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Full-Day Desert Highlights Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: Explore Wadi Rum Protected Area with 4WD Chauffeur

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Wadi Rum Village

Embark on a thrilling full-day Wadi Rum Jeep tour and discover the breathtaking beauty of the Wadi Rum Protected Area. Explore crimson sand dunes, hidden canyons, ancient monoliths, and prehistoric carvings with a knowledgeable 4WD chauffeur. Upgrade to enjoy a traditional Bedouin cave or camp stay with dinner and breakfast.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Lawrence’s Spring - The spring is at the top of a short scramble – head for the fig tree, located just 2km (1.2 miles) south-west of the village of Rum. The spring was named in honour of Lawrence’s evocative description in the Seven Pillars of Wisdom: ‘’In front of us a path, pale with use, zigzagged up the cliff-plinth…From between [the] trees, in hidden crannies of the rock, issued strange cries; the echoes, turned into music, of the voices of the Arabs watering camels at the springs which flowed out three hundred feet above ground’’. Although the pool itself is largely unprepossessing, being a stagnant puddle, the views across the desert are truly spectacular
Al Ramal Red Sand Dune - Among the vast expanses of rust-coloured sand in the Wadi Rum desert, the Red Sand Dune, or ‘Al Hasany’ in Arabic, is one of the most famous ones. Officially named Al Ramal it has become better known by its descriptive name. It stands out against a cliff side like it is part of the mountain. Coloured red by the presence of iron oxide, this dune is fine and soft underfoot making it perfect to walk up barefoot
Jebel Khazali - Khazali Canyon in Wadi Rum is the site of petroglyphs etched into the cave walls depicting humans and antelopes dating back to the Thamudic times. This narrow canyon contains numerous Nabataean rock carvings of people and animals.
Jebel Khazali, a peak situated in the center of Wadi Rum Protected Area opens up in a narrow fissure of about 100 m length. Its inner walls are covered with Thamudic, Nabatean, and Islamic inscriptions, as well petroglyphs depicting humans and animals. Remarkable are the soles of feet petroglyphs, which probably had religious significance. In 1932 the French epigraphist Savignac noted the engravings in the cleft and published some of them in 1934.
The petroglyphs and inscriptions of Khazali Siq form an impressive collection being one of the major tourist attractions in Wadi Rum. At the end of the canyon, there are several man-made rock-cut basins for water collection
Wadi Rum Protected Area - Little Rock Bridge:
Easy to climb, this bridge offers great views across a broad expanse of desert. It is easily accessible and not dangerous, it is perfect for families with children and people who feel less comfortable with heights under their feet
Lawrence’s House - 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. There is little left of this building, erected on the Nabataean ruins of a water cistern. Nonetheless, legend has it that Lawrence stayed here during the Arab Revolt and that makes it a must on the regular 4WD circuits of the area. Near the building is a Nabataean inscription that mentions the area’s ancient name of Iram. The remote location and uninterrupted view of the red sand dunes are the main attractions
Wadi Rum Village - Stop for lunch (Gallaya, Hummus, Tuna, Salad, Jordanian bread, Juice)
Mushroom Rock - Sometimes nature performs small miracles. One of them is the Mushroom Rock. Over the centuries, rain and winds have carved this sandstone and gave it the shape of mushroom
Burdah Rock Bridge - The largest of Rum’s three arches is the Burdah Rock Bridge, precariously perched about 80m above the surrounding rock. There’s a precipitous hike to the summit. It’s height and location offers one of the most terrific sunsets you will ever experienc
Wadi Rum Village - The White Desert is located near the Saudi border, 40 km south of Wadi Rum village. The landscape is similar to the Wadi Rum desert, but the sand is white. It is also an amazing place to see the sunset from.
Abu Khashaba Canyon - Wild fig trees and desert bushes among huge rocks and red and yellow sand make this canyon unique. Abu Khashaba Canyon is one of the canyons that are worth to visit and you will need about an hour to walk through.
Um Frouth Rock Arch - A lower rock bridge which is featured on many tours and can be easily scrambled onto. The climbing takes 5-15 minutes (depending on your experience) and the view that it offers to the surrounding area is amazing

What's Included

Bedouin tea
Bottled water
Lunch included
Optional camp sleep or sleeping under the stars (additional fee)
Complimentary sand-boarding
Exclusive to ‘Traditional Overnight Stay’ option

What's Not Included

WiFi on board

Additional Information

Enjoy the highlights of the Wadi Rum Protected Area, on this great day tour with lunch. Your 4WD chauffeur will introduce you to crimson sand dunes, hidden canyons, ancient monoliths and prehistoric carvings, with a stop at a natural rock bridge and Lawrence Spring

You can upgrade to add dinner and one night’s stay in a traditional Bedouin cave or camp, plus breakfast.

Location

Shoop before trip and coffe wadi rum Gesthouse

The meeting point, located after the Wadi Rum Visitor Center, about 6 km. You can find us at the entrance to the village of Wadi Rum in the public parking lot

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jonathanjo2411rt

May 21, 2024

Best Guide in Wadi Rum - We booked the 5 hour sunset trip with Muhammad as our guide. We were able to see all the best spots and had great information told by Muhammad during every stop! By far the best experience we had in all of Jordan! We didn't stay over night but definitely would have, had we known the guide was going to be so good.