Discover the famous desert of Jordan!
Wadi Rum is the largest valley in the country, and its rocky and sandy desert is considered one of Jordan's highlights. The Wadi Rum Desert Safari offers fascinating rock formations, red dunes, and beautiful canyons. A desert tour in the back of a jeep allows you to explore several interesting sights at once. The ancient stone carvings of Khazali Canyon will delight even non-desert fans.
Umm Fruth Rock Bridge - A natural stone bridge in the desert of Wadi Rum Jordan
Mushroom Stone in the desert - Wadi Rum UNESCO World Heritage Jordan
Canyon in Wadi Rum Jordan
Petroglyphs rock engravings with battle scene in the Khazali Canyon Wadi Rum UNSECO World Heritage Jordan
Red sand dunes in the desert of Wadi Rum Jordan
We set out early in the morning, climb onto the back of the jeep and off we go - into the desert. We follow the worn tire tracks from previous tours through the peaceful awakening landscape of Wadi Rum. The wind blows surprisingly cool around our noses ... we lean back and enjoy the bumpy ride. Impressive rocks pass us to the right and left and in between there is wide flat land.
We set out early in the morning, climb onto the back of the jeep and off we go - into the desert. We follow the worn tire tracks from previous tours through the peaceful awakening landscape of Wadi Rum. The wind blows surprisingly cool around our noses ... we lean back and enjoy the bumpy ride. Impressive rocks pass us to the right and left and in between there is wide flat land.
Offers for Jeep Tours and Desert Safari Wadi Rum
There are numerous desert tour operators in Wadi Rum Village. The Bedouin camps within the Wadi Rum reserve also offer their guests jeep tours. Those who cannot find what they are looking for in their accommodation can find out more in the visitor center about 6 kilometers from Wadi Rum Village. Desert and sightseeing tours of 2 hours in length up to day trips are available. Most jeep safaris take place in open XNUMXxXNUMX vehicles.
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Experiences of the Jeep Tour and Desert Safari Wadi Rum
Rock bridges, sand dunes, a spring, and cave paintings; A jeep tour through Wadi Rum offers all of this and more. Curious? Get on board and explore Jordan's picture-perfect desert.
The prices of the jeep tours vary a lot. They are between 25-160 JD for 2 people. First of all, the length of the excursion is decisive for determining the price. There is also the option of booking a private tour for an additional charge. The price-performance ratio also often differs greatly between the providers. It's worth comparing! If you stay overnight with the same provider and book one or more excursions, you can often achieve a better overall price with a little trading skills. A private full day trip for 2 people was possible in October 2019 for 70 JD. The guide is happy to receive a tip.
Entrance to Wadi Rum costs 5 JD per person for tourists. This is paid at the Visitor Center about 6 km from Wadi Rum Village. Admission to Wadi Rum is usually not included in the price of the jeep tour and has to be paid for separately. Alternatively, the Jordan Pass is also valid as an entrance ticket for Wadi Rum. If you want to go to Wadi Rum with your own car (only with all-wheel drive!), You pay 20 JD.
Please note possible changes. You can find current prices here.
The offers are very flexible and fit into any schedule. There are two-hour short trips and tours lasting several hours with a duration of 3-5 hours. Full-day discovery packages also plan small canyon hikes, combine the tour with a camel ride or an extended lunch break in the shade of the rocks.
As a rule, all longer tours include a lunch package for the lunch break. Small bottles of water are provided by the guide and tea is also offered in Bedouin tents at individual sights, such as the Lawrence Spring spring. Information on catering must be coordinated with the respective provider in advance.
The tour usually starts at the visitor center or directly in your desert camp.
The coastal city aquaba am Red Sea is about 70km away from Wadi Rum by car. The distance between Wadi Rum and the world famous UNESCO World Heritage Site Petra is 114km and should be planned with around 2 hours of driving.
Typical sights Desert Safari Wadi Rum
Good to know
A jeep tour through Wadi Rum takes place in open-top off-road vehicles. Passengers sit in the back, so expect a somewhat bumpy ride. The seats are usually padded, and many operators provide sun shades upon request. Air-conditioned rides are difficult to arrange due to the desert temperatures, as the radiator water quickly boils when the air conditioner is running. The open-top jeeps, however, offer the desert-appropriate feeling of freedom and a pleasant breeze during a Wadi Rum desert safari.
In the AGE ™ article Wadi Rum - Jordan's heart of the desert you will find a lot of exciting information and tips too points of interest & sights in Wadi Rum. The Petroglyphs in Khazali Canyon tell exciting stories of the past. And with a walk in the Canyon, traditional music as well as Bedouin dishes buried in the sand, Wadi Rum can be experienced with all your senses. Don't forget to take a deep breath, because you can do it on foot and off the beaten path Magic of the desert feel best.
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Information on site, as well as personal experiences during a jeep tour through Wadi Rum in November 2019.
Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (2017), Jordan Pass. [online] Retrieved on June 28.06.2020, XNUMX, from URL: https://www.jordanpass.jo/
Wadi Rum Protected Area (2014), Wadi Rum. [Online] Retrieved on 26.06.2020/10.09.2021/XNUMX, last on XNUMX/XNUMX/XNUMX from URL: http://wadirum.jo