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Valley in southern Jordan
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Wadi Rum is a spectacularly scenic desert valley (wadi in Arabic) in southern Jordan. It is also known as "Valley of the Moon" and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Sandy Canyon with desert tree, guided tours will drop visitors at one end and they can walk through the canyon to be collected at the other side.
Not far from the red Sand Dune area this mountain has depictions of a camel caravan from the Nabatean and Thaumadic period.
The highest rock arch in the Protected Area at 80 m, it can be seen at a distance from the valley below or a multi hour walk to see it up close and walk across the 'bridge'.
White sandstone natural rock bridge formation that spans 34 m high. It was a filming location for the setting of the Cave of Wonders, in the 2019 live-action adaptation of the Disney film Aladdin.
Arguably Wadi Rums best stand alone site, this narrow canyon contains numerous ancient inscriptions and petroglyphs—rock carvings of animals and humans.
Nobody is certain that this was Lawrence's house, although there are stories that he both stayed and/or stored weapons here. The current structure is built upon the remains of a Nabataean building, however, and it's another beautiful spot in the desert. The house itself is bunch of rubble, though, and not very impressive. Climb the rocks beside Lawrence House for a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the valley below.
2 km south-west of the village of Rum. The spring is at the top of a short scramble—head for the fig tree! Although the pool itself is largely unprepossessing, being a stagnant puddle, the views across the desert are truly spectacular.
Standalone rock that has eroded at its base to form a Mushroom like shape.
Small rock arch that is the most accessible and easy to ascend within the Protected Area.
There are various places in Wadi Rum where the white and red sands meet, but the most commonly visited is a dune sloping up alongside a jebel. A bit tough to climb up, great fun to run down! It can be difficult ascending those—use small steps.
Although most people can only count five (the remaining 2 are on the opposite side of the rock), this is an impressive rock formation near the Visitor's centre. It is named after T.E. Lawrence's book—not the other way around!
A 15-m rock bridge which is featured on many tours and can be easily scrambled to the top of.
Abu Yosef Bedouin Camp
Abu Yousef Bedouin Camp accessible only by 4x4, it's a small camp with basic amenities on the edge of the protected area, managed by a Bedouin Family, Offering 4x4 ride, camel ride, BBQ in the desert and all kind of related activities.
Small camp run by local family close to the village (10 minutes by jeep). Possibility to go camel riding and spend the night in the desert under the stars, bake bread in the sand, etc. Possibility of custom tours.
Clean and well presented traditional camp, run by local family. Small camp with 10 tents in remote valley offers quiet desert environment. Very entertaining atmosphere in the evening. Offers hotel standard deluxe tents with private bathroom and balcony, simple traditional tents and a dormitory. Operate full range of tours with great opportunity to build a relationship with your hosts.
Traditional Bedouin style campsite inside Wadi Rum protected area, and also offer different kind of activities in the desert such as Jeep tours, trekking & scrambling programs, camels trekking.
Specializes in longer stays for hiking, scrambling, tailored programs in the wilderness area. The camp is in the south of the protected area in a beautiful and unique location, well located for hiking. Also offers bivouac camping. Jeep tours also available.
Wadi Rum Experience offers a wide range of desert adventure excursions: 4x4 tours, camel tours, trekking, scrambling and rock climbing. In addition to regular day trips they can provide multi-day and tailor made programs.
High-quality camp inside Wadi Rum protected area with all facilities, Bedouin fresh food, private tents, shower, toilets.
Small Bedouin camp with authentic atmosphere, fresh food and bathroom facilities.
Bedouin desert camp. Campsites are offered both in big or small tents in Wadi Rum. Food is prepared on the fire, and dinner and breakfast are always included in the price. Mattresses and blankets will be provided and transportation is also included.
Camping in a real, permanent Bedouin Camp in the shade of a "humbling" cliff face, complete with proper toilets and a shower block. Perfect location for watching the sun rise just outside the camp itself, and a short walk across to the other side of the valley to watch the sun set from atop a mighty dune. They also offer jeep tours into the Wadi Rum Protected Area, Trekking and scrambling with local Bedouin guides, and Camel Trekking with real experienced Bedouin guides—ideal for a ride back to the village from the camp (2-3 hours by camel).
