C-130 Hercules Wreck - Jordan Diving

Site Overview

The C-130 Hercules Wreck is one of the most impressive deep wreck dives in the Red Sea featuring a four engine military transport aircraft deliberately sunk in two thousand and seventeen that rests upright on a sandy bottom at thirty to forty metres depth. The aircraft's massive thirty eight metre wingspan creates a dramatic underwater silhouette visible from considerable distance in the clear Gulf of Aqaba waters. Schools of jacks barracuda and soft coral coverage have colonised the wreck since its sinking creating a thriving artificial reef ecosystem at depth. The cockpit engine nacelles and cargo ramp provide exploration opportunities for experienced deep divers while the sheer scale of the aircraft demands respect and conservative dive planning. The depth requires Advanced Open Water certification with deep diving experience and careful air management given the limited bottom time available at thirty to forty metres. The C-130 represents Jordan's commitment to creating world class artificial reef attractions while providing experienced divers with an exceptional deep diving challenge. The site represents one of Jordan and the Red Sea most compelling underwater destinations combining rich marine biodiversity with the distinctive geological and cultural heritage. Divers consistently praise the exceptional visibility healthy marine ecosystems and the professional guiding services provided by local operators. The underwater topography creates varied habitat zones supporting an extraordinary range of species from tiny macro critters to large pelagic predators patrolling the blue water beyond the reef edge. Conservation efforts by local communities have ensured the long term health of the reef systems.