Snorkeling in Aqaba: South Beach, 2 hours

Two hours in the Red Sea without the boat

Shore snorkeling in Aqaba at South Beach gives you two hours in the water with mask, snorkel and fins, round-trip transport from the Dive Centre, and the freedom to move between snorkeling sites or return to the beach whenever you want. Children from age 6 are welcome. Wetsuits are available for an extra charge. You can book with or without hotel pickup.

The experience

The activity starts and ends at the Dive Centre, with round-trip transport to South Beach included. You get full snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel and fins), and two hours to explore the Gulf of Aqaba's coral and fish. The setup is yours to control: you can visit multiple sites depending on how you feel in the water, or stay in one spot and go deeper. If the conditions or your energy shift, you walk back to the beach and the transport is there when you're ready.

Water is provided during the excursion. The pace is entirely yours. There's no group schedule to follow, no boat departure time to make. Families with children from age 6 can join. Infants can come along in a stroller or pram. If the Red Sea water feels cold, wetsuits are available for an additional fee at checkout.

You'll choose at booking whether to add hotel pickup to your snorkeling time, or arrange your own way to the Dive Centre. Either way, the transport to South Beach and back is included in the price.

What’s included

• Full snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel and fins).
• round-trip transport from the Dive Centre to South Beach.
• bottled water during the excursion.
• hotel pickup available as an add-on option.

Options for this experience

2 options

Shore SnorkelingNo fixed time

Shore snorkeling with pickup includedNo fixed timePickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by aqaba sharks bay divers

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel at your own pace without a boat or a group schedule. You control the sites, the depth and when you come back to shore. The two-hour window suits a morning or afternoon slot without eating a full day, and the Dive Centre base means you're never far from the beach if the water feels different than you expected.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What equipment do I get for snorkeling in Aqaba?

Full snorkeling gear is provided: mask, snorkel and fins. Wetsuits are available for an extra charge if you want one.

How long is the actual snorkeling time in the water?

You have two hours total for the activity, which includes the round-trip transport from the Dive Centre to South Beach and your time in the water.

Can I visit more than one snorkeling site, or do I stay in one place?

You can snorkel multiple sites depending on your personal fitness and comfort level, or stay in one area. The choice is yours during the two hours.

Is hotel pickup included in this snorkeling activity?

Hotel pickup is available as an option at checkout. You can book snorkeling alone and arrange your own transport to the Dive Centre, or add pickup to your booking.

What happens if I want to leave the water early?

You can return to the beach whenever you wish during the two hours. The round-trip transport is included, so you're not locked into a schedule.