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North Gigante Island Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About North Gigante Island Lighthouse

The North Gigante Island Lighthouse, operational since 1994, stands 23 meters tall. Its round aluminum tower is painted white and displays a distinctive red and white checkered diamond daymark. This structure emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 17 nautical miles, aiding navigation in the Southern Philippines.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2294
NGA No.
14648
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Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
aluminum

Structure: Red and white checkered diamond (rhombus) daymark

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
11.6386°
Longitude
123.3578°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify North Gigante Island Lighthouse at night?+
North Gigante 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 North Gigante Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
North Gigante Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Ajuy at 34.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Culasi (37.9 NM W), Masbate (46.5 NM NNE), Hagnava Bay (47.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is North Gigante Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, North Gigante 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 North Gigante Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near North Gigante 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.