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Thomas Reef canyon and coral context.
Thomas Reef
Tiran wall reef with canyon, current, and sharks
Scuba DivingBoatAdvanced0.5m - 92m
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Thomas Reef is a boat-access Tiran wall dive with colorful coral, strong-current drift sections, and a deep canyon that rewards experienced divers.
About Thomas Reef
Thomas Reef is part of the Straits of Tiran and is accessible via boat. The dive features two walls, with the east wall dropping dramatically and the west wall containing caves and overhangs. A canyon beginning at 35 meters runs parallel to the reef, and diverse marine life is present throughout the site.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Overhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Treat Thomas Reef as a drift dive, stay alert for downcurrents at the reef ends, and keep the canyon and overhang sections for the right training.
Access Restrictions
Boat drift pickup is part of the standard plan here.
Legal Notes
Follow operator limits for canyon and arch sections and the local Tiran Strait diving plan.
Where Is Thomas Reef?
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Local Intel For Thomas Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat-access drift dive with a clear itinerary around the reef walls, plateau, and canyon depending on gas and training.
Freediving
Not a freedive site; the depth, current, and canyon profile make it a scuba-only target.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; it is a deep boat reef for divers with the right training.
Wildlife at Thomas Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Thomas Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility30m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral5/5 · Pristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities4/5 · Good facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
SurgeLight surge
