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Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇲🇿Pemba, MZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse

The Ponta do Diabo lighthouse, built in 1997 from stone, stands 6 meters tall with its light at 8 meters. This cylindrical masonry tower replaced an earlier structure that had been toppled by strong winds and poor maintenance. It emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. Located on a low promontory about 19 kilometers north of Pemba Bay in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado Province, the lighthouse is situated near the port of Pemba. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light is important for vessels navigating north of Pemba Bay, an area marked by significant maritime hazards due to strong winds and the loss of a previous aid to navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1997

Significant events: Replaced older light toppled by strong winds and poor maintenance

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower

Location

City
Pemba
Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Region
Cabo Delgado Province
Sea Region
A low promontory about 19 km north of Pemba Bay
Latitude
-12.9637°
Longitude
40.4812°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pemba(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D6634
NGA No.
31576
ARLHS No.
MOZ-016
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta do Diabo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Pemba at 0.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Ibo (38.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta do Diabo 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 Ponta do Diabo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta do Diabo 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.