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Marcus Island Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marcus Island Lighthouse

The Marcus Island lighthouse is a concrete structure standing 17 meters tall, with a focal plane also at 17 meters. The tower has a square shape and is painted white. It emits two white flashes every 10 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is attached to a one-story equipment shelter. This light is located on Marcus Island, which is connected to the north side of Saldanha Bay by a breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-33.0448°
Longitude
17.9694°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5834
NGA No.
113-25900
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marcus Island Lighthouse at night?+
Marcus Island displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes 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 Marcus Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marcus Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saldanha Bay at 1.6 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include LANGEBAAN (4.7 NM SE), Bottelary (8.5 NM SE), LAAIPLEK (18.7 NM NNE), Elands Bay (48 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marcus Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marcus 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.
What shipping routes pass near Marcus Island Lighthouse?+
Marcus Island Lighthouse is located within the Cape of Good Hope route — the historic shipping route around the southern tip of Africa. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Marcus Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marcus 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.