

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, shore entry, mild current.
The Hercules C-130 is a decommissioned military transport aircraft resting on a sandy bottom within the Underwater Military Museum. This site is suitable for beginners, with the wreck lying at depths between 5 and 25 metres, averaging 15 metres. Divers can expect visibility of 20 to 30 metres and mild currents. Access is via a shore entry, though divers should exercise caution in the shallows to avoid sea urchins. The structure features sharp edges and coral, requiring careful buoyancy control. Full facilities, including parking, toilets, showers, and a rinse station, are available on site to support independent diving.
29.53141, 35.00188
Full facilities on site including air fills, showers, and a rinse station make this a straightforward shore dive to organise independently. Enter carefully and control your buoyancy early, as sea urchins are common in the shallows near the entry point.
Located 300 meters from the shoreline within the Aqaba Marine Park.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with the wreck resting at depths between 5 and 25 metres.
The wreck sits in depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a shore dive. Divers should monitor local conditions for surge and swell before entering the water.
Hazards include sea urchins in the shallows, sharp coral, and sharp edges on the aircraft structure. Always assess the sea state before entry.
Yes, the site provides parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, air fills, and access to a dive shop for guided tours.
Diving at Hercules C-130 in Aqaba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Hercules C-130 in Aqaba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Hercules C-130 in Aqaba typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.