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Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower, painted white, stands 16 meters tall. Its upper section features a white slatted daymark. The lighthouse is situated off the coast, approximately 31.1 kilometers from Pulau Tioman. It emits a white light that flashes once every 10 seconds. This light originates from a focal height of 12 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though access to the tower itself is restricted.

Why it matters: The light guides vessels navigating coastal routes near Padang Endau, marking a point of land and warning of potential hazards in the shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.6665°
Longitude
103.6615°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pulau Tioman(31.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F2837.2
NGA No.
21144

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white; the upper portion of the tower is enclosed by a white slatted daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse at night?+
Padang Endau Outer 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 Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Nenasi at 30.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Bandar Tenggara (48.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Padang Endau Outer 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 Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse?+
Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Padang Endau Outer Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Padang Endau Outer 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.