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Wādī Kīd Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wādī Kīd Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 11 meters. It displays a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse is painted black with a single yellow horizontal band. It is situated on a promontory approximately 19 kilometers north of the narrowest point of the Strait of Tīrān. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed. Its geographic range is 10.7 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the west side of the entrance to the Strait of Tīrān for southbound vessels. It is important for maritime safety in this heavily trafficked passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
South Sinai
Sea Region
Marks the west side of the entrance to the Strait of Tīrān for southbound vessels, located on a promontory about 19 km north of the narrowest part of the strait.
Latitude
28.1707°
Longitude
34.4485°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sharm ash Shaykh(21.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.76
NGA No.
30426

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a yellow horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: tower, probably a 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 Wādī Kīd Lighthouse at night?+
Wādī Kīd displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 Wādī Kīd Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wādī Kīd Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sharm ash Shaykh at 20.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Al Khuraibah (38.7 NM E), EL TOR (44.1 NM W), El Tor (44.2 NM W), Zeit Bay (48.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wādī Kīd Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wādī Kīd 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 Wādī Kīd Lighthouse?+
Wādī Kīd 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 Wādī Kīd Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wādī Kīd 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.