In Jordan, you can see not only cultural monuments and religious shrines; The beaches of Jordan also attract sea lovers from all over the world. On the shores of the Red Sea there are both pebbly and sandy strips. In Jordan, you can improve your health and relax in wonderful natural conditions. Even the photos of the Red Sea beaches are fascinating, what can we say about seeing this beauty with your own eyes?
Aqaba beaches
1. Berenice
One of the best beaches in Aqaba is Berenice. This coast is a private beach located on the Red Sea coast. There is also a beach club of the same name with a well-developed infrastructure: Berenice has everything you need for active recreation; restaurants, bars, shops and shops, swimming pools, showers are also in abundance.
Entrance to the beach is paid – 15 dinars. The length of the beach is about 500 meters. The entrance to the sea is gentle, in order to avoid various injuries, it is recommended to enter the water in special shoes, as corals and sea urchins are often found. The advantage of the beach is the absence of big waves and clear water. Feel free to take a diving mask with you or buy a tour to dive. This beach is mainly chosen by tourists for recreation, you are unlikely to meet local residents here.
From here, excursions are organized to the Black Rock dive locations and to the crash site of the Cedar Pride ship.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: 15JD/person
2. South beach
The list of the best beaches in Jordan also includes South Beach, located in Aqaba. This is a sand and pebble coast, located in a picturesque area. The beach here is long and spacious. From the sultry rays of the scorching sun, you can hide under umbrellas and in the shade of palm trees.
The entrance to the sea on the South Beach is gentle; however, stones can occasionally be encountered, as well as sea urchins. Berenice is considered one of the most popular sandy beaches in all of Jordan. Due to its facilities, it is also well suited for couples and families with small children. While on vacation, please don’t forget about rules of conduct for tourists.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: free of charge.
3. Al-Ghandour
A separate line is worth mentioning about this coast of Aqaba. Refers to the free coasts of the public type. Located approximately 10 minutes from the city center. The coast of Al-Ghandour beach is popular, but due to the obsession of local men, foreign girls are unlikely to have a desire to swim. Therefore, the beach is more suitable for admiring the sea views and a cup of hot tea in the restaurant.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: free of charge.
4. Coral Beach
If you’re looking for calm and serene beach in Jordan, this one is the greatest option. Is is located in Coral Bay in Aqaba, where very famous and popular resort with the same name is located. Infrastructure is the same as on other beaches in Jordan, but the main advantage is that there is no crowds and you can fully enjoy your holidays. Divers are frequent guests here, as there many coral reefs along the shore where you can explore Jordan marine life.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee:
5. Resort village Tala Bay
It is considered one of the quietest and most well-groomed beaches in Jordan. The sea is calm here, so the place is well suited for families with children. Tala Bay Beach is famous for its clear waters, where you can see colorful fish in the depths of the sea – so you can enjoy snorkeling here, admiring the corals and their unusual inhabitants. However, according to reviews of the beach, so far it is not well equipped. So free visitors should take care of what to lay on the sand.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: 20JD/person.
Dead Sea beaches
It should be noted that the coasts of the Dead Sea do not provide a beach holiday in the classical sense of the word. The concentration of trace elements and the salinity of the waters of this therapeutic reservoir is very high. It is advisable to stay in the water for no more than 20 minutes.
Also, it will not come out to dive; you can’t even splash, as salt water will irritate the mucous membrane of the eye very much. The entrance to the Dead Sea is usually rocky. However, all these features more than compensate for the healing properties that local nature has. So this area is rightly considered one of the best balneological resorts on the planet.
Most of the coasts here belong to hotels. So, you have either to stay in one of them or pay for a day pass in one of the hotels. The prices of daily pass varies from 30JD to 50JD. Some people prefer to visit so-called “wild beaches” to make their Dead Sea visiting free of charge. If that sounds okey for you, make sure to prepare well for such adventure and try to follow the locals.
6. Amman Beach
However, there is also a public beach on the Dead Sea. This is Amman Beach. Although the beach is public, the entrance to it is paid – 20 dinars. There you can all you need for rather comfort beach vacation: toilet, shower and even a pool. The beach is covered with sand that becomes very hot during the day, so make sure to take a pair of comfortable shoes with you. There on the beach you can buy muds.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: 20JD/person.
7. Wadi Mujib
Actually its not a beach, but you shouldn’t miss an opportunity ti visit this place once in Jordan. Wadi Mujib is a river, which waters fall into the Dead Sea. If you’re planning to spend a day near the refreshing water, this place is again a must-visit. It’s not for leisure beach vacation, but for those who constantly looking for any adventures.
- On the map: link.
- Entrance fee: depends on the trail you choose, starts from 21JD/person for foreigners.
Jordan Hotels with a private beach
Many hotels in Jordan have their own beach. These are such hotel complexes as:
- Movenpick Resort & Residence 5*
- Marina Plaza Hotel 4*
- Mina Hotel 3*
- Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
- Intercontinental Aqaba 5*
- Dead Sea Spa Hotel 4*
And many others. Four- and five-star hotels have an all-inclusive system.
