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Serengai Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Serengai Lighthouse

The Serengai lighthouse is a 12-meter-tall square skeletal tower constructed of metal. Its white structure stands on a hillside overlooking the Indian Ocean off Sumatra, with the light positioned 21 meters above sea level. This aid emits a white flash every 5 seconds. It lies 37.9 kilometers from the nearest port, Bengkulu, on Sumatra. The lighthouse was established to help vessels navigate the coastal waters safely.

Why it matters: This light warns ships of coastal hazards along the Sumatran coast, particularly for traffic approaching or leaving Bengkulu.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.4180°
Longitude
101.8933°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square white skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bengkulu, Sumatra(37.9 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0883.8
NGA No.
23112
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Serengai Lighthouse at night?+
Serengai 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 Serengai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Serengai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Bengkulu, Sumatra at 37.9 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Serengai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Serengai 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 Serengai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Serengai 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.