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Nabq Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nabq Lighthouse

The Nabq lighthouse, a 7.5-meter steel skeletal mast, stands on the Red Sea coast of Egypt within the Nabq Protected Area. Its black and yellow tower is positioned to aid navigation along this stretch of coastline. The light emits a white flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 8 meters, providing a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to visitors, the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Sharm ash Shaykh, located approximately 15 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for safe navigation within the Nabq Protected Area, supporting both local maritime traffic and the region's tourism industry by helping vessels avoid potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
South Sinai
Sea Region
Red Sea coast of Egypt, within the Nabq Protected Area
Latitude
28.0600°
Longitude
34.4395°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sharm ash Shaykh(14.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.74
NGA No.
30425

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
black and yellow
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal mast

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nabq Lighthouse at night?+
Nabq 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 Nabq Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nabq Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sharm ash Shaykh at 14.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Al Khuraibah (38.5 NM E), EL TOR (44.7 NM WNW), El Tor (44.8 NM WNW), Zeit Bay (46.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nabq Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nabq 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 Nabq Lighthouse?+
Nabq Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Nabq Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nabq 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.