Itinerary
Boat Trip in Aqaba: Explore the Beauty of Jordan's Coastal Waters
While Jordan’s coastline may be small, it offers some of the most stunning seaside experiences. Among the best ways to discover its charm is through a boat trip in Aqaba. Whether you choose a private yacht or a glass-bottom boat, this activity is a must for those wanting to enjoy the sea and the breathtaking surroundings. Below, we detail the options available for this memorable experience, so you can add it to your travel package with Jordan Horizons Tours.
What Is a Boat Trip in Aqaba?
There are two main types of boat trips you can enjoy in Aqaba:
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Private Yacht Trips: These trips can be either collective (shared with other passengers) or private (chartered for you and your group). Private yacht trips are especially popular with divers, as they provide a convenient way to reach specific dive sites along the coast. Whether you’re cruising leisurely or heading to an exciting diving spot, a yacht trip gives you flexibility and comfort.
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Glass-Bottom Boat Trips: If you prefer to stay dry while exploring the underwater world, the glass-bottom boat is a fantastic option. These boats have transparent hulls that allow passengers to admire the colorful coral reefs, vibrant fish, and even sunken wrecks beneath the surface. It’s an excellent choice for those who want to see the marine life without diving. For those eager to dip into the water, some glass-bottom boat trips even offer brief snorkeling opportunities with life jackets provided.
Where to Start the Tour and What You’ll See
Boat trips in Aqaba generally depart from any of the city’s marinas or nearby coastal areas:
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Glass-Bottom Boat Trips: Typically depart from Aqaba’s marina, situated near the historic Aqaba Fort. These trips usually stay close to the coastline, offering spectacular views of the coral reefs and marine life just off the shore.
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Private Yacht Trips: These can be arranged from the city’s main marina or from private docks located at luxury resorts such as Tala Bay to the south of Aqaba. Private yacht trips offer flexibility in terms of route, duration, and even destinations.
The duration of these trips typically ranges from two to three hours, but if you’re interested in a longer adventure, private yacht trips can take you as far as Egyptian waters or to places like Pharaoh’s Island. For these extended journeys, you will need to make a special reservation that includes visas and any necessary bureaucratic procedures.
What’s Included in the Boat Trips
The inclusions of your boat trip will depend on the type of boat and the tour package:
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Glass-Bottom Boat Trips: Generally last around two hours and may include a soft drink or refreshment to enjoy while observing the marine life below. These trips are ideal for those looking for a relaxed experience with a view of the underwater world.
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Private Yacht Tours: These tours are more flexible and can be customized based on your needs. Many include lunch, making for a delightful afternoon on the water. Private yacht trips often last longer, allowing you to explore further out into the Red Sea.
Booking Your Boat Trip in Aqaba
For more information about boat trips in Aqaba, including prices, availability, and the services offered for each option, don’t hesitate to contact Jordan Horizons Tours. We can help you choose the perfect boat trip to suit your schedule and budget, and seamlessly integrate it into your Jordan travel package.
Tour Booking Conditions
: 1-Minimum time for booking Day Trips of in Jordan, last minute booking and Availability of JHT team. DT
-(A). For day tours in Jordan, we will accept reservation requests up to 48 hour before tour commencement date (Please consider weekends, official holidays and office hours indicated below). -(B). Our tour consultants are typically reachable during office hours only: Sun – Thu 10:00-18:00 (Jordan Time: GMT+3). In cases of emergencies, you can reach our team through our main mobile contact shown on our website anytime any day, (or if in contact with you a tour consultant already, you would have their specific contact info directly). -(C). Please consider Weekend in Jordan is Fri-Sat. Official National Holidays & Religious Holidays include but not limited to: Easter, Eids, Labor Day, Christmas, New Year’s Eve…etc. - (D). Knowledge and recommendations: Booking last minute can be a bit of a double-edged sword when it comes to travel. While the spontaneity can add an exciting edge to your plans, it's important to consider that the availability of services might be limited and the quality of services can be compromised. While we'll do our best to accommodate your preferences, it's worth keeping in mind that securing the most sought-after services may be a bit more challenging. Planning in advance not only secures the best options but also ensures a smoother and more enjoyable journey, allowing you to make the most of your travel experience without the constraints that last-minute bookings might bring.
