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Tanjung Sarbete Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Sarbete Lighthouse

This square pyramidal skeletal tower stands 30 meters tall and is painted white. Its construction material is metal, and it has a focal height of 32 meters. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public. It is located near Larantuka, a port approximately 2.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the Narrows, a passage approximately 600 meters wide, essential for vessels approaching Larantuka.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-8.3167°
Longitude
123.0197°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Larantuka(2.2 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1341
NGA No.
25648

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted white

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 Sarbete Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Sarbete 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 Sarbete Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Sarbete Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is LARANTUKA at 2.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include LEWOLEBA (23.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Sarbete Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Sarbete 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 Sarbete Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Sarbete 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.