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Olanivan Island Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇵🇭Sarangani, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Olanivan Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Olaniban

A white, cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 9 meters tall on Olanivan Island. Its design is described as a round barbell shape. The light emits a white flash every 8 seconds. This operational lighthouse is located in Sarangani, Davao Occidental, Philippines. While visitors may access the island, the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port, General Santos, is approximately 40 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse offers critical guidance for local shipping, ensuring safe passage around Olanivan Island and helping to prevent groundings and collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s

Location

City
Sarangani
Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Region
Davao Occidental
Latitude
5.5124°
Longitude
125.4885°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
General Santos(39.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2228.5
NGA No.
15185.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped white fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Olanivan Island Lighthouse at night?+
Olanivan Island displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Olanivan Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Olanivan Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is General Santos at 38.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Babato/Dadiangas (40.6 NM NNW), Basiauang/Dadiangas (40.6 NM NNW), Banawan/Dadiangas (40.6 NM NNW), Kiamba/Dadiangas (40.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Olanivan Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Olanivan 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 Olanivan Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Olanivan 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.