Underwater Military Museum
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Retired military vehicles, helicopters and armoured cars sunk in 2019, some of which can be seen by snorkellers.
In 2019, Jordan carefully sank about 20 retired military vehicles and aircraft to depths of 5 to 28 metres off the South Coast. These included tanks, armoured personnel carriers, an ambulance, anti-aircraft guns, attack helicopters and a transport plane. They were arranged in battle formation and have gradually formed an artificial reef, making this one of the few underwater military museums in the world. Shallower exhibits can be seen by snorkelling, but deeper ones require a diving licence. Boat or shore dives must be booked through a dive centre on the South Coast. Prices are set by each dive shop.
Opening hours
Dive shop approx. 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Berenice Beach Club
- Aqaba Marine Science Station Aquarium
- Cedar Pride Wreck
- Aqaba Marine Park (Japanese Garden)
- Aqaba South Beach
- Tala Bay
- Aqaba Flagpole & Great Arab Revolt Plaza
- Aqaba Archaeological Museum