Tiran's Treasures

What you expect to see?

• This journey gives you the chance to see famous Red Sea wrecks and immaculate reefs as well, the Tiran diving area which is made up of four main reefs that form the top of an underwater bridge near the entrance to the Gulf of Aqaba. These reefs, which bear the names of four British cartographers (Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon), are renowned throughout the world for their astounding coral diversity and for being a heaven for numerous huge pelagic fish due to the strong south westerly currents.
• Jackson Reef, the northernmost of the group, is renowned for its exceptional coral coverage and dramatic walls that attract schools of barracuda and trevallies. Descending from the sheltered southern side, divers can explore a shallow sandy split that leads to a steep drop-off, where garden eels and gorgonians flourish. The western edge of Jackson Reef is subject to powerful currents, creating an exhilarating drift dive opportunity.
• Further south lies Woodhouse Reef, a long and narrow formation that offers no shelter from the strong tidal flows. Drift diving is a must here, with the northern half of the eastern side providing the most captivating scenery, including vibrant hard and soft corals.
• Thomas Reef, the smallest of the four, is a riot of color, with a steep wall adorned in gorgonians, whip corals, and black corals. A deep canyon runs parallel to the reef, home to resting nurse sharks and leopard sharks, while three impressive swim-throughs, known as the "3 Thomas Arches," beckon the more adventurous diver.
• The southernmost reef, Gordon Reef, is easily identified by its distinctive shape. Its western wall is a maze of crevices and caverns, providing refuge for sea turtles, groupers, and schools of reef fish, while the exposed northern side can be challenging due to the strong currents.