4.8(318 reviews)Sharm El Sheikh, EgyptFull day · ~8 hoursSmall group · max 20
Jackson Reef
Drift snorkel
Glass-clear water
Overview
Drift along the four legendary reefs of the Tiran Strait.
Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas and Gordon — the four reefs of the Tiran Strait are bucket-list names for anyone who loves the sea. Strong, clean water brings huge schools of fish and glassy visibility.
We snorkel two or three of the reefs depending on conditions, including a gentle guided drift.
Guided drift snorkel on Tiran’s reefs
Big schools and occasional pelagics
Lunch on board
Hotel pickup included
Your day, hour by hour
Itinerary
07:30
07:30
Hotel pickup
Minibus to the Sharm marina.
08:30
08:30
Sail to the Tiran Strait
Briefing on drift snorkeling and reef etiquette.
10:00
10:00
Jackson Reef drift
A guided drift along the reef wall.
12:00
12:00
Second reef
Woodhouse or Thomas, depending on conditions.
13:00
13:00
Lunch on deck
Freshly cooked, with soft drinks.
14:30
14:30
Final stop
A sheltered spot for an easy last swim.
16:30
16:30
Return & drop-off
Back to the marina and your hotel.
What’s covered
Included & not included
Included
Hotel pickup & drop-off (air-conditioned)
Premium boat with shaded deck & fresh-water shower
Licensed sea-trained guide, small groups
Snorkel set, fins & life jacket (kids’ sizes too)
Fresh lunch, soft drinks & mineral water all day
Not included
Gratuities (optional, appreciated)
Underwater photo package (€15, optional)
Wetsuit rental in winter months (€5)
Bring with you
Swimwear
Towel
Reef-safe sunscreen
Sunglasses & hat
Camera / GoPro
From the water
Guest reviews
4.8· 318 reviews
LG
Lucas G.
Spain · May 2026
The drift at Jackson Reef was incredible — like flying. Very professional guides.
NE
Nora E.
Norway · April 2026
Beautiful water and well organised. A little choppy on the way out, but worth it.
Good to know
Trip questions
You float with the gentle current along the reef while the boat follows and picks you up at the end — relaxing and effortless.
We recommend it for confident swimmers aged 10+. For younger children, White Island is a better fit.
If the coastguard closes the sea, we move your trip to the next available day or refund you in full — your choice.
