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Punta Caribana Lighthouse

Fl 8s🇨🇴Northern Colombia, COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Caribana Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 7 meters tall with a round shape. Its white tower features red bands, and the light emits two white flashes every 8 seconds. The focal height reaches 84 meters, providing a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. The structure was built in Northern Colombia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 8s
Focal Height
84m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Northern Colombia
Country
🇨🇴CO
Latitude
8.6215°
Longitude
-76.8879°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower, red banded; 7

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6145
NGA No.
16660
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Caribana Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Caribana displays the characteristic Fl 8s — 1 flash every 8 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.
Which ports and harbors does Punta Caribana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Caribana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is ACANDI at 24 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Turbo (33.8 NM SSE), Rio Cordoba (35.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Caribana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Caribana 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 Caribana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Caribana 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.