Wadi Rum Half-Day Desert Tour | Wadi Rum Desert

Wadi Rum Half-Day Desert Tour | Wadi Rum Desert

Duration4h 15m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover the dramatic scenery and natural rock formations of Wadi Rum Protected Area!

This 4x4 tour takes you through the main valley of Wadi Rum's Protected Area, making stops at the important landmarks and panoramic viewpoints. You have time at each stop to explore on foot, scramble up the rocks, walk to viewpoints and take photographs.

Some tour highlights include visiting Khazali Canyon to see ancient petroglyphs and inscriptions, and taking a self-guided walk through Abu Khashaba Canyon for 20-30 minutes. You'll also get to see sights of the desert such as Ain Abu Aineh (Lawrence Spring), the Red Sand Dune, Little Rock Bridge and Um Fruth Rock Bridge.

Options

4 Hour Tour with Camel Ride

Camel Ride for 45 minutes
Private 4x4 Tour
Duration: 4 hours

4 Hour Sunset Tour

Sunset in Um Sabatah
Private 4x4 Tour

4 Hour Morning Tour

Private 4x4 Tour

What's included

Bottled water
Local guide/driver

Wadi Rum Entrance Fee (paid at the Visitor Centre) - 7 JD per adult or free with the Jordan Pass

What to expect

Wadi Rum Protected Area
4h · Admission ticket not included

Admire the breathtaking scenery of Wadi Rum Protected Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with red sand valleys, canyons and dramatic rock formations.

As you set off from Wadi Rum Rest House, you’ll get your first look at Wadi Rum’s expansive landscape. The first stop is Ain Abu Aineh (Lawrence Spring), where you can take a short walk to the natural spring (optional) and see ancient petroglyphs and inscriptions on a nearby rock.

The next stop is the Red Sand Dune, where you can climb to the top for spectacular views (optional). You'll visit Khazali Canyon, a narrow canyon famous for its ancient petroglyphs and inscriptions. The next stop is the Little Rock Bridge, a dramatic rock formation with incredible valley views.

Arriving at Abu Khashaba Canyon, you can take a beautiful self-guided walk through the canyon, and your guide will meet you on the other side (optional). The final stop is Um Fruth Rock Bridge, which rises 15 m from the valley floor.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our meeting point is Wadi Rum Rest House, located in Wadi Rum Village. It's a 7km drive from Wadi Rum Visitor Centre (where you'll pay the entrance fee: 7 JD per adult or free with the Jordan Pass). There's easy parking available right next to the Rest House.

End point

Our meeting point is Wadi Rum Rest House, located in Wadi Rum Village. It's a 7km drive from Wadi Rum Visitor Centre (where you'll pay the entrance fee: 7 JD per adult or free with the Jordan Pass). There's easy parking available right next to the Rest House.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travellers who have difficulty getting into and down from a 4WD vehicle

Cancellation policy

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

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