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Tambu Island Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇵🇭PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tambu Island Lighthouse

Also known as: Tambo

The Tambu Island Lighthouse, operational since 1993, is a 10-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower painted white and red. Its focal plane stands 6 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a red flash every 5 seconds, visible for 2 nautical miles. It is located on a small island northwest of Talibon, marking the waters of the Bohol Sea. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating local shipping lanes into and out of the Talibon area. Its distinctive barbell-shaped tower provides a warning against hazards in the surrounding waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1993

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped fiberglass tower

Location

Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
10.1887°
Longitude
124.2818°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Talibon(3.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2385.3
NGA No.
14878
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tambu Island Lighthouse at night?+
Tambu Island displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tambu Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tambu Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Talibon at 3.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Mactan Island Apt (17.9 NM WNW), Lapu-Lapu, Cebu (21.1 NM WNW), Cebu (21.2 NM WNW), Toledo/Cebu (23.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tambu Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tambu Island 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 Tambu Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tambu Island 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.