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Santo Niño Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Santo Niño Lighthouse

A white fiberglass tower, standing 9 meters tall, marks the eastern tip of Santo Niño (Limbangcavayan) Island. This structure emits a white light that flashes once every 5 seconds. The lighthouse is situated approximately 25 km southwest of Calbayog. Its nearest port is Calbayog, Samar, located 12.7 km away. Access to the site is exclusively by boat, indicating its remote location.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides guidance for vessels navigating the waters around Santo Niño (Limbangcavayan) Island, aiding safe passage for local shipping traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Sea Region
eastern tip of Santo Niño (Limbangcavayan) Island, about 25 km southwest of Calbayog
Latitude
11.8919°
Longitude
124.4656°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: white fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Calbayog, Samar(12.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F2468
NGA No.
15034
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Santo Niño Lighthouse at night?+
Santo Niño displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Santo Niño Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Santo Niño Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Calbayog, Samar at 12.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Basey/Catbalogan (25.7 NM ESE), Canaybon/Catbalogan (25.7 NM ESE), Catbalogan, Samar (25.7 NM ESE), Magueda Bay/Catbalogan (25.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Santo Niño Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Santo Niño 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 Santo Niño Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Santo Niño 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.