Thomas Reef

Best time to dive

January to December

What you might see

• Grey reef sharkPossible
• Moray eelLikely
• NudibranchLikely
• Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Limited - only in the shallowest, sheltered eastern-side sections; not generally recommended given currents and depth

Safety notes

Strong, unpredictable currents; small, exposed drop-off/pick-up zone with boat traffic; the deep canyon and Three Arches are a serious depth hazard for non-technical divers

Permits & fees

Covered by the Ras Mohammed National Park / Straits of Tiran entrance fee; exact current USD amount unverified - VERIFY

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Sharm el-Sheikh