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Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse

🇵🇪Yavari, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 7 meters tall and features narrow red and white horizontal bands, the colors of the Peruvian flag. Located on the Amazon River near Yavari, its site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. The nearest major port, Iquitos, is approximately 199 kilometers away. The structure's design aids riverine traffic on this vast waterway, assisting vessels navigating powerful currents and changing channels.

Why it matters: These lights are essential for guiding diverse river traffic through the complex channels of the Amazon, supporting the region's commerce and connecting remote communities.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with narrow red and white horizontal bands

Structure: round cylindrical tower painted with red and white horizontal bands (the colors of the Peruvian flag)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Yavari
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Loreto
Sea Region
Amazon River, Peru
Latitude
-4.2241°
Longitude
-69.9575°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Iquitos(199.2 km)
ARLHS No.
PER-043
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tabatinga at 1.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Leticia (1.5 NM ENE), Simon Bolivar (5.5 NM N), Benjamin Constant (9.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses 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 Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Río Amazonas (Amazon River) Lighthouses 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.