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Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 20s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse

Also known as: Suyūl al Khubrá (Jazirat Siyul, Siyul Island)

Suyūl al Khubrá lighthouse is a cylindrical fiberglass tower standing 10 meters tall, with a focal height of 15 meters. It is painted white with a single black horizontal band. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 20 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. This light is situated on a small island about 6.5 kilometers northwest of Shakir Island in the Red Sea. The site is accessible to the public, but the tower itself remains closed. The nearest port is Geisum Terminal, located 9.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation in the Red Sea, helping vessels avoid hazards around the island it marks and ensuring safe passage northwest of Shakir Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
Red Sea
Sea Region
on a small island about 6.5 km northwest of Shakir (Shadwan) Island
Latitude
27.5606°
Longitude
33.8742°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Geisum Terminal(9.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7296.65
NGA No.
30404
ARLHS No.
EGY-029

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower

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 Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse at night?+
Suyūl al Khubrá displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 20s — 4 white flashes every 20 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 Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is El-Guna (El Gouna) at 15.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Hurghada (19.6 NM S), ZEIT BAY (21.9 NM NW), Zeit Bay (22.6 NM NW), Sharm ash Shaykh (28.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suyūl al Khubrá 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 Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse?+
Suyūl al Khubrá 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 Suyūl al Khubrá Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suyūl al Khubrá 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.