Jackson Reef is the northernmost and most spectacular of the four reefs in the Straits of Tiran, often described as the “crown jewel” of Tiran diving. Rising from the abyss where the African and Asian continental plates meet, this site offers an extraordinary combination of drift diving, coral gardens, and pelagic encounters. The wreck of the Lara, a Cypriot freighter that met her end on the reef in 1981, adds historical intrigue.
Location: Straits of Tiran
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Depth: 30m+
Barracuda schools, Giant trevallies, Tuna, Snapper, Batfish, Napoleon wrasse, Anthias, Moray eels, Turtles, Bannerfish, Hammerhead sharks (especially in summer), Grey reef sharks, Whitetip reef sharks, Eagle rays, Manta rays (occasionally).
Jackson Reef is one of the most iconic dive sites in the Straits of Tiran, famous for its thrilling drift dives, spectacular coral formations, and seasonal hammerhead shark encounters. With crystal-clear visibility, vibrant marine life, and dramatic reef walls, it offers an unforgettable Red Sea diving adventure for intermediate and advanced divers.
