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Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's Ghamila (Enterprise Passage)

A 10-meter tall cylindrical tower constructed of concrete and fiberglass, with the light positioned at a focal height of 12 meters. It displays a white flash every 10 seconds, with a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The structure consists of a round, hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower rising from a square concrete foundation. Situated on a reef in Egypt's South Sinai region, it is positioned opposite the Gordon Reef Light. The location is accessible to the public, but the tower is not open for entry. Sharm ash Shaykh serves as the nearest port, located 11.1 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: Ra's Ghamila indicates the western boundary of the Enterprise Passage exit, a significant channel for regional and international maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
South Sinai
Sea Region
reef off the mainland opposite the Gordon Reef Light, marking the west side of the exit from the Enterprise Passage
Latitude
27.9799°
Longitude
34.4357°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sharm ash Shaykh(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.67
NGA No.
30420
ARLHS No.
EGY-020

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower mounted on a square concrete base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's Ghamila 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 Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sharm ash Shaykh at 10.6 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Al Khuraibah (39 NM E), Zeit Bay (45 NM W), EL TOR (45.9 NM WNW), El Tor (46 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's Ghamila Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's Ghamila 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 Ghamila Lighthouse?+
Ra's Ghamila 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 Ghamila Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's Ghamila 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.