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Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse

The Tanjung Bansering Range Rear lighthouse is a white, octagonal concrete tower standing 20 meters tall, with a focal height of 28 meters. It is located in the village of Bengkak, at the northern end of the Bali Strait. This structure features a lantern and gallery and is painted white. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds and has a geographic range of 14.9 nautical miles. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to the public. It is situated 3.5 kilometers from the nearest port, Banyuwangi - Meneng.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels northbound through the narrowest passage of the Bali Strait, a critical shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Banyuwangi
Sea Region
Bali Strait, guides vessels northbound through the narrowest passage, located in the village of Bengkak, at the northern end of the strait
Latitude
-8.0645°
Longitude
114.4263°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Banyuwangi - Meneng(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1250.1
NGA No.
23780

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Bansering Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ketapang, Kl at 4.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Gilimanuk, Bali (5.7 NM S), Banyuwangi (8.6 NM SSW), Banjuwangi, Java (9 NM SSW), Celukan Bawang, Bl (25.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Bansering Range Rear 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 Tanjung Bansering Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Bansering Range Rear 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.