Gently sloping reef, shore/boat access, snorkeling suitability, and common reef fish sightings.
Marine-park reef with telecom cables, a shallow gully, and night-dive appeal.
Marine-park reef with telecom cables, a shallow gully, and night-dive appeal.
Rainbow Reef in Aqaba’s marine-park zone is a gently sloping reef named for its arc shape and colorful coral growth. Divers typically descend onto sand and follow the telecom cables to the reef edge, where a shallow gully and wall run along the north side. The route is compact and works well for relaxed laps and night dives, with the cable area forming an artificial-reef section. Shore or boat access is common; plan entries around marine-park guidance and operator briefings.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 18m
Depth Note
Shallow reef that starts around 3–6 m and tops out around 18 m; suitable for shallow profiles.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered site.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for all diver levels, with depth selectable to match certification.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is common over the shallow reef and cable area in calm conditions; stay over sand to avoid contact with coral.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Gently sloping reef, shore/boat access, snorkeling suitability, and common reef fish sightings.
Management plan calls Rainbow Reef an excellent training area with a flat sandy bottom and standing depth down to 5 m.
Boat-site list with depth range 3–18 m for Rainbow Reef.
Guide describes easy access, exceptional visibility, and the protected beach corridor around the site.
Lists shore entry, 6m to 25m+ depth, very good visibility, calm conditions, and strong night-dive marine life.
Cable area, shore/boat access, depth range, snorkeling availability, and visibility range.
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