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Tanjung Tembeling Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Tembeling Lighthouse

The Tanjung Tembeling lighthouse is a 6-meter-high square skeletal tower situated 69 meters above sea level. Its distinctive coloring consists of a red tower with a single black vertical stripe. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, providing a geographic range of 21.3 nautical miles. Located just east of Kuantan, the lighthouse overlooks a resort on the cape. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to the public. The Kuantan Tembeling Resort oversees the accessible grounds.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating the shipping lanes east of Kuantan, warning mariners of the Tanjung Tembeling cape and ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
69m
Geographic Range
21.3NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
3.8033°
Longitude
103.3725°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kuantan(10.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F2847
NGA No.
21076

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a black vertical stripe

Structure: square skeltal tower; Gerard van den Bosch has a 2023 photo and Google has a satellite view

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Tembeling Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Tembeling displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Tembeling Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Tembeling Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kuantan (Tanjong Gelang) at 10.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tanjung Gelang (11.1 NM NNE), Kemaman (27.3 NM NNE), Nenasi (40.5 NM S), Kertih (47.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Tembeling Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Tembeling 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 Tembeling Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Tembeling 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 Tembeling Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Tembeling 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.