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Pulau Berhala Lighthouse

Fl White 19s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Berhala Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built as a two-stage octagonal cylinder, stands 23 meters tall. It features a lantern and gallery at its summit and emits a white light. The light characteristic consists of a single white flash every 19 seconds. Situated on a high island, its focal height reaches 192 meters, providing a geographic range of 33 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and located approximately 24 kilometers by sea from Kualatanjung.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of Pulau Berhala, a hazard on the busy Strait of Malacca. Its high island setting makes it a unique aid in this critical maritime corridor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 19s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
19s
Raw Code
Fl W 19s
Focal Height
192m
Geographic Range
33NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
3.7742°
Longitude
99.4996°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: 2-stage octagonal cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kualatanjung(23.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F1375
NGA No.
22452
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Berhala Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Berhala displays the characteristic Fl White 19s. 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 Pulau Berhala Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Berhala Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Kualatanjung at 23.5 NM to the S. Other ports served include Pulau Jarak (36.8 NM ENE), Belawan, Sumatra (48.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Berhala Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Berhala 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 Pulau Berhala Lighthouse?+
Pulau Berhala 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 Pulau Berhala Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Berhala 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.