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Sānyà Reef Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇨🇳Sanya City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sānyà Reef Lighthouse

Also known as: Sānyà Reef (Báipái)

The Sānyà Reef Lighthouse is a round cylindrical white concrete tower measuring 11 meters in height, featuring three galleries. Its focal height reaches 16 meters. Located 0.4 kilometers from Sanya City, Hainan, China, it sits adjacent to the International Passenger Pier, which was extended to the reef in 2017. The light shows a white flash every three seconds (Fl W 3s) with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This marker warns vessels of the submerged reef and delineates the harbour approach near the International Passenger Pier.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Significant events: International Passenger Pier extended to reef in 2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sanya(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3350.5
NGA No.
20195

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with three galleries

Location

City
Sanya City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Hainan
Sea Region
Located at the edge of an extended International Passenger Pier, formerly at the end of a reef.
Latitude
18.2375°
Longitude
109.4815°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sānyà Reef Lighthouse at night?+
Sānyà Reef displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Sānyà Reef Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sānyà Reef Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is SANYA at 1.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Sanyang (5.1 NM NNW), Xincun (34.3 NM ENE), Huikou (38.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sānyà Reef Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sānyà Reef 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 Sānyà Reef Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sānyà Reef 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.