: 2. Quotation and Rates for This Tour (Day Trip in Jordan)
Please review the quoted rates for these day tours, which have been calculated accordingly. For detailed pricing, refer to Pricing – View Full Pricing under the General section of our website, or contact us directly to receive the rate for the requested tour.
Please note that “Without hotel accommodation” refers specifically to day trip rates, as overnight accommodation is not required.
: 3. Online Booking and How to Book This Tour (Day Trip in Jordan)
(A) You may book this tour online through our website or contact us by email for assistance.
(B) Online Bookings: When booking online, full payment is required at the time of booking, regardless of the travel date. An automated email will be sent immediately after payment to confirm receipt.
Please note that online bookings are not confirmed until a personalized confirmation email is sent by a member of our reservations team, typically within 24–48 hours of receiving the booking. While we strive to display accurate availability, in rare cases simultaneous bookings may occur and the website may not reflect real-time availability.
: 4. Amendments or Cancellation by JHT
In very rare circumstances, Jordan Horizons Tours (JHT) reserves the right to amend or cancel a booking in the following cases:
(A) Last-minute bookings made within less than 24 hours of the requested travel date.
(B) When a personalized written confirmation email has not been issued by a member of our reservations team. This may occur if contact is made outside working hours, during weekends, national, religious, or other applicable holidays (including Easter, Eid holidays, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve).
(C) In cases of missing or incomplete guest information, where certain details are required to process or operate the booking.
(D) JHT also reserves the right to amend or cancel the tour or itinerary due to service requirements, road or weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. Any significant amendment or cancellation will be communicated to customers in writing. JHT cannot be held responsible for services that cannot be provided due to the unavailability of a specific component caused by such circumstances.
(E) Please note that refunds will be applied where applicable if JHT exercises its right to cancel a booking as outlined above.
: 1. Excursions and Activities – Terms, Conditions & Payments
(A) Before and during your tour with Jordan Horizons Tours (JHT), we may provide information about optional activities and excursions in Jordan offered by third-party operators. As these services are operated by independent suppliers, JHT is not involved in their operation and cannot guarantee the accuracy of information relating to such activities beyond our control.
(B) JHT does not guarantee the availability or operation of any optional excursion or activity provided by an independent third party, nor that it will operate as advertised. JHT disclaims any liability in relation to such activities or excursions.
(C) All optional excursions and activities are subject to the supplier’s own terms and conditions and to circumstances such as service requirements, road or weather conditions, or other unforeseen events.
(D) If you choose to include an optional excursion within your Jordan tour package booked with us, it will be added to your original booking, and payment may be made directly to JHT.
(E) If the supplier is unable to operate the excursion for any reason (including service requirements, road or weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances), you will receive a refund for that specific excursion.
: 2. When These Tours Can Be Booked or Added to Your Jordan Tour Package
(A) These tours are only available for booking if a Jordan tour package has already been booked or is being booked with us, and the tour is added to that package. Standalone booking of these tours is not available unless you have already booked, or are in the process of booking, a Jordan tour package.
(B) If you are traveling independently in Jordan (for example, with a rental car and without a tour package), you may contact the local suppliers directly to arrange these tours on your own.
: 3. Booking in Advance or Booking Once You Are in Jordan
(A) Some optional tours cannot be booked in advance and are available only upon arrival in Jordan. Examples include camel riding in Petra and Wadi Rum, golf carts in Petra, Petra by Night, Petra Kitchen, Beit Sitti, and certain optional tours in Aqaba. These activities can be arranged by your driver or guide, and payment is made directly to the driver or the service supplier.
(B) Other optional tours must be booked in advance, such as hot air balloon rides, horse riding in Petra or Wadi Rum, guided tours in Petra, jeep tours or trekking in Wadi Rum, and hiking tours with guides in Dana. These activities are subject to the supplier’s terms and conditions, as well as availability, service requirements, road or weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances.
Pro Tip: Some activities and excursions require a minimum number of participants to operate. Even if an excursion is provisionally confirmed well in advance, it may be cancelled by the supplier closer to the date if the minimum number is not met or if weather or safety conditions make it unsafe to operate.
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