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Shi'b Shear Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 5s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shi'b Shear Lighthouse

Also known as: Shi'b Shear (Shab Shear)

This lighthouse is a cylindrical stone and fiberglass tower standing 7 meters tall, with a focal height of 6 meters. It displays a white light with a single flash every 5 seconds. The structure is yellow with a black horizontal band and is mounted on a stone pier. It is situated at the south end of a reef approximately 6 kilometers east of the Hyndman Reef in the Red Sea. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the reef it marks, guiding ships through this part of the Red Sea and preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
Located at the south end of a reef about 6 km (3.5 mi) due east of the Hyndman Reef, in Egypt.
Latitude
26.6536°
Longitude
34.1083°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Safaga(10.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.32
NGA No.
30475.1

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band
Material
stone, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower, colored yellow with a black horizontal band, mounted on a stone pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shi'b Shear Lighthouse at night?+
Shi'b Shear displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 5s — 3 white flashes every 5 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 Shi'b Shear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shi'b Shear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Safaga at 10.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Soma Bay Marina (13.6 NM NNW), Hamrawein (24.5 NM SSE), Al Qusayr (34.5 NM SSE), Quseir (34.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shi'b Shear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shi'b Shear 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.
How can I track vessels near Shi'b Shear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shi'b Shear 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.