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Aqaba Private Snorkel Safari: Japanese Garden & Rainbow Reef

Glide over luminous coral gardens alive with parrotfish, lionfish, and sea turtles in Aqaba's Marine Protected Area — one of the most pristine reef systems in the entire Red Sea, just minutes from port. No certification required; just bring wonder.

What to expect

Your private speedboat departs the marina and reaches the Japanese Garden snorkel site in under 15 minutes. The shallow coral terrace here is extraordinary — massive table corals, vivid sea fans, and a staggering variety of reef fish in crystal visibility. Your guide points out resident nudibranchs and moray eels most snorkellers miss. A second stop at Rainbow Reef adds deeper swim-throughs and the chance to spot a passing sea turtle. Fresh juice and towels are provided on the return.

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Good to know

Best undertaken in the morning when visibility and conditions are optimal. All equipment provided; bring reef-safe sunscreen (standard sunscreen is prohibited in the Marine Park). Transfer from cruise terminal to marina is approximately 10 minutes by taxi.

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