Dive-site story
Located within the Aqaba Marine Park south of the city, Japanese Garden is renowned for its dense, terraced formations of hard and soft corals that resemble traditional landscaped gardens. The reef begins immediately offshore and slopes down gently across a series of sandy gullies and plateaus. Calm surface waters and dependable visibility make it a favorite for naturalists and photographers seeking thriving Red Sea ecosystems in benign conditions.
Extensive tiered black corals and large table coral colonies
Frequent encounters with foraging hawksbill sea turtles along the slope
Gentle reef gradient accommodating diverse profile plans and relaxed exploration
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Spring and autumn provide optimal water temperatures and pleasant ambient weather, though diving is accessible year-round in the Gulf of Aqaba.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawksbill Sea TurtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red Sea ClownfishAmphiprion bicinctus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluespotted Ribbontail RayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant MorayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red Sea BannerfishHeniochus intermedius | Common |
Marine forecast
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