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Punta Zamuro Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇻🇪Parroquia San José, VEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Zamuro Lighthouse

The Punta Zamuro lighthouse is a 12-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower featuring orange and white horizontal bands. Its light is visible from 12.2 nautical miles and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. The focal height of the light is 16 meters above sea level. This structure is located near the village of San José de la Costa in Venezuela's Falcon State. It is an active navigational aid, contributing to maritime safety.

Why it matters: The lighthouse helps mariners identify the Punta Zamuro headland, aiding coastal traffic and preventing groundings for vessels navigating this part of the Venezuelan coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Parroquia San José
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Region
Falcon State
Sea Region
Punta Zamuro, near the village of San José de la Costa, Venezuela
Latitude
11.4432°
Longitude
-68.8305°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
orange and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower colored with orange and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cumarebo(31.2 km)
Admiralty No.
J6440
NGA No.
16924
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Zamuro Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Zamuro displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Zamuro Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Zamuro Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Cumarebo at 29.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Fuikbaai (36.4 NM N), Caracas Bay (37.5 NM N), Caracas Baai (37.9 NM N), Willemstad (40.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Zamuro Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Zamuro 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 Zamuro Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Zamuro 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.