How deep is Jackson reef?

Jackson reef has a depth range of 5–30 metres (16–98 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.

Can beginners dive Jackson reef?

Jackson reef is rated as advanced difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A AOWD with drift/current experience recommended certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Jackson reef?

The best time to dive Jackson reef is typically Summer for hammerhead and reef shark aggregations. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Jackson reef?

Divers at Jackson reef in Saudi Arabia commonly report sightings of Scalloped hammerhead shark, Grey reef shark, Barracuda, Jackfish / trevally, and Napoleon wrasse. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

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Jackson reef

South Sinai, Saudi Arabia

5–30 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

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Jackson reef at a glance

Jackson reef is a advanced boat dive site in South Sinai, Saudi Arabia with depths of 5–30 m (16–98 ft). Typically most favorable Nov · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Scalloped hammerhead shark, Grey reef shark, and Barracuda. Recent reports put the water around 29°C (84°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 4h ago

0.1 mwaves — under half a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 29°C · seasonal avg 29°C

Site hazards: Strong, unpredictable currents; very steep drop-off to ~800m; exposed open-water position; boat traffic

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri

Sun9:00–20:00

Mon7:00–20:00

Tue7:00–20:00

Wed7:00–20:00

Thu7:00–20:00

Fri7:00–20:00

Sat7:00–20:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:35 · Sunrise 6:01 · Sunset 19:35

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 5.6 km from site · graded 4h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

What Divers Say

Known for: Barracuda, Jackfish / trevally, Anthias

Best time: Summer for hammerhead and reef shark aggregations

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan94%24°C0.5 m
Feb84%23°C0.7 m
Mar90%23°C0.5 m
Apr77%24°C0.6 m
May69%25°C0.7 m
Jun74%27°C0.6 m
Jul90%29°C0.4 m
Aug77%30°C0.5 m
Sep76%28°C0.6 m
Oct91%27°C0.6 m
Nov97%27°C0.5 m
Dec94%25°C0.5 m

November hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life recorded at this site, by month

Recorded observations — evidence of past sightings, not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Scalloped hammerhead sharkSeasonal
Grey reef sharkSeasonal
BarracudaCommonly seen
Jackfish / trevallyCommonly seen
Napoleon wrasseOccasionally seen
AnthiasCommonly seen
TurtleOccasionally seen
TunaSeasonal

Chelonia mydas recorded here Apr–May, Jul, Sep, Dec (5 records)
most recent 2015
Pterois volitans recorded here Jul, Nov–Dec (3 records)
most recent 2015
Heniochus intermedius recorded here Jul, Dec (2 records)
most recent 2015
Alectis ciliaris recorded here Nov (1 record)
most recent 2012
Aluterus monoceros recorded here Nov (1 record)
most recent 2012
Aluterus scriptus recorded here Nov (1 record)
most recent 2012
Amphiprion bicinctus recorded here Dec (1 record)
most recent 2006
Antennarius maculatus recorded here Oct (1 record)
most recent 2008

Counts are occurrence records near this site from public biodiversity datasets (GBIF), grouped by calendar month across all sampled years. Sightings vary — past records are context, not a prediction.

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Diving Center3.5 km
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PADI Diving center7.1 km
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Extra Divers Ras Nasrani7.3 km
extradivers-worldwide.com
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Oonas Dive Center16.9 km
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Maison De La Mer18.1 km
Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 hours from OpenStreetMap — call ahead
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Camel Dive Club & Hotel18.2 km
+20693600700 cameldive.com info@cameldive.com
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Site details

The northernmost of the four Tiran reefs, exposed to the open strait and known for a steep drop-off that plunges to around 800m. Strong currents draw schooling fish and sharks, with hammerheads possible in summer along the northern wall, while the sheltered side offers easier coral diving.

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Strong, unpredictable currents; very steep drop-off to ~800m; exposed open-water position; boat traffic

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