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Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse

The Pulau Tabuan lighthouse, identified as Duiven Eiland, is located on a small island in the Bali Sea. Established in 1871, the current station features a concrete tower topped by a round, barbell-shaped white fiberglass structure. This cylindrical tower stands 15 meters tall, with the light positioned at a focal height of 17 meters. Its white light produces a single flash every 5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible only by boat from Banyuwangi - Meneng, which is 6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the western side of the northern entrance to the Bali Strait, warning vessels about the channel's western boundary.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Banyuwangi
Latitude
-8.0372°
Longitude
114.4611°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banyuwangi - Meneng(6.0 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1249
NGA No.
23774

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped white fiberglass tower standing atop a round concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} 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 Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ketapang, Kl at 6.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Gilimanuk, Bali (7.5 NM SSW), Banyuwangi (10.9 NM SSW), Banjuwangi, Java (11.2 NM SSW), Celukan Bawang, Bl (24 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} 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 Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Tabuan {Duiven Eiland} 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.