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Tombua Lighthouse

Occ G 9s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tombua Lighthouse

This white metal framework building stands 131 meters tall. The light it emits is green and consists of three flashes every 9 seconds. The focal height of the light is 11 meters. This structure has a geographic range of 23 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ G 9s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
9s
Raw Code
Oc.(3)W.G. period 9s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
23NM

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-15.7841°
Longitude
11.8507°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
131m
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White metal framework building; 131

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5436
NGA No.
25716
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tombua Lighthouse at night?+
Tombua displays the characteristic Occ G 9s — 1 green flash every 9 seconds. 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 Tombua Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tombua Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tombua at 1.5 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Namibe (39.1 NM NNE), Porto Saco (Portosalazar) (42.6 NM NNE), Baía dos Tigres (49.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tombua Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tombua 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 Tombua Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tombua 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.