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Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇹🇿TZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse

A 9-meter white concrete tower on Toten Island's eastern point, with its light at a focal height of 11 meters. It provides a light visible for 10.7 nautical miles, flashing white once every 2 seconds (Fl W 2s). Situated 0.6 kilometers from Tanga, this structure serves as the front marker for a navigation range, assisting ships approaching the harbor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as the lead light for the Tanga harbor entrance. It works with a rear marker to define the safe approach path for vessels entering the port area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Region
Tanga Region
Sea Region
eastern tip of Toten Island, an island off the Tanga waterfront, marking the entrance range for Tanga harbor.
Latitude
-5.0544°
Longitude
39.1104°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanga(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D6759.55
NGA No.
31316
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Toten Island Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Tanga at 1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Pangani (23.6 NM SSW), Shimoni (29.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toten Island Range Front 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 Toten Island Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toten Island Range Front 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.