Cedar Pride Wreck - Jordan Diving

Site Overview

Cedar Pride Wreck is arguably Jordan's most iconic dive site featuring a seventy four metre Lebanese freighter that was deliberately scuttled in nineteen eighty five by King Hussein's son Prince Abdullah to create an artificial reef. The vessel rests on its port side at ten to twenty five metres depth on a sandy bottom creating one of the most life filled wrecks in the Red Sea. Dense soft coral growth including Dendronephthya and xenia colonies carpet the hull while massive groupers patrol the cargo holds and moray eels shelter in every opening. Lionfish perch on exposed railings and batfish school around the bow section creating spectacular wide angle compositions. The wreck is partially penetrable through several safe swim through sections making it accessible to advanced recreational divers while the exterior alone provides enough marine life and photographic subjects for multiple dives. The shallow sections allow extended bottom time and the wreck's proximity to shore means it is easily accessible from Aqaba's beach entry points. 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.