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Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse

Occ (3) W 20s🇹🇿Tanzania, TZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a square tower painted white with red bands. It reaches a height of 95 meters, with its focal plane situated at 29 meters above sea level. The primary light source produces three white flashes in a 20-second cycle. Additionally, a quick white light serves to mark a South Cardinal Buoy approximately 2.4 nautical miles from the station along the 126-degree bearing. The structure's substantial height contributes to its considerable visibility.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 16 nautical miles, providing a wide area of coverage for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ (3) W 20s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 20s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Tanzania
Country
🇹🇿TZ
Latitude
-6.7908°
Longitude
39.3371°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
95m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White square tower, red banded; 95. Q W marks Y SBM 126° 2.4M

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6672
NGA No.
31432
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse at night?+
Outer Makatumbe displays the characteristic Occ (3) W 20s — 3 white flashes every 20 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 Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dar es Salaam at 3.1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Mkokotoni, Zanzibar (38.6 NM NNW), Zanzibar (38.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Outer Makatumbe 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 Outer Makatumbe Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Outer Makatumbe 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.