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Diving in Aqaba It is a very interesting experience for the most active tourists. Despite the fact that the Jordanian coastline is relatively short (about 26 km), the dive sites are numerous and varied, as well as the companies that offer this service with total security. Here you can learn more details about scuba diving in Aqaba, something you can book with your travel package with us.
Diving in Aqaba It is an activity available to everyone, both for expert divers and for people who dive for the first time. In general, the dive points are simple and in many cases it is not necessary to have an official PADI certification, because the depth reached is not excessive, so that the dives are very superficial or even in snorkel mode. However, other points are more demanding, with coral walls that sink hundreds of meters, so they are reserved for more experienced users.
It should be borne in mind that the characteristics of the Red Sea off the coast of Aqaba are very favorable. There are virtually no sea currents, which facilitates dives for novice divers. On the other hand, the water temperature is very pleasant throughout the year: it ranges between 20ºC in winter and 26ºC in summer, approximately. And in addition, visibility is very wide, hovering between 20 and 45 meters, depending on the area.
In general, there are two great options for those who are interested in diving in Aqaba:
One of the great advantages of diving in Aqaba It can be done practically from the beach, accessing on foot and swimming to the dive point, without having to get on a boat. To do this, you have to move south of Aqaba and reach the coastal strip between the city and the border with Saudi Arabia. This is where most of the Dive Centers are concentrated, which have very trained and friendly staff, where it is possible to take training courses or simply book a simple dive without certification.
Some of the most famous dive sites among those who practice diving in Aqaba are:
The services included in a diving activity in Aqaba They depend on the provider and the type of experience desired, largely conditioned by the degree of experience and certification of the user. The good news is that users without experience or title can perform simple dives (Discover Scuba Diving), shallow depth (between 7 and 10 meters). The monitor guides will explain the basic notions to carry it out.
In addition, the Dive Center usually provides diving or snorkeling equipment, as well as photography and video services. Depending on the duration of the activity and the distance from the dive point, the reservation may include lunch or not.
On the other hand, it is also possible to take training courses with which to obtain certification to perform more demanding dives (PADI Open Water and Advanced Open Water)
In addition, our agency can hire other related services that the Dive Center does not usually provide, such as private transportation to the place on the coast from which the activity begins. Therefore, we encourage you to contact us if you want to travel to Jordan with the intention of practicing diving in Aqaba, as we can arrange the full experience for you.
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