1. Port Overview

  1. Aqaba, Jordan

  3. Aqaba is a Jordanian coastal city situated at the northeastern tip of the Red Sea. It is the largest city on the Gulf of Aqaba and Jordan's only coastal city. The city of Aqaba is the most southern part of Jordan and the capital of Aqaba Governorate.

    Aqaba is one the major tourist attractions in Jordan, and famous for its warm water and rich marine life. It is best known today as a seaside and diving resort and also as a home for Jordan's mega projects.

    Things to See & Do

    * aqaba Fort
    * Ayla – old city
    * Aqaba museum
    * Fourth century roman church

    General Information

    Cruise Season – Oct - May
    Currency – Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
    Language – Arabic, English
    Population –approx
    Land Area – 375 km²
    Electricity – 104,000 approx
    Time – GMT plus two hours
    International Country Telephone Code – + 962

    Transport Links - The King Hussein International Airport is located north of Aqaba, about a 20-minute drive. Royal Jordanian operates 2 daily flights between Amman and Aqaba, one in the morning and one in the evening. Duration of the flight is approximately 1 hour.