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Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse

Fl G 4s🇲🇿Mozambique, MZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse

This lighthouse has a white cubic base with a red tower extending upwards. The structure reaches a height of 29 meters. Its light emits a green color. The characteristic is a single green flash every 3 seconds. The focal height is 10 meters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl G 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.G. period 3s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
Mozambique
Country
🇲🇿MZ
Latitude
-12.9291°
Longitude
40.5103°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
29m
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: White cubic base, red tower; 29

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6628
NGA No.
31580
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Said Ali displays the characteristic Fl G 4s — 1 green flash every 4 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Pemba at 2.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Ibo (36.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Said Ali Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Said Ali 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 Said Ali Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Said Ali 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.