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Tanjung Tapa Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Tapa Lighthouse

This metal lighthouse is 16 meters high with the light at 16 meters above sea level. The structure is a white, square, skeletal tower resting on a pile-supported platform. Its light flashes green once every 5 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a cape southeast of Tanjung Kampeh, off Sumatra's coast. While the grounds can be visited, the tower is not open for entry.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the cape, serving as a reference point for ships in the area. Its regular green flash offers a clear signal for maritime movement.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-2.6833°
Longitude
105.7667°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pangkal Balam(41.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0991
NGA No.
22884
ARLHS No.
IDO-024

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square green skeletal tower on a platform supported by piles

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 Tapa Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Tapa displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tanjung Tapa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Tapa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Pangkalpinang, Banka at 40.5 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Pangkal Balam, Banka (41.9 NM NNE), Toboali (47.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Tapa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Tapa 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 Tapa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Tapa 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.