Aqaba International Dive Center
Aqaba International Dive Center
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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The owner, Ahmad, is the first dive instructor in Jordan. His first training was by the British Navy in 1964. We are always willing to give you the best in regards to comfort, quality, safety and flexibility, accompanied by traditional warm hospitality. Diving in Aqaba with a small group allows our dedicated dive staff to provide you with a personal experience. Our unique concept features top quality, full service, fun-filled dive adventure – all for a surprisingly low cost.There are 20 dive sites along Aqaba South beach, each site varies in shape and inhabitants from slopes to drop-off , canyons , flat bottom veiled completely with flourishing corals If diving is what you're after, . Diving in aqaba is well known for its wonderful dive sites, rich of Different coral types and many fish species, amazing Flora and Fauna, with water temperature ranging between 20°C to 27°C . diving with Aqaba International Dive Center will make for an unforgettable dive vacation
Aqaba, Jordan
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2024
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Alex'
Paris, France1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
I can only recommend this diving center.
Initially, the manager was very responsive by message and offered us a package with a very reasonable price (especially compared to other centers) for 2 dives. They even picked us up from our hotel.
Abdallah and Abdualsalam, the guides we had, showed immense professionalism (the instructions, in English, are very clear, they take the time for everyone to understand the instructions given). They are also very funny, which lightens the atmosphere and makes us have a great time. There were children with us (12 and 15 years old) and they were extremely well taken care of. Particular attention is paid to them.
The spots we went to are absolutely magnificent, filled with fish of all kinds.
Just one piece of advice: go with your eyes closed (but remember to open them once underwater 🙃😉)!
Initially, the manager was very responsive by message and offered us a package with a very reasonable price (especially compared to other centers) for 2 dives. They even picked us up from our hotel.
Abdallah and Abdualsalam, the guides we had, showed immense professionalism (the instructions, in English, are very clear, they take the time for everyone to understand the instructions given). They are also very funny, which lightens the atmosphere and makes us have a great time. There were children with us (12 and 15 years old) and they were extremely well taken care of. Particular attention is paid to them.
The spots we went to are absolutely magnificent, filled with fish of all kinds.
Just one piece of advice: go with your eyes closed (but remember to open them once underwater 🙃😉)!

Written 1 November 2023
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kaaber70
Viby, Denmark24 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
From the first contact to the moment I had my Padi Open Water Certificate Mohamad and his team made me feel 100% Secure and taken care of.
They are all top professionals, skilled instructors and great teachers. Even though they never comprimise on safety they are always ready with a Big smile and a Nice and Quick remark.
I can warmly recommend Aqaba International Dive Center and Will myself for sure use them when back in Aqaba
They are all top professionals, skilled instructors and great teachers. Even though they never comprimise on safety they are always ready with a Big smile and a Nice and Quick remark.
I can warmly recommend Aqaba International Dive Center and Will myself for sure use them when back in Aqaba
Written 15 November 2022
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Thank you so much for your great review! We are glad you are now part of Aqaba International dive center family. 😀 and we hope to see you soon in Aqaba.
Written 16 November 2022
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Michelle
3 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
I had an amazing experience diving with Aqaba International Dive Center!!! Abdalsalam is an excellent dive guide and buddy!
I highly recommended Abdalsalam to anyone looking for an unforgettable time under the sea 🌊.
He is very knowledgeable, professional and has a true passion for diving.
We found an octopus 🐙, along with several nudibranch's and many other amazing sea creatures 🐠.
Don't hesitate to book your next dive trip, or advance your SCUBA certification because your next underwater adventure starts here.
(Please don't forget 🙏 to tip your dive guide or SCUBA instructor they work very hard for you and do an excellent job making sure you have an unforgettable ocean experience 💙).
I highly recommended Abdalsalam to anyone looking for an unforgettable time under the sea 🌊.
He is very knowledgeable, professional and has a true passion for diving.
We found an octopus 🐙, along with several nudibranch's and many other amazing sea creatures 🐠.
Don't hesitate to book your next dive trip, or advance your SCUBA certification because your next underwater adventure starts here.
(Please don't forget 🙏 to tip your dive guide or SCUBA instructor they work very hard for you and do an excellent job making sure you have an unforgettable ocean experience 💙).
Written 12 January 2024
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Saki
6 contributions
Oct 2022
This is the third time for me to dive with Aqaba International Dive Center. The owner Mohammad always responds quickly and answers any small questions I have. He is very friendly, nice, and helpful. He is a professional cameraman who won many international competitions. You should check out his photos from Instagram "aqaba_diving".
When I felt something wrong with my ear and could not keep going down, our guide Salam helped me by taking me a little up and letting me try to push air out from my ears. He is very professional and I got calm down and solved the problem.
I strongly recommend this place for your great diving experience in Aqaba!
When I felt something wrong with my ear and could not keep going down, our guide Salam helped me by taking me a little up and letting me try to push air out from my ears. He is very professional and I got calm down and solved the problem.
I strongly recommend this place for your great diving experience in Aqaba!
Written 9 October 2022
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Thank you so much for your great review! We are glad you are now part of Aqaba International dive center family. 😀 and we hope to see you soon in Aqaba.
Written 12 October 2022
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Hauri
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Couples
We dived twice this morning with Abdullah (aka sea horse man xD) and his american colleague and I can strongly recommend the experience!
