22m
    Intermediate
    Aqaba, Jordan
    محمية العقبة البحرية

    Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

    Best months: Jan, May–Dec

    Protected Area

    محمية العقبة البحرية

    Why dive here

    With 67+ marine species recorded in the area - including spinner dolphins and lionfish - Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל offers some of Aqaba's richest cave diving. Water ranges 20-27°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Marine lifeSpinner Dolphins and Lionfish · 67+ species recorded
    Water20-27°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterCave dive · max 22m
    StandoutDramatic cave topography

    Canyon Dekel South is a decent intermediate dive if you're looking for something a bit different in Aqaba. It’s not a deep dive, topping out around 22 meters, but it’s the canyon itself that draws you in. You’ll be navigating through some tight squeezes, keeping an eye out for lionfish tucked into crevices and the occasional moray eel peering out. It’s a good option for divers who appreciate a bit of overhead environment without going full cave. Just make sure your buoyancy is dialed in; some sections are narrower than you might expect.

    Typical Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m22m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

    Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27.18°C

    81°F

    Current Speed

    5 cm/s

    Direction: SW (216.9°)

    Salinity

    39.19 PSU

    Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)

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