Tiran Island is a popular tourist destination near Sharm El Sheikh. Water sports such as snorkelling or scuba diving amongst the four rich coral reefs near the island are popular activities while on a tour of Tiran Island.
Formerly a part of the Ras Mohammed National Park, the island itself falls under and is a part of Saudi Arabian territory. The Gordon Reef and Jackson reef are the best diving sites in the area. The Loullia cargo shipwreck can be seen at the Gordon reef.