Major city · Jordan
Tala Bay
Spend 1–2 days: walk the 1 km (0.6 mi) marina, dive or relax on the beach; no night‑life beyond the resorts.Spend 1–2 days: walk the 0.6 mi (1 km) marina, dive or relax on the beach; no night‑life beyond the resorts.
Tala Bay is a small resort on the Red Sea, 15 km south of Aqaba. The whole town fits within a 1 km stretch, so a short stay covers all activities – beach, marina, dive centres and a few restaurants. It’s quieter than Aqaba but pricier; most visitors stay 1 night and use it as a base for diving or a beach break before heading to Aqaba, Wadi Rum or Petra.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- JOD
- Best months
- Oct–May (warm sea, less heat than summer)
- avoid Jun–Sep (very hot, sea‑temperature peaks, higher risk of sunburn)
- Airport
- AQJ
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 4
- Jordan ↗Get the visa or the Jordan Pass only on official channels; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Jordan ↗Yellow taxis must use the meter; if the driver refuses, use a ride-hailing app instead.
- Jordan ↗In Ramadan, eating, drinking or smoking in public in daylight is not accepted; hotels and tourist restaurants serve.
- Jordan ↗Do not pack a drone: import without a prior permit is refused and the drone is held at the border.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tala Bay911 ▾
- Police / Ambulance / Fire911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tala Bay, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Jordanian dinar (JOD) is divided into 1,000 fils (or 100 piastres); one dinar is a high-value note.Jordan-wide
- SIM or eSIMZain, Orange and Umniah sell tourist SIMs at Queen Alia arrivals; passport registration is required.Jordan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source but stored in rooftop tanks; drink bottled or filtered.Jordan-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% if no service charge; many mid-range places add 10%.Jordan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/F/G/J. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Jordan-wide
- SafetyTala Bay is safe for tourists; main risks are marine stingers and higher prices.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; squat toilets at some bus stations.Jordan-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / ambulance / fire
- Sundays & holidaysFriday is the main weekend day: government offices, banks and many downtown shops close, some open after midday prayers.Jordan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportAQJ King Hussein International Airport (≈15 km (9.3 mi) north of Tala Bay; taxi about 25 JD).AQJ King Hussein International Airport (≈9.3 mi (15 km) north of Tala Bay; taxi about 25 JD).
- Getting aroundThe resort is about 1 km (0.6 mi) end‑to‑end; walk everywhere.The resort is about 0.6 mi (1 km) end‑to‑end; walk everywhere.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Sit-down mealMain course at Marina restaurantsJD 8–12
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from Aqaba centreJD 10–15
- Budget bedArab Divers B&B room, a night, per personJOD 70
- Mid-range bedArab Divers B&B room, a night, per personJOD 90
- High-end bedArab Divers B&B room, a night, per personJOD 120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget JOD 30 · Mid JOD 55 · High JOD 80
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- AQJ King Hussein International Airport (≈15 km (9.3 mi) north of Tala Bay; taxi about 25 JD)AQJ King Hussein International Airport (≈9.3 mi (15 km) north of Tala Bay; taxi about 25 JD)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Apr
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Aug
Avoid
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
Sep
Avoid
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–May. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Mar (3 rain days), driest Jun (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tala Bay: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
2 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2 rd
Mar
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Apr
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
0 rd
Jul
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
0 rd
Aug
40°C (104°F)104°F (40°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
0 rd
Sep
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
1 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
2 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The resort is about 1 km end‑to‑end; walk everywhere. Taxis from Aqaba (10–15 JD) or airport (≈25 JD) are available for trips beyond the bay.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Aqaba
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Taxi 15 km (9.3 mi) north, about 20 minTaxi 9.3 mi (15 km) north, about 20 min
Full city with markets, historic sites and more dive options.
Wadi Rum
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Taxi or tour bus, ~1 h 15 min
Desert valley; best to depart mid‑afternoon to avoid midday heat.
Petra
cautionDoor to door: ≈4 h round trip
Pre‑booked taxi, ~2 h drive
Cost ~120 JD return; consider staying overnight in Petra.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Tala Bay Aqaba
302 rooms, family suites, beach front; from 150 JD per night.
Arab Divers Bed & Breakfast
Quiet B&B 800 m from beach, basic rooms; good value.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- JD 30–45 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- JD 45–70 excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
| Mövenpick resort room2 × 1 night × JOD 200 | JOD 400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × JOD 55 | JOD 110 |
| Taxi from Aqaba airport2 × JOD 25 · check | JOD 50 |
| Taxi to Aqaba city centre2 × JOD 12 · check | JOD 24 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × JOD 30 · check | JOD 60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | JOD 64 |
| Trip total≈ JOD 354 per person per day, bed included | JOD 708 |
2026 estimate in JD; flights and international transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Main course at Marina restaurants | JD 8–12 |
| Cocktail | JD 6 |
| Taxi from Aqaba centre | JD 10–15 |
| Taxi from Aqaba airport | JD 25 |
| Dive day (2 dives) at Arab Divers | JD 40 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Venomous fish such as stonefish and lionfish in shallow water – wear sandals and watch where you step.
- Tourist prices are higher than in Aqaba; budget accordingly.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance / Fire
- 911
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tala Bay. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–May (warm sea, less heat than summer) · avoid Jun–Sep (very hot, sea‑temperature peaks, higher risk of sunburn) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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