

Best for beginner divers, 1-12m, shore entry, mild current.
South Beach at Seven Sisters and The Tank offers shore access to a diverse underwater environment featuring reef, wall, and artificial reef structures. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site reaches depths between 1 and 12 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres. Conditions are generally manageable for beginners, with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 40 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Hazards include jellyfish, lionfish, and sea urchins, as well as sharp coral. Divers and snorkellers should maintain buoyancy and avoid contact with the reef. Full facilities are available on-site, including parking, toilets, showers, and rinse stations.
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Watch where you put your hands and feet throughout the snorkel, as sea urchins tuck into crevices and lionfish rest motionless against the reef with little warning. The site has full facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms, so you can arrive light and rinse off properly before leaving.
Located on South Beach, Aqaba. Free pickup from Aqaba hotels is provided by local dive operators.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 12m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths, mild currents, and easy shore access.
The depth ranges from 1 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 5 metres.
Yes, South Beach is a designated snorkel site with direct shore access to the reef and artificial structures.
Hazards include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Maintain a safe distance from lionfish and watch where you place your hands and feet.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, and access to a dive shop and guided tours.
Diving at South Beach in Aqaba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at South Beach in Aqaba. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit South Beach in Aqaba are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
South Beach in Aqaba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at South Beach in Aqaba typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.