Jordan · Spearfishing zone
Aqaba Marine Reserve (Aqaba Marine Park)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Aqaba Marine Reserve (Aqaba Marine Park).
Jordan's first marine protected area, managed by ASEZA. Runs along roughly 7 km of the eastern shore near the head of the Gulf of Aqaba, from the southern boundary of the Passenger Port (north) to the southern boundary of the Royal Diving Club (south); marine boundary extends ~350 m west of the shoreline and the land boundary ~50 m east. Fishing is prohibited in all forms within its boundaries: 'Do not fish in any form.' Spearfishing/harpoon hunting by divers is not permitted.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
29.4306°N, 34.9719°E
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This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Jordan
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Through the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) under Instructions No. (Z/1) of 2020; licences authorise boat operation and/or fishing with permitted gear only. Spearfishing is not a licensable activity.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · aseza.jo