RAINBOW REEF

Rainbow Reef is an intermediate dive site in Aqaba, Jordan, aptly named for the spectacular diversity of colors found across its coral gardens. The reef descends to 30 meters over a slope featuring an exceptional variety of both hard and soft corals — from vivid purple dendronephthya and pink Xenia to bright yellow fire coral and green table coral formations. This chromatic richness extends to the fish life: anthias in gold and purple, parrotfish in electric blues and greens, and angelfish in regal stripes create a living rainbow over the reef. The site's coral health is among the best in Aqaba, with dense coverage and minimal damage. Cleaning stations are abundant, where wrasses service larger fish in fascinating behavioral displays. The diversity of color and life packed into Rainbow Reef's accessible depth range makes it one of Aqaba's most photogenic and satisfying intermediate dives.