Jordan · Aqaba

Japanese Garden

Also known as: Japanese Gardens

Best time to dive

January to December; October to May

What you might see

  • BarracudaLikely
  • Eagle rayPossible
  • Sea turtleLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow coral head tops are snorkel-viable, though shared with glass-bottom boat traffic

Safety notes

Surface traffic from snorkelers and glass-bottom boat tours requiring caution on ascent; steep drop-offs at Black Coral Valley; deeper technical zones beyond recreational limits

Permits & fees

Standard Jordan dive tag/marine park fee via dive centers

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Aqaba

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.