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Masamirit Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇸🇩Tokar, SDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Masamirit Lighthouse

The Masamirit Lighthouse is a 24-meter square skeletal metal tower painted red, standing 26 meters above sea level. It is located on a small island near the southeastern end of the Sawākin archipelago in Sudan's Red Sea State. An enclosed workroom is visible at the base of the structure. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, offering a geographic range of 14.5 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the small island of Masamirit, aiding vessels navigating the potentially hazardous waters of the Sawākin archipelago and the Red Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
26m
Light Range
10NM (18.5 km)
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

City
Tokar
Country
🇸🇩Sudan
Region
Red Sea State
Sea Region
Masamirit, a small island near the southeastern end of the Sawākin archipelago
Latitude
18.8294°
Longitude
38.7580°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Digna (Sawakin)(81.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7295.03
NGA No.
30688
Wikidata
Q105135521 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower, painted red; there appears to be an enclosed workroom in the base of the tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Masamirit Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 26 meters and a nominal range of 10 nautical miles (approximately 18.5 km), Masamirit is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. This range makes it a significant coastal navigation aid for vessels transiting the area.
How do mariners identify Masamirit Lighthouse at night?+
Masamirit 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.
Is Masamirit Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Masamirit 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 Masamirit Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Masamirit 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.