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Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Batu Gendang (Tanjung Pandanan South)

This 20-meter white concrete tower, featuring two galleries, stands on Lombok's southwestern tip. Established in 1992, the current structure was erected in 2010, replacing an earlier 10-meter tower. Its light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 65 meters. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 20.8 nautical miles. It serves to warn vessels approaching the southeastern entrance to the Lombok Strait.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southeastern entrance to the Lombok Strait, a significant shipping lane between Lombok and Bali, ensuring safe passage for vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.7508°
Longitude
115.8268°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: 2-stage white concrete tower with two galleries

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lembar(14.6 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1299
NGA No.
25570
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Batu Gendang 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 Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lembar at 14.5 NM to the E. Other ports served include Ampenan, Bali (18.1 NM NE), Senggigi (20.1 NM NE), Manggis (22.9 NM NW), Benoa (35.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Batu Gendang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Batu Gendang 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 Batu Gendang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Batu Gendang 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.