

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Gorgone One, located at Seven Sisters and The Tank in Jordan, is a diverse site featuring a natural reef and pinnacle alongside an artificial reef structure. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 40 metres. Marine life includes wrasses, pufferfish, white-spotted puffer, and twoband anemonefish. Less frequently, visitors may encounter Indian lionfish, scorpionfish, day octopus, and various nudibranchs. Entry is possible from both shore and boat. Hazards include lionfish, stonefish, and sharp coral. The site supports night diving and is well-served by local dive shops.
29.42619, 34.97212
The second pinnacle features a cleaning station where cleaner shrimp and fish can be found.
Accessible from the shore or by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, Oct
Common sightings include wrasses, pufferfish, white-spotted puffer, and twoband anemonefish. Less common species recorded include Indian lionfish, scorpionfish, day octopus, and Chromodoris nudibranch.
Yes, Gorgone One is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5 for the activity.
The best months for diving and snorkelling at this site are April and October.
Entry to the site is possible via both shore and boat.
Diving at Gorgone One in Aqaba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gorgone One in Aqaba. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Gorgone One in Aqaba should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Gorgone One in Aqaba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Gorgone One in Aqaba typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.