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Aqaba Bay
Migratory Tuna species + Kingfishseasonal
Asia · Fishing World Guide
Jordan.
Fishing in Jordan 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
May–Nov
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Sport fishing permit: From 10-20 JOD (~13-27 EUR). Included in the charter price.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- Through charter boat operators in Aqaba or the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority.
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 10-20 JOD (~13-27 EUR). Included in the charter price.
- Validity
- Day or travel permit
- Available online?
- No
Jordan has only 26 km coastline — but it is on the Red Sea in Aqaba! GT, tuna and barracuda in warm, crystal clear water. Petra and Wadi Rum as a bonus excursion!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
April-November. GT: Summer. Tuna: Autumn. Winter: Cool but possible.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Tala Bay
Reef fishing + technical Jiggingaway from restricted zones
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South Beach
Shore fishing + Shore Jiggingoutside the Marine Park
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Offshore Red Sea
Big Game Fishing for Wahoo + Barracuda
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Aqaba Marine Park
Strict protection zonefishing largely prohibited
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
No general closed seasons. Aqaba Marine Park: Restrictions.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Moderate limits. Reef fish: Protection in marine parks.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Speargfishing in the Marine Park prohibited. Dynamite prohibited.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly with GT. Recommended in the Marine Park.
What does it cost?
13-27 €
License
13-27 EUR (included in charter price).
200-550 €
Guide per day
200-550 EUR/day.
60-120 €
Daily budget
Budget: 60-120 EUR (shore). Charter: 150-350 EUR/person.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Jordan30.59°, 36.24°
🎣 Live catches in jordanien
3 verified catches
Not enough data (3 catches)
Bite-time forecast appears from 5 catches.
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
Through charter boat operators in Aqaba or the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority. — Jordan has only 26 km coastline — but it is on the Red Sea in Aqaba! GT, tuna and barracuda in warm, crystal clear water. Petra and Wadi Rum as a bonus excursion!
Rules in detail
Aqaba lies at the northernmost point of the Red Sea. Corals right up to the shore! Diving + fishing can be combined.
Freshwater
Jordan River (too polluted/small). Dead Sea: No fish (too salty!). No freshwater fishing.
Saltwater
26 km Red Sea coast in Aqaba. Small but fine! Warm, clear water.
Equipment
Charter boats provide equipment. Fishing shops in Aqaba.
Guides
Aqaba Charter: 150-400 JOD/day (~200-550 EUR). Shore Guide: 50-100 JOD.
Getting there
Flights to Amman or Aqaba direct. Rental car. Petra and Wadi Rum as combination!
Safety
Very safe country (one of the safest in the Middle East). Heat in summer.
Customs & fish export
Visa-free upon arrival at the airport or Jordan Pass (incl. Petra!). Fishing equipment allowed.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: May 5, 2026
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