Jordan
Aqaba
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Aqaba is Jordan’s main seaside diving gateway on the Gulf of Aqaba. Divers typically find clear Red Sea conditions on reefs and rocky drop-offs, with seasonal variations in temperature and visibility. Day trips by boat reach deeper sites, while many areas also support straightforward recreational dives from the coast depending on the local break and entry points. Marine life commonly includes reef fish and invertebrates such as octopus and nudibranchs, and in good conditions divers may encounter larger pelagic species. Aqaba suits both beginners and experienced divers, with a mix of shallow exploring dives and deeper profiles on selected sites.
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Top scuba diving cities in the region of Aqaba
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Aqaba
Jordan’s Red Sea dive hub on the Gulf of Aqaba.
Al Yamānīyah
Base in the Aqaba area for Gulf of Aqaba reef dives and day trips.
Askān al Mīnā’
Red Sea diving access near Aqaba for reefs and wrecks.
Cities to dive in the Aqaba region
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The best times to dive in the Aqaba region
The best months to dive in Aqaba are from July to September. Temperatures are confortable (31-34°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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