CDWS dive-site list confirming Jackson Reef in the Tiran group and its mapped location.
Jackson Reef is widely regarded as a top-tier reef dive that can be done either as a drift dive or on a mooring. It features a coral garden with both soft and hard corals. Currents can be challenging on the reef’s corners, and the backside is known for hammerhead shark sightings from July through October. Divers can also encounter a wide variety of marine life including turtles, rays, moray eels, manta, jackfish, and tuna.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
July to October (hammerhead season)
Typical Conditions
Can be dived as a drift or mooring dive; currents may be challenging on the corners.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Currents can be challenging, particularly around the reef corners; plan dives accordingly and be prepared for drift conditions.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for scuba as either a drift or mooring dive; currents can make it more demanding.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Last Updated
Research Sources
CDWS dive-site list confirming Jackson Reef in the Tiran group and its mapped location.
Community listing providing the visibility baseline and boat-access summary.
Operator writeup describing the wall, moorings, shark lookout, current, and surface-pickup considerations.
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