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Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse

Oc Red 5s🇪🇬Sharm El Sheikh, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse

This 9-meter concrete and fiberglass tower, painted red, has a cylindrical shape with a round hourglass profile. It stands on a square concrete foundation. The light, positioned 20 meters above sea level, flashes red once every 5 seconds (Oc R 5s). Its visibility extends for 13.2 nautical miles. Located on the west side of the Sharm el-Sheikh harbor entrance, it is 0.8 kilometers from the nearest port. Visitors may access the site, but the tower is not open to the public.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the harbor entrance for vessels approaching Sharm ash Shaykh. It helps prevent collisions with the shallows and supports the area's tourism by allowing secure entry for international ships.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 5s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc R 5s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

City
Sharm El Sheikh
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
South Sinai
Sea Region
west side of the cruise ship harbor of Sharm el-Sheikh
Latitude
27.8425°
Longitude
34.2762°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sharm ash Shaykh(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.6
NGA No.
30415

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete, fiberglass

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

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 Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse at night?+
Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West displays the characteristic Oc Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sharm ash Shaykh at 1.5 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Zeit Bay (35.9 NM W), ZEIT BAY (37.5 NM W), EL TOR (41.9 NM WNW), El Tor (42.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West 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 Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse?+
Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West 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 Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sharm el-Sheikh Entrance West 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.