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Punta Tomoro Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇻🇪Parroquia Tocópero, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Tomoro Lighthouse

Also known as: Punta Tomoro (Punta Manzanillo)

This hexagonal fiberglass tower, 12 meters in height, displays a white light from a focal plane 45 meters above sea level. The tower is finished in orange with a single white horizontal stripe. Its light signature is Fl W 6s, offering a geographic range of 17.9 nautical miles. Situated on a cape roughly 15 kilometers northeast of Puerto Cumarebo, within Venezuela's Falcon State, its closest port is Cumarebo, located 5.2 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The Punta Tomoro light marks the cape northeast of Puerto Cumarebo, Venezuela, assisting local vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Location

City
Parroquia Tocópero
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Falcon State
Sea Region
Located on a prominent cape about 15 km northeast of Puerto Cumarebo, Venezuela.
Latitude
11.5336°
Longitude
-69.2822°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
orange with one white horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: hexagonal fiberglass tower, colored orange with one white horizontal band

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cumarebo(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J6438
NGA No.
16920
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Tomoro Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Tomoro displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Tomoro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Tomoro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Cumarebo at 3.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include La Vela de Coro (17.6 NM WSW), St Michiel's Bay (40.2 NM NNE), Caracas Bay (40.3 NM NE), Willemstad (40.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Tomoro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Tomoro 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 Tomoro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Tomoro 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.