Embark on a 3-day trek through the stunning Wadi Rum Desert in Jordan. Experience the Mars-like landscape, camp under the stars, and explore the natural wonders of this Hollywood-favorite location.
Arrival to Wadi Rum, Jordan - Explore the Desert
Wadi Rum Village - Experience authentic Bedouin life! Relish nature by camping and trekking. Sleep in traditional Bedouin tents with comfortable beds, bed linen, and towels provided.
During the tour, just bring your day pack, and we handle the rest. Our Bedouin guides will cook for you and lead you through the most stunning places in the desert.
Enjoy the sunrise with a delightful cup of Bedouin tea and the aroma of the fire.
Program
Day 1:
- Individual arrival to Wadi Rum, Jordan
- Meet at the Desert Rest House (or Visitor Center if arriving by bus) between 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Transfer to our camp for a welcome tea and check-in
- Start of our sunset 4x4 tour (approx. 2 hours) with a camel ride
- Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional Bedouin nomadic camp (glamping) with all comforts and hot showers (shared bathroom)
If you arrive in the morning, we will suggest a trekking trail to start your adventure.
Discuss your program with the guide to prepare for the next day.
Day 2: Welcome to Mars
Wadi Rum Protected Area - Day 2
Welcome the morning in the desert. After breakfast, enjoy a full-day jeep tour with light trekking and hiking. Lunch will be served in the desert with water and tea provided. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp. If you wish, we can prepare comfortable mattresses outside for stargazing (all provided).
(Please note that the program might change due to weather conditions and group size.)
Here are some possible attractions you may visit (the guide will discuss the tour with you):
Burdah Rock Bridge - Jabal Burdah and its rock bridge are located in the southeast of the protected area. The 35-meter high rock bridge is one of the highest in the world and a spectacular sight. If you have vertigo, it’s best to admire it from the valley floor. For those who are reasonably fit, hiking and scrambling up to the bridge is highly rewarding. The journey takes about 1.5 hours and includes several great viewpoints. Jabal Burdah is home to various medicinal plants. From the rock bridge, you can enjoy incredible desert views.
Jebel Khazali - A narrow cleft in the center of Wadi Rum with Thamudic, Nabatean, and Islamic inscriptions, as well as petroglyphs of humans, animals, and footprints.
Wadi Rum - Visit our sand dunes. The desert is dotted with both yellow and red dunes. The highest dune is in Wadi Um Ishrin, but we prefer the one near Khazali canyon. Climbing this dune is easy via the rocks on the side, and the views from the top are stunning. The intense red of the dune against the deep blue sky is a fascinating sight. In this blog, we explore more about dunes and share our top 5 most fabulous dunes.
Why are there dunes in Wadi Rum desert? Dunes are a natural phenomenon found in deserts and near beaches. They form with lots of loose sand, wind, an obstacle, and a dry climate. Wadi Rum has all these elements.
Wadi Rum - Um Fruth rock bridge. This is one of the most photographed spots in Wadi Rum. The bridge is about 15 meters above the desert floor. With guidance and possibly some assistance from your tour guide, the climb is manageable. However, it can be challenging for those with vertigo or minor limitations. The narrow bridge can also be tricky, but the views over the yellow mountains of Um Fruth are worth it. Even if you don’t climb the bridge, it’s still worth visiting.
Wadi Rum Protected Area - Little Bridge. This spot is easy to reach and offers a beautiful overview of the valley. It’s also a famous filming location for the blockbuster “Dune.”
Goodbye Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum Protected Area - Optionally, book an activity on-site. After breakfast and check-out, transfer back to the meeting point.
- Desert Sunset Tour
- Private Bedouin guide (English)
- Wadi Rum classical 4x4 tour (full day)
- Overnight traditional Bedouin tent with shared facilities
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Desert Hiking
- Camel Ride in Wadi Rum
- Personal Travel & Health Insurance
- Entrance Fee Wadi Rum per person
- Arrival to Wadi Rum Village
The ideal way to discover Wadi Rum is by walking and riding. Much like the ancestors of the Bedouins who reside in this region today, you will experience the stunning desert landscape. Wadi Rum is often referred to as “Mars on Earth” due to its blood-red sands and otherworldly sandstone mountains, creating a strikingly Martian-like environment. This unique setting makes you feel as though you are stepping onto another planet, even though you are still on Earth. Wadi Rum is a popular location for Hollywood films set on Mars, having been featured in movies such as The Martian (2015), The Last Days on Mars (2013), and many others.
Beyond its vast sand dunes and towering rock formations, Wadi Rum also boasts a remarkable array of natural arches, soaring cliffs, massive landslides, dramatic weathered formations, and narrow gorges.
We offer accommodations in authentic Bedouin tents, providing all the comforts in a serene camp within the protected area!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