Sabbah Eid has worked in the tourism industry for over 20 years. Sabbah Eid offers desert 4x4 tours, camel tours and he specialises in hiking, trekking and climbing treks. These trips are guided by his friends and family—bedouin of Wadi Rum.
Family-run Bedouin camp located between the mountains, 7 km from Rum Village inside the Protected Area. Offers traditional tents, panoramic tents and bubble tents with private bathrooms. Includes campfire evenings with Bedouin music, dinner and breakfast. Jeep tours and stargazing available.
A small Bedouin camp in the Protected Area of Wadi Rum with about 10 tents for 2-4 people. The camp is run by English speaking Bedouins who will offer you tea at all times a day, and cook food by the fire under the stars. Independently from accommodation, they can arrange on request hikes, jeep tours and camel rides in the desert too.
Desert Eyes is a tour company owned and operated by Khaled Salem Al Zalabieh. Desert Eyes provides desert experiences and overnight camping options for travellers who want to experience the desert and Bedouin culture. Desert Eyes offers desert tours by 4x4, camel and hiking treks specialising in day trips, off-the-beaten-path trips and multi day excursions.
This tour company provides tours of the desert by jeep, camel, or on foot and allows you to camp out under the stars. Aeith, the owner and guide, speaks great English and is very friendly and knowledgeable. Meals and sleeping equipment are provided.
Specialized tour company offering high quality, authentic jeep tours, hiking and scrambling tours, camel rides and trekking for small groups. For the overnight stay they offer bivouac camping and overnight stays in their Bedouin camp called Wadi Rum Base Camp.
Small camp in a great area. Warm showers and good meals. Owner and guides are very friendly and speak good English. Responds quickly to emails.
Small family-run business that offer various desert tours, camp accommodation and authentic Bedouin experience.
has spotless tent accommodations and a variety of experiences, such as hiking, cavern explorations, sleeping under the stars, and jeep rides. There will be a discount on a group tour. owned by Bedouin in the area. The location is inside the protected region of the desert and offers a pickup service to their site. In Wadi Rum, it is among the most affordable and highest rating.
Traditional Bedouin camp specializing in hiking&scrambling, 4x4 and camel tours. Evenings come alive with Bedouin food, music, and storytelling. The camp has private tents and separate (shared) male and female bathroom facilities.
See Wadi Rum (established 2022) is a local tour operator which offers 4x4 jeep tours, camel riding and guided treks. They also provide overnight accommodation in Wadi Rum in their Bedouin camp, which has traditional and high-end tents. See Wadi Rum's tours and activities emphasize cultural immersion and sustainable tourism practices. The company is ran by English-speaking Bedouin guides who lead visitors on explorations of the desert, fostering a deeper understanding of Bedouin culture and traditions.
Khaled's Camp
Khaled's Camp offers an authentic Bedouin desert experience in Wadi Rum, Jordan. Operated by the local Al Zalabieh tribe, the camp features traditional tents and the option to sleep under the stars. They provide jeep tours, camel treks, and homemade Bedouin meals.
An eco-friendly Bedouin-style camp that offers traditional accommodation in furnished desert tents, with daily Bedouin meals, including dinner cooked over the fire and fresh breakfast served in the morning. The camp organizes guided desert tours by jeep, camel, or on foot, to explore Wadi Rum’s sandstone mountains, dunes, and ancient rock carvings. At night, the camp provides a quiet setting for stargazing, often accompanied by Bedouin tea prepared by the hosts. Sustainability is an important focus, with practices such as reducing plastic waste and supporting the local community.
From Aqaba
You can get to Wadi Rum by catching any bus or minibus (1-3 JD) from the Aqaba bus station headed to Amman, Ma'an, or Petra and get off at the Wadi Rum turnoff.
From Petra
There is one bus per day from Wadi Musa (Petra) that leaves at 06:00 and costs 7 JD.
From Amman
No bus goes directly from Amman, but regular buses head towards Aqaba or Ma'an. Again, you can get off at the Wadi Rum Intersection (see above). Expect to pay not more than 12 JD, usually only 7 JD.
Hiking
The first camps are between 1-2 hr walking distance away from Wadi Rum village.
Scams
A scam in the area is that some taxi drivers in Aqaba or other places claim that they can arrange your tour to Wadi Rum.
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