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Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse

A square skeletal tower painted red marks the Pelabuhan Siwa ferry pier. The structure stands 16 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 8 meters. It emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The tower, described as a square white skeletal tower, is situated near Palapo, Sulawesi. The site surrounding the lighthouse is open to the public, but visitors cannot enter the tower itself.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids ferry traffic approaching the Siwa pier, a critical transport link in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.6812°
Longitude
120.4310°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Palapo, Sulawesi(43.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1541.6
NGA No.
25386

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red

Structure: square white skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse at night?+
Pelabuhan Siwa 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 Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Palapo, Sulawesi at 39.8 NM to the NNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pelabuhan Siwa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pelabuhan Siwa 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 Siwa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pelabuhan Siwa 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.