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Port Sa'Id Lighthouse

Fl Y 10s🇪🇬Egypt, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Sa'Id Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white tower that reaches a height of 47 meters. The light source emits numerous yellow flashes every 6 seconds. The structure itself is identified as SPECIAL (IALA A) and includes a yellow post with a yellow x-shaped topmark. Its focal plane is also at 47 meters, providing a geographic range of 20 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to the Suez Canal.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Y 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
47m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Egypt
Country
🇪🇬EG
Latitude
31.2730°
Longitude
32.2918°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
47m
Tower Color
white

Structure: SPECIAL (IALA A) Yellow post, yellow x- shaped topmark. Numerous Fl.Y. 6s lights

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
N5978.2
NGA No.
21276
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Sa'Id Lighthouse at night?+
Port Sa'Id displays the characteristic Fl Y 10s — 1 yellow flash every 10 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Sa'Id Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Sa'Id Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Port Said at 2.3 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Port Said East (4.5 NM SE), Marsa Egyptian Propylene & Polypropylene (7.5 NM WNW), Dumyat (Damietta) (29.6 NM WNW), ISMAILIA (41.2 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Sa'Id Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Sa'Id 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 Port Sa'Id Lighthouse?+
Port Sa'Id 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 Port Sa'Id Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Sa'Id 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.