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Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇳🇿NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Nukutaunga Island (Cavalli Islands)

A cylindrical metal tower, 4 meters high and painted white, stands on Nukutaunga Island. This structure forms part of the Cavalli Islands group, located off the coast of Whangaroa, New Zealand. The light emanates from a focal height of 111 meters, casting a white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 26 nautical miles. Its nearest port is Russell, 18.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids safe passage through the Cavalli Islands, a group of high islands presenting navigational challenges off Whangaroa.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
111m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Northland
Sea Region
Nukutaunga Island, one of the Cavalli Islands, off Whangaroa, New Zealand
Latitude
-34.9767°
Longitude
173.9651°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: round metal tower painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Russel(18.8 km)
ARLHS No.
NZL-076
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse at night?+
Nukutaunga Island displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Whangaroa at 11.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Waitangi (17.4 NM SSE), Russel (18.8 NM SSE), PAIHIA (19.3 NM SSE), Opua (21.7 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nukutaunga 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 Nukutaunga Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nukutaunga 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.