Thomas Reef - Straits of Tiran

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt Ras Mohammed National Park

5.0 (1 review)

Advanced

Famous drift dive with strong currents, walls, and sharks.

Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a small reef located in the Straits. It’s one of the most popular dives despite its size, largely due to challenging weather conditions along the western side which often restrict access. This creates a drift diving experience with potentially strong currents at both ends of the reef. The southern and northern areas feature vertical walls leading to expansive plateau sections approximately 25 meters deep on the southeastern side. These plateaus are known for resting sharks inhabiting the sandy patches, and frequently display a striking 'fence' of Gorgonia fans along the coral edges. Returning from the Gorgonia fan area, the reef transitions back into a wall before culminating in a corner. Divers should exercise caution when navigating currents. Under favorable conditions, it’s possible to explore the other side of the reef – another vertical wall descending into the deeper waters.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

drift divesharkcoral reefwall divestrong currentsadvanced onlywide angle

Marine Life

Grey Reef SharkWhitetip Reef SharkNapoleon WrasseGorgonian Sea FanLionfishAnthiasMoray Eel

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Potentially strong and variable currents require experienced divers to navigate the walls and plateaus safely.

Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:

Variable

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