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Punta Charambirá Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇨🇴COOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Charambirá Lighthouse

Punta Charambirá is a square skeletal tower, 36 meters in height, with its exterior marked by red and white horizontal bands. Situated on the coast by the Río San Juan, it is within the El Litoral del San Juan region. The light operates on a Fl W 12s characteristic, casting a white light that can be seen up to 16.4 nautical miles. Buenaventura, the closest port, lies 33.5 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to the Río San Juan, a primary route for commerce. Its clear daytime coloration also serves as a reference point for vessels navigating the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Region
El Litoral del San Juan
Sea Region
seaward edge of the Río San Juan, near the southern border of the province
Latitude
4.2489°
Longitude
-77.5158°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Buenaventura(33.5 km)
Admiralty No.
G3140
NGA No.
0184
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Charambirá Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Charambirá displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Charambirá Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Charambirá Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Buenaventura at 34.7 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Charambirá Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Charambirá 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 Charambirá Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Charambirá 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.