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Ra's Dubb Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's Dubb Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's Dubb (Ra's Dib)

This active lighthouse stands on a cape located roughly 65 kilometers southeast of Ra's Ghārib. The structure is a 10-meter tall, cylindrical fiberglass tower with an hourglass form, finished in black. It displays a white flash at 5-second intervals. From a focal height of 45 meters, its light reaches 17.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is positioned about 9.4 kilometers from Ras Shukheir, the closest port.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks a significant cape along the Egyptian Red Sea coastline, warning ships of dangers in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
Located on a prominent cape about 65 km southeast of Ra's Ghārib.
Latitude
28.0303°
Longitude
33.4151°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ras Shukheir(9.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.78
NGA No.
30348
ARLHS No.
EGY-006
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's Dubb Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's Dubb 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 Ra's Dubb Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's Dubb Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ras Shukheir at 9.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Zeit Bay (14.7 NM SE), ZEIT BAY (15.7 NM SSE), EL TOR (16 NM NE), El Tor (16.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's Dubb Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's Dubb 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 Ra's Dubb Lighthouse?+
Ra's Dubb 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 Ra's Dubb Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's Dubb 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.