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Punta Aguide Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇻🇪Агуиде, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Aguide Lighthouse

A 12-meter tall, cylindrical fiberglass tower features horizontal bands of orange and white. With a focal height of 50 meters, it shows a white light that flashes once every 15 seconds (Fl W 15s). This structure offers a 18.7 nautical mile geographic range. It is located near the village of Aguide.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the landform near Aguide, assisting ships along the Venezuelan coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
50m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Location

City
Агуиде
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Falcon State
Sea Region
Located on a promontory near the village of Aguide in Venezuela.
Latitude
11.3521°
Longitude
-68.6856°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with orange and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower colored with orange and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chichiriviche(35.6 km)
Admiralty No.
J6441
NGA No.
16928
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Aguide Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Aguide displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Punta Aguide Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Aguide Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chichiriviche at 35.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Puerto Cumarebo (39.4 NM WNW), Fuikbaai (42.6 NM N), Caracas Bay (44.2 NM NNW), Caracas Baai (44.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Aguide Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Aguide 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 Punta Aguide Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Aguide 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.