Aqaba, Jordan

Cruise Port

Aqaba

City in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan.

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Overview

Aqaba is a cruise port in Jordan. It lies on the coast at approximately 29.532, 35.006.

About Aqaba

Aqābaʾ is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba. Situated in southernmost Jordan, Aqaba is the administrative center of the Aqaba Governorate. The city had a population of 148,398 in 2015 and a land area of 375 square kilometres (144.8 sq mi).

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Aqaba — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Aqaba

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Map of Aqaba
Map of Aqaba
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AqabaComposite
Tall Hujayrat al-Ghuzlan
Tall Hujayrat al-Ghuzlan

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 41°C in Aug and coolest around 21°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
21°
11°
Feb
22°
12°
Mar
25°
14°
Apr
32°
19°
May
36°
22°
Jun
38°
25°
Jul
40°
27°
Aug
41°
28°
Sep
37°
26°
Oct
33°
22°
Nov
28°
18°
Dec
24°
14°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Aqaba the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Aqaba, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →