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Operator reef profile with wall depth and marine life.
Local operator required
The reef is dived as a boat drift with no fixed moorings, so local boat handling and exit planning matter.
Boat drift along a long narrow reef wall with strong current potential and rich Red Sea life makes Woodhouse Reef an intermediate dive.
About Woodhouse Reef
Woodhouse Reef is a long, narrow Straits of Tiran drift dive where a surface-starting wall, canyon section, and coral slope keep the dive changing as you move along the reef. It rewards divers who are comfortable with boat logistics, current management, and a route that can turn messy near the saddle if weather and water movement pick up.
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Research Estimate At Woodhouse Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Woodhouse Reef?
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Woodhouse Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 45m
Depth Note
Surface-starting wall reaches about 45 m, with a canyon around 25-30 m and a shallower ledge near the saddle.
Best Season
Summer sightings of hammerhead and reef sharks are possible.
Typical Conditions
Drift dive with potentially strong current and occasional washing-machine turbulence near the end of the reef.
Safety & Access At Woodhouse Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Avoid finishing in the washing-machine section when the sea is choppy and carry a surface marker buoy.
Access Restrictions
Best done by boat in good weather with a drift plan and SMB, and with enough reserve to end before the saddle if the water gets rough.
Legal Notes
Follow the charter plan and local Tiran access rules; do not push the saddle in rough water.
Local Intel For Woodhouse Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Drift diving is the main style here, with care needed in strong current areas and at the reef end where turbulence can form.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the reef wall and current suit scuba drift diving.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the primary use; the site is set up for drift scuba along a reef wall.
Wildlife at Woodhouse Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Woodhouse Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Woodhouse Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
