Long sloping reef in Aqaba with coral gardens and frequent turtle sightings.
Long sloping reef in Aqaba with coral gardens and frequent turtle sightings.
King Abdullah Reef in Aqaba is a long sloping reef with a shallow fringing top and deeper sandy channels, making it a flexible tour for varied experience levels. Divers often start near the moorings, explore the reef slope with fan coral and fire coral patches, then loop back in the shallows where schooling reef fish are common. It is known for frequent turtle sightings and dense coral coverage, and it is popular for underwater photography. Shore or boat access and a broad reef layout make it well suited for relaxed, multi-level reef dives.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 40m
Depth Note
Sources describe a shallow fringing reef with a deeper slope; reported ranges vary from about 5–20 m to 30–40 m.
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Scuba Diving
A large reef area that can support several distinct dives and is suitable for all diver levels.
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