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Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 1s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 11 meters tall and displays a red tower with a single black horizontal band. Its focal height is also 11 meters, and it emits a white flash every second. Operating in the Red Sea, it is situated opposite Ras Muhammed on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. The lighthouse serves an area known for its coral ecosystems and clear waters. Access is by boat, with the site open but the tower closed to visitors. It is located 11.8 kilometers from the Geisum Terminal.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the Sh'ab Abū Nuhās reef, a significant hazard in a busy shipping lane near the southern end of the Sinai Peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 1s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
1s
Raw Code
Fl W 1s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
A reef directly opposite Ras Muhammed, the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula.
Latitude
27.5768°
Longitude
33.9300°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Geisum Terminal(11.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.71
NGA No.
30404.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with one black horizontal band

Structure: round tower paited red with one black horizontal band

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse at night?+
Sh'ab Abū Nuhās displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 1s — 3 white flashes every 1 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is El-Guna (El Gouna) at 18.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Hurghada (21.1 NM SSW), ZEIT BAY (23.6 NM NW), Zeit Bay (23.9 NM NW), Sharm ash Shaykh (25.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sh'ab Abū Nuhās 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 Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse?+
Sh'ab Abū Nuhās 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 Sh'ab Abū Nuhās Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sh'ab Abū Nuhās 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.