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Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse

Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass structure, 12 meters tall. Its light source is elevated 14 meters above sea level. The light is white, flashing once every 3 seconds, and can be seen up to 11.6 nautical miles away. The building is round, white, made of fiberglass, and has a flared top. It is located on the north side of the estuary, west of a large cable-stayed bridge, and marks the eastern limit of the quay at the Kendari passenger terminal. Visitors can access the site, but climbing the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for ships approaching and leaving Kendari's port, an important waterway in Southeast Sulawesi, by marking the passenger terminal area where many vessels gather.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.9735°
Longitude
122.5845°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kendari, Sulawesi(2.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1562
NGA No.
25308

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round white fiberglass tower with a flared top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse at night?+
Pelabuhan Kendari displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Kendari, Sulawesi at 0.3 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pelabuhan Kendari 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 Pelabuhan Kendari Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pelabuhan Kendari 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.