We felt safe all the time, the usual procedures were always followed and they helped with everything we needed. They also pointed out several times to the places and creatures to see. We saw sea horses and a lion fish. Amazing experience, thank you guys!
We felt safe all the time, the usual procedures were always followed and they helped with everything we needed. They also pointed out several times to the places and creatures to see. We saw sea horses and a lion fish. Amazing experience, thank you guys!
Written 15 June 2022
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Thank you so much for your great review! We are glad you are now part of Aqaba International dive center family. 😀 and we hope to see you soon in aqaba
Written 16 June 2022
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trevor s
5 contributions
May 2022
Mo and his team were friendly, professional and diligent, from start to finish we were made to feel very welcome. We had 2 dives, both were excellent given the windy conditions and the water temp was perfect. If we find ourselves in Aqaba again we will definitely be diving with Mo and the team. Thanks guys!
Written 5 May 2022
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Thank you so much for your great review! We are glad you are now part of Aqaba International dive center family. and we hope to see you see you again in aqaba.
Written 5 May 2022
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Lahcen B
Paris, France1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Friends
It was a beautiful, pleasant and very enriching diving experience that I had with the "Aqaba International Dive Center" in August 2023. The instructors and managers are very competent, very professional and above all very friendly. Abdulah was my teacher and my guide, very polite , competent and wonderful person. And I had the honor of meeting the owner of the center Mr. Ahmed, a man of experience and wisdom who gave me the fondness for diving. I highly recommend this center for anyone who wants to discover diving in Aqaba.
Written 18 September 2023
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Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had a beautiful and enriching diving adventure with us at the "Aqaba International Dive Center" in August 2023. Our team takes pride in providing competent, professional, and friendly service to all our divers. It's wonderful to hear your kind words about Abdulah and Mr. Ahmed. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more diving adventures in the future!
Written 19 September 2023
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Kelly K
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Friends
The staff was great and very knowledgeable with years of experience. We checked out some other places and this was by far the best and safest. Mohammad knew the best places to dive and takes amazing pictures. Everyone was very nice and trustworthy and they spoke good English. After watching some of the other companies who were also diving near us I wouldn’t recommend any other place and I am very grateful we went with them.
Written 17 July 2022
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This review made our day. Thank you so much and we hope to see you again in Aqaba
Written 17 July 2022
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Anelise R
11 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
The team is very responsive over WhatsApp. Our master diver, Abdul Salam, is an incredible and experienced diver. I have done 15 dives, but I still feel a bit insecure about my buoyancy. So he was always paying attention to me. Scuba diving is an extremely worthy experience in Aqaba. We did rainbow reef, cedar pride, yellow stone and sea 130, seven sisters. We love them all! Highly recommend .
Written 16 April 2024
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Thank you so much and we hope to see you again
Written 13 July 2024
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Jean-Charles C.
5 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
A fantastic and unique experience for the family with a very professional and friendly instructor, Mohammed! The Dive Centre was advised by Belgian friends and really exceeded our expectations. It is a family business since many years which is always a sign of quality. The coaching by Mohammed is cool, reassuring and always clear. You feel safe all along. The shop is well equipped with quality and clean equipment. We did 2 dives on 2 different spots with a special mention for the 2nd one with the tank. It was so beautiful and magic with so many colourful fishes! The kids loved it! What we also appreciated a lot is the respect shown by Mohammed for the nature. He insisted to respect the corals and never touch them. We have great souvenirs from these moments at the Red Sea and also thanks to the pictures Mohammed took in the water;-) we will come back for sure!
Written 19 July 2021
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thank you for letting us and the community know about your fantastic experience with us! We hope to see you again soon in aqaba and please say hello to your family.
Written 21 July 2021
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Θα ήθελα να ρωτήσω πόση ώρα διαρκεί η κατάδυση, πόσο κοστίζει και πόσο νωρίς ξεκινάνε. Είμαστε 7 άτομα που θα έρθουμε μεσημέρι στις 21/3 στην Ακαμπα και επειδή θα φύγουμε την άλλη μέρα λέγαμε μήπως προλάβουμε να κάνουμε το πρωί κατάδυση. Ευχαριστώ πολύ.
Written 1 February 2020
Dans quel hôtel est-il situé? Est-ce qu'ils viennent chercher les plongeurs des hôtels?
Written 27 November 2019
TinaTirachinas
Cadiz, Spain
Hi! Does anybody knows if it is needed a diving certification in order to visit the plane and the tank?? I have only dived once. Thanks in advance.
Written 23 September 2019
Hi contact us by email and we can give you the prices
Best regards
Mohamed
Written 14 May 2019
Hi,
I’m interested in diving in May/June, particularly looking into the airplane Hercules, the tank, and the cedar point wreck. Would I be able to dive all this in one day? Or do you have a fixed schedule for dive sites for each day?
Written 29 December 2018
Hey,
Don't waste your time diving the tank, go snorkling there instead. It's in shallow waters (4-5), about 100m from the beach.
Just message them on facebook and ask for the sites. They should know 1-2 days earlier
Written 29 December 2018
I have not done diving before and don't know how to swim. Is it still possible to dive in Aqaba
Written 18 November 2018
I’ve naver done diving in my life but I would like to try it when travelling to Jordan someday. Do I need a diving license before I book this activity?
Written 16 November 2018
No- with the Aqaba International Dive Center you can go with an instructor without being certified. They limit the depth of your dive to no more than about 10 meters, but there are still wonderful things to see and the experience is so worth it.
Written 17 November 2018
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