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Punta Balandra Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇩🇴Samana, DOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Balandra Lighthouse

Punta Balandra is a white skeletal steel tower standing 11 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 47 meters, providing a geographic range of 18.2 nautical miles. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse is situated on the north side of the entrance to Bahía de Samaná, near the city of Samana. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Samana, 6.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Bahía de Samaná, warning mariners of the promontory at the bay's northern approach.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Location

City
Samana
Country
🇩🇴Dominican Republic
Region
Samaná
Sea Region
Bahía de Samaná, marking the entrance on its north side.
Latitude
19.1868°
Longitude
-69.2243°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samana(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J5440
NGA No.
14284

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
White
Material
steel

Structure: white skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Balandra Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Balandra displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Balandra Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Balandra Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cayo Levantado at 5.3 NM to the W. Other ports served include SAMANA (6 NM W), Samana (6.2 NM W), Sabana de la Mar (11.5 NM SW), Sánchez (22.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Balandra Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Balandra 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 Balandra Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Balandra 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.