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Tanjung Tarabitan Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Tarabitan Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Tarabitan (Torowitan)

A square, yellow skeletal tower with a black horizontal band stands 9 meters tall, with its light positioned 10 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. This light is situated at the northernmost point of Sulawesi, near the port of Manado. The site is accessible by boat, and while visitors can access the grounds, the tower itself is closed to the public. The lighthouse structure is described as a square white skeletal tower.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of the Tanjung Tarabitan headland, a critical navigational point for maritime traffic in northern Sulawesi waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.7495°
Longitude
124.9786°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Manado(17.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2070.8.
NGA No.
25156.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band

Structure: square white skeletal 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 Tarabitan Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Tarabitan displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 Tarabitan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Tarabitan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Manado at 17.6 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Bitung, Sulawesi (22.7 NM SE), Amurang (41.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Tarabitan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Tarabitan 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 Tarabitan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Tarabitan 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.