Straights of Tiran - Jackson Reef
Jackson Reef
Jackson Reef is the most northern reef in Tiran and is associated with the wreck (The Lara) which sank here in 1985 and was partially demolished in 1996.
Diving usually begins on the southern side which is sheltered from the winds and waves. Here the wall cut through by some splits and descends steeply to about 50 metres onto a sandy floor. Swimming in a westward direction you will see some gorgonians and a splendid red anemone at a depth of about 28 metres, you will thereafter find a plateau that is connected to Woodhouse Reef by a saddle.
The south western corner of Jackson Reef is subject to the currents and these can at times be extremely violent so take extra care at this point. It is possible to drift dive on the eastern part of the reef when the tide is ebbing and the conditions are right. At this point you will find a sandy ledge, at about 15 meters depth that sinks into the abyss to the north. Turtles and large pelagic fish such as Whitetip reef sharks, Grey reef sharks and Hammerhead sharks are often spotted in this area especially numerous from July to September.
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