Destination Reef - Jeddah

Destination Reef is a shallow, relaxed dive in Jeddah, ideal for newer divers getting comfortable in the Red Sea. The reef plate here generally sits around 23 meters, making for easy bottom times and good natural light penetration. We’ve spotted parrotfish, a few moray eels tucked into crevices, and sometimes a passing snapper school. It’s a solid spot for knocking off a few certification dives or shaking off the rust.

Location
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Red Sea & Middle East
Coordinates
22.147400, 38.916400
Type
reef
Maximum Depth
23m
Difficulty
Beginner

Best Time to Dive in Jeddah

The warmest water temperatures in Jeddah occur in August, averaging 31.6°C. The coolest conditions are in February at 25.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 26.4°C
  • February: 25.4°C
  • March: 25.4°C
  • April: 26.7°C
  • May: 28.9°C
  • June: 29.6°C
  • July: 30.0°C
  • August: 31.6°C
  • September: 31.1°C
  • October: 30.9°C
  • November: 30.0°C
  • December: 28.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Jeddah

Nearest Dive Centres to Destination Reef

Marine Life in Jeddah

Home to 4 recorded species including 4 reef fish.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Destination Reef

Based on average water temperature of 28.7°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories