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Zaafarana Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇪🇬Egypt, EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zaafarana Lighthouse

Also known as: منارة زعفرانة

Zaafarana Lighthouse is a white, round masonry tower reaching 25 meters in height. A white square building forms its base. The light exhibits a white flash, with a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. The structure is 82. The lighthouse is currently, temporarily extinguished.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
17NM

Location

City
Egypt
Country
🇪🇬EG
Latitude
29.1118°
Longitude
32.6652°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry tower, white square building; 82. Temporarily extinguished

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7297
NGA No.
30260
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zaafarana Lighthouse at night?+
Zaafarana displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Zaafarana Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zaafarana Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dome Marina at 21.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Abu Zenimah (23.1 NM E), Galala Marina (24.5 NM NNW), Ras Budran (27 NM ESE), Ras Sudr (28 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zaafarana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zaafarana 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 Zaafarana Lighthouse?+
Zaafarana 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 Zaafarana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zaafarana 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.