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Tanjung Tohor Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Tohor Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 16 meters tall on a platform supported by four piles. The structure has a black band around its upper section. Its focal height is also 16 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. It has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the busy shipping lanes of the Strait of Malacca, warning them of coastal hazards off Tanjung Tohor.

Light & Optic

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

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
1.8443°
Longitude
102.7023°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Melaka(35.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F1650
NGA No.
21716

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical fiberglass tower on a platform supported by four 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 Tohor Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Tohor 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 Tohor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Tohor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bandar Maharani at 14.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Muar (14.8 NM NNW), MELAKA (34.5 NM NW), Malacca (34.5 NM NW), Segamat (40 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Tohor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Tohor 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 Tohor Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Tohor 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 Tohor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Tohor 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.