5-Day Aqaba Yacht Charter Itinerary: Red Sea Family & Beach Escapes
Discover the perfect family escape with an Aqaba yacht charter, exploring the warm, inviting waters of the Red Sea. This itinerary is crafted for families seeking a blend of adventure and relaxation, with ample opportunities for swimming, snorkelling, and enjoying sun-drenched beaches. From vibrant underwater gardens to playful water sports, your Red Sea yacht charter provides a safe and exciting environment for all ages. Experience the magic of Jordan's coast, creating lasting memories with your loved ones against a backdrop of stunning desert landscapes and crystal-clear seas.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Aqaba, Jordan
- Final planned stop
- Aqaba, Jordan
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Glass-bottom boat tour
- Day 1Swimming at Aqaba Public Beach
- Day 1Souvenir shopping in the old town
- Day 1Children's playground at the marina
- Day 2Snorkelling over the Cedar Pride wreck
- Day 2Fish feeding activities
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Aqaba, Jordan
Your family Red Sea adventure begins in Aqaba. After boarding your yacht and a safety briefing, enjoy a casual stroll along the waterfront promenade and a swim in the calm city beaches.
- Glass-bottom boat tour
- Swimming at Aqaba Public Beach
- Souvenir shopping in the old town
- Children's playground at the marina
- Anchorage
- Aqaba Marina
- Dining
- Floka Seafood Restaurant (family-friendly)
- DAY 02
Cedar Pride Wreck & Seven Sisters, Aqaba Marine Park
Cruise to the Aqaba Marine Park to explore the shallow Cedar Pride wreck, a fantastic spot for snorkellers of all ages, and the nearby Seven Sisters coral formation.
- Snorkelling over the Cedar Pride wreck
- Fish feeding activities
- Paddleboarding and kayaking
- Building sandcastles on South Beach
- Anchorage
- South Beach Anchorage
- Dining
- Onboard picnic lunch and casual dinner
- DAY 03
Tala Bay, Aqaba
Sail south to the luxurious Tala Bay resort area. Here, families can enjoy watersports, pristine private beaches, and resort amenities, offering a blend of yachting and land-based fun.
- Tubing and water skiing
- Relaxing at Tala Bay Beach Club
- Exploring the resort's swimming pools
- Enjoying a beachfront BBQ
- Anchorage
- Tala Bay Marina
- Dining
- De Soto Restaurant (Italian, family-friendly)
- DAY 04
Yamanieh Coral Reef, Aqaba Marine Park
Return to the heart of the Marine Park to discover the Yamanieh Coral Reef, known for its gentle slopes and abundant, colourful fish, perfect for young snorkelers and novice divers.
- Guided family snorkelling tour
- Spotting clownfish and parrotfish
- Lessons in basic sailing knots
- Sunset views over the Red Sea
- Anchorage
- Yamanieh Beach Anchorage
- Dining
- Pizza and movie night onboard
- DAY 05
Aqaba, Jordan
Enjoy a final morning swim near Aqaba before returning to the marina. Disembark with joyful memories of your family's Red Sea yacht charter, filled with sun, sea, and shared adventures.
- Last chance for duty-free shopping
- Visit to the Bird Observatory
- Farewell breakfast onboard
- Photo opportunities at the Aqaba sign
- Anchorage
- Aqaba Marina
- Dining
- Hashem Restaurant (local Jordanian cuisine)
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