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Hyndman Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇬Safaga, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hyndman Lighthouse

Also known as: Hyndman (Handyman) Reef (Shab Shear West)

This cylindrical stone and fiberglass lighthouse stands 9 meters tall on a stone pier. Its yellow tower, featuring a black horizontal band, is 9 meters above sea level and emits a white flash every 10 seconds. The structure has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed. It is located near Safaga, 7.1 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's distinctive hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower serves as a unique daymark for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Safaga
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
coastal waters of Egypt
Latitude
26.6561°
Longitude
34.0395°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Safaga(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.31
NGA No.
30475

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band
Material
stone, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower, colored yellow with a black horizontal band, mounted on a stone pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hyndman Lighthouse at night?+
Hyndman 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 Hyndman Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hyndman Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Safaga at 7.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Soma Bay Marina (12 NM NNW), Hamrawein (25.7 NM SSE), Al Qusayr (35.8 NM SSE), Quseir (35.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hyndman Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hyndman 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 Hyndman Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hyndman 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.