Wadi Rum is a protected desert of sandstone and granite mountains rising from red sand, inhabited by Bedouin communities who run the camps and jeep tours. Nights in a desert camp with clear skies are the point as much as the landscape itself. Scrambling routes and rock climbing are available for those who want more than a jeep tour.
Related activities
Bedouin jeep tour and camp night
Half-day 4x4 circuit of the main formations with an overnight in a desert camp.
Camel trek at sunset
Ride out to the dunes for last light.
Jebel Burdah arch scramble
Guided scramble to the high rock bridge, with rope protection on the exposed section.
How to get to Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum sits in Jordan. It pairs well with Petra, Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, so you can group them on the same day.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Bedouin jeep tour and camp night, Camel trek at sunset, Jebel Burdah arch scramble.
Wadi Rum FAQ
Where is Wadi Rum?
Wadi Rum is in Jordan.
What is near Wadi Rum?
Nearby places include Petra, Amman Citadel, Roman Theatre, Jerash.
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