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Malapascua Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Malapascua Island Lighthouse

This metal lighthouse stands 36 meters tall with a focal height of 34 meters. Its structure is painted white with a red top. The light characteristic is two white flashes every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is located in the Southern Philippines. It is currently operational and has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 5s
Focal Height
34m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
11.3455°
Longitude
124.1131°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White structure, red top; 66. Temporarily Extinguished (2026)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2412
NGA No.
14812
Wikidata
Q47463860 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Malapascua Island Lighthouse at night?+
Malapascua Island displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Malapascua Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Malapascua Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bogo at 17.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Hagnava Bay (17.6 NM SSW), Calubian, Leyte (18.6 NM ENE), Leyte (21.8 NM E), PALOMPON (23.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Malapascua Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Malapascua Island 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 Malapascua Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Malapascua Island 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.