Jordan is blessed with outstanding natural beauty, and an abundance of historical and archaeological sites. From the superb Roman site at Jerash to the stunning rose red city of Petra; from the dramatic scenery of T. E. Lawrence's Wadi Rum to the spectacular coral reefs of Aqaba - the treasures of Jordan are many.
All this combined with people whose warm hospitality will ensure that your stay is a truly memorable one. We have a wealth of experience and knowledge in this area. Come and share in our passion for this beautiful country!
The resort of Aqaba is Jordan's gateway to the wonders of the Red Sea. There are two routes to Aqaba: Royal Jordanian fly daily from London Heathrow, via Amman or there are charter flights direct to Eilat in Israel - Aqaba's neighbouring resort, from Gatwick (Mondays), Luton (Sundays) and Manchester (Mondays).
As with most holiday destinations, using a charter flight will give you the best prices but can only offer 7 or 14 night duration.
After extensive research and site inspection we recommend just two hotels in the Red Sea resort of Aqaba; the 3* town hotel Golden Tulip or the 5* Beach hotel Movenpick. There is a wide choice of other hotels to consider in the other areas of Jordan which we can advise you on when planning a tailor-made tour.
Air temperatures can vary tremendously depending on which area of Jordan you visit and the time of year. Aqaba on the Red Sea coast has least variation and year-round sunshine with 20-24 C in January and February, rising to 35-36 C in July and August. Northern Jordan is cooler due to the increased altitude with average winter temperatures of 7-8 C although in December and January it can snow in the capital, Amman. Summer in the North averages about 32 C. The hottest months are usually quite bearable as humidity levels are low.
Water temperatures vary only slight throughout the year. The sea is at its coolest in January and February but the water temperature rarely drops below 20C. Suit requirements vary according to each diver's preference but we would advise a 5mm long-john and jacket or even a membrane dry-suit for comfort in the Winter. Water temperatures rise to a very pleasant 26/27C in September when a 3mm suit is probably all that you need.
Jordan can be visited year around with equally good diving. However, please note that the interior of the county can get very hot in the summer with little breeze away from the coast; something to be considered when planning sightseeing tours.
All the dive sites in Jordan are located very close to the shore line so both boat and shore diving access the same sites, it is just a matter of which mode of transport is preferred. The diving along this coast line is very good relative to other diving in the Northern Red Sea. It is an excellent choice for both beginners and the more experienced diver. There is some especially exciting diving close to the Saudi border where you will find deep walls only very recently discovered! There is also one of the best wreck dives in the Red Sea here, the 'Cedar Pride' - this is an astonishing dive!!
Visibility averages around 35-40m throughout the area. During plankton blooms, usually April/May, this may diminish to 10-15m but to compensate mid summer visibility can extend beyond 50m.
One of the great attractions of Jordan are the excursions and tours that are on offer here making it a superb destination for divers and non-divers alike.
We would urge anyone visiting this fascinating country to consider the many tour options available; at the very least you must do the day tour or Petra!
Aqaba is more of a working middle eastern town than a tourist resort, part of its charm. Outside your hotel there are some excellent local restaurants that are very inexpensive and are definitely worth a try. Although alcohol can be purchased in your hotel bar the town is dry.
To travel to Jordan you need a full British Passport with at least 6 months to run and a Jordanian entry visa. We offer a fast visa service are just £10.
Non UK passport holder should contact the Jordan Embassy (Jordanian Embassy, Visa Section, 6, Upper Phillimore Gardens, London W8 7HB Tel: 0891 171261).
There are no compulsory inoculations if travelling from the UK, but we advise you check with your GP for up-to-date recommendations. The British diet is usually compatible with Jordanian food; however, we recommend you take your favourite tummy tablets just in case. We also recommend bottled water for drinking.
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