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Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse

A cylindrical, white fiberglass tower stands 10 meters tall, with a focal height of 14 meters. This structure, shaped like a round hourglass, is situated on the east breakwater at Pantai Senok. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 11.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides ships toward a new harbor facility on the Kelantan state coast, near the Thai border. It is located approximately 15 kilometers northeast of Kota Baharu.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of vessels entering or leaving the new harbor facility on the Kelantan coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Sea Region
east breakwater at Pantai Senok, guiding ships to a new harbor facility on the coast of Kelantan state, near the Thai border, about 15 km northeast of Kota Baharu
Latitude
6.1684°
Longitude
102.3453°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: white round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kuala Terengganu(69.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2889
ARLHS No.
WMA-021
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse at night?+
Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tak Bai Customs House at 18.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Kuala Besut (24.1 NM SSE), Bangnara (34.4 NM WNW), Narathiwat (34.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) 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 Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse?+
Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) 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 Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pantai Senok (Pengkalan Datu) 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.