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Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Karangbata (Karang Batu, Pantai Menganti)

The Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse is a 12-meter tall cylindrical fiberglass structure. Its light is positioned 63 meters above sea level and produces a white flash every 5 seconds, with a range of 20.5 nautical miles. Situated on a headland near Ayah, about 30 kilometers west of Kebumen in Indonesia's Central Java province, the lighthouse features a white, round barbell-shaped tower. The site is open to visitors, but the tower is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a significant headland, providing navigation assistance to vessels operating along the coast west of Kebumen.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
63m
Geographic Range
20.5NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
prominent headland near Ayah, about 30 km west of Kebumen, Indonesia
Latitude
-7.7751°
Longitude
109.4124°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cilacap (Tjilatjap)(24.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1276
NGA No.
23822.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round barbell-shaped fiberglass (?) tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Karangbata 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 Karangbata Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Arun at 15.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include Cilacap (Tjilatjap) (25 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Karangbata Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Karangbata 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 Karangbata Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Karangbata 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.