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Kendari, Sulawesi at 12.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include RAHA (40.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lapuko Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lapuko 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 Lapuko Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lapuko 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.