Operator reef profile with wall depth and marine life.
Woodhouse Reef
Drift reef wall in the Tiran Straits.
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The reef is dived as a boat drift with no fixed moorings, so local boat handling and exit planning matter.
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.
Research Estimate At Woodhouse Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Where Is Woodhouse Reef?
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
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.
Woodhouse Reef Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Woodhouse Reef
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Wildlife at Woodhouse Reef
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Recent Logged Visits At Woodhouse Reef
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Woodhouse Reef
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Woodhouse Reef Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Woodhouse Reef Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Directory listing with visibility, access, and depth details.
Operator writeup with drift conditions and washing-machine warning.
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