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Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse

This orange, square skeletal tower stands 33 meters tall, with a gallery and is located near Pengerang. Its focal height reaches 43 meters above sea level. The light emits a white flash every 20 seconds, visible for 17.6 nautical miles. The structure serves as a navigational aid on a cape north of the Singapore Strait, near the eastern entrance to the Johor Strait.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the promontory it occupies, warning vessels transiting the busy eastern entrance to the Johor Strait, a key shipping route between Malaysia and Singapore.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
17.6NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
1.3444°
Longitude
104.1361°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
33m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
orange

Structure: square skeletal tower with gallery, painted orange

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pengerang(1.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1737
NGA No.
21184
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Setapa displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Setapa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Pengerang at 2.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Telok Ramunia (6.7 NM E), Changi (9.2 NM WNW), Kampung Tanjung Langsat (9.5 NM NW), Batu Ampar (13.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Setapa 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.
What shipping routes pass near Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tanjung Setapa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Setapa 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.