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Rukyira Spit Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇹🇿TZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Rukyira Spit Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 10 meters tall and displays black and white horizontal bands. It is situated on a sandy spit at the entrance to Kilwa Masoko, a small port in Tanzania. The lighthouse emits a white light, flashing once every 10 seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. Its focal height is 12 meters above sea level. The structure serves as a visual marker for mariners approaching the harbor.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the sandy spit at the harbor entrance, ensuring safe passage into Kilwa Masoko.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Sea Region
Located on a sandy spit at the entrance to the small port of Kilwa Masoko.
Latitude
-8.8981°
Longitude
39.6013°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kilwa Masoko(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D6658.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Rukyira Spit Lighthouse at night?+
Rukyira Spit 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 Rukyira Spit Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Rukyira Spit Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Kilwa Masoko at 6.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kilwa Kivinje (14.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Rukyira Spit Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Rukyira Spit 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 Rukyira Spit Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Rukyira Spit 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.