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Punta Soldado Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Punta Soldado Lighthouse

The Punta Soldado lighthouse is a square skeletal tower standing 47 meters tall, distinguished by red and white horizontal bands. It is situated on the south side of the entrance to Bahia de Buenaventura. This structure, located 7.3 kilometers from the nearest port of Buenaventura, was designed to aid vessels entering one of Colombia's busiest ports. While the light is no longer active, the tower remains operational and now hosts a radar antenna.

Why it matters: The tower's continued use as a radar platform is important for modern navigation and traffic control at the entrance to Bahia de Buenaventura, Colombia's principal Pacific port.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
47m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Buenaventura(7.3 km)
ARLHS No.
COL-065

Location

Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Sea Region
south side of the entrance to the Bahia de Buenaventura
Latitude
3.8086°
Longitude
-77.1797°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Punta Soldado Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Soldado Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Buenaventura at 8.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Yumbo (44.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Soldado Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Soldado 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 Soldado Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Soldado 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.