Aqaba Welcomes you
Aqaba is a fusion of history, nature, and city life surrounded by
picturesque mountains and blue sea. Bathing in its year-long warm sun,
Aqaba invites you to relax on its beaches, partake in the exhilaration
of its water sports, and explore the coral reefs of the Red Sea, home to
hundreds of different types of corals and sponges with their wealth of
colored fish.
Aqaba Adventures
Diving
Whether your a professional or an amateur diver, you can go
diving in over 20 diving spots with a variety of coral reefs, marine
life, and interesting wrecks. Some of these spots are accessible from
the shore, others require a boat. Contact one of the diving centers.
Night diving! At night, the fish and corals take on a special beauty. This is suitable for professional divers.
Snorkeling
You will be amazed by the colors and sea
life you can see from the surface. Children can snorkel too, so
bring them along. You can either rent or buy equipment at the Aqaba Marine Park gift shop, diving centers, or shops downtown.
Glass Boats
View the hidden treasures of the red
sea from a glass bottom boat. Boats start their trips from the hotel
beaches, the Aqaba Marine Park, and the public beach. This is a fun
and exciting activity for all.
The Pharaoh's Island
Go on a full day cruise to the Pharaoh’s Island in Egypt and visit Saladin Castle.
Acting
Visit the Red Sea Institution for
Cinematic Arts (RSICA), the “first and only accredited M.F.A in
cinematic arts for the Middle East and North Africa Region”. RSICA hosts acting classes for the public on a weekly basis.
Fly Aqaba
Have a bird’s eye view of Aqaba. You can hire an ultra light plane for 30 minutes over
Aqaba, and can also extend your flight to
Wadi Rum or Petra.
Take a family or a group tour in a Cessna 206 over
Aqaba,
Wadi Rum, or Petra. Five passengers are allowed per flight.
Go Fishing
The Aqabawi fishermen usually leave at
dawn and have a tradition of playing music and telling stories about
their adventures at sea, throughout the fishing trip. However,
fishing is restricted to certain spots on the north beach to protect
Aqaba’s precious corals reefs and marine life.
Up The Mountains
Aqaba’s mountains enclose a desert of hills and adventure, rent a buggy for 2 or 4 hours and have a moonlit adventure.
Water Sports
From having fun on a banana boat or a ring with your friends, family, or partner.
Take a canoe and pedal at your own speed, relax and enjoy the sun and view.
Speed up: Jet Ski, water ski, or rent a speed boat with a professional driver or even catch the waves and wind surf.
Soar above the sea and take a breath of excitement, try para-sailing alone or with a partner.