Wadi Rum Guided Tours and Activities

We guarantee your tours in Wadi Rum will be among the best parts of your Jordan travels. For those considering what to do in Wadi Rum, we provide information and prices on all tours and activities. Wadi Rum desert tours are a highlight for many visitors, and the 4×4 or jeep tours are an absolute must! For those considering which places to see during their visit to Wadi Rum and how to plan an itinerary, consider how many days you have, so you can prioritise your interests.

The Wadi Rum Protected Area is 740 square kilometres, with a wide landscape and opportunities to see steep red sandstone cliffs, vast dunes and picturesque valleys. This is complemented by various unique sites that highlight the history and culture of the region.

Things to do in Wadi Rum
Wondering what to do in Wadi Rum?

All visitors should start with Wadi Rum 4×4 tours which provide the best way to explore the many attractions of the Protected Area efficiently. Due to the size and rough terrain, it is most popular to explore both the tourist sites and the wilderness area.

With a long history of camel caravans passing through the region’s arid terrain, this is also a popular option. Visitors can experience the historic way that our ancestors travelled and traded on a Wadi Rum camel tour. Camel tours are not an effective way of visiting the vast area of Wadi Rum, however they are an unforgettable addition to the 4×4 tours.

Hiking and Trekking is a popular Wadi Rum tour option. Locations include: Umm Ad Dami (Jordans highest point), Burdah Rock Bridge (Wadi Rums highest natural rock archway), among others.

Sandboarding is a fun activity for those adrenaline seeking travellers. They are also the most efficient way to descend a dune. This option can be included on most Wadi Rum tours.

Sunrise and sunset tours offer some of the best photo opportunities, as the rocks change colour and cast shadows over the desert terrain as the light changes.

Stargazing is not an exclusive Wadi Rum tour, but it is extremely popular. Wadi Rum offers one of the best star-viewing locations in the Northern Hemisphere. The high altitude, low light pollution and year-round clear skies combine to impress visitors with the multitude of stars visible to the naked eye.

Sunrise hot-air ballooning tours in Wadi Rum allow visitors an opportunity to float over the desert landscapes at its calmest hour.

For guests interested in the history of the area, we offer a tour of Wadi Rum that explores the various inscriptions found in the area. These range from the Neolithic images through to the various Arabic scripts.

For guests interested in the Bedouin culture of Wadi Rum, we have a ‘Nomad’s of Wadi Rum’ tour, which explores our semi nomadic herding lifestyle.

Additionally, we offer package options that include all meals, accommodation and activities for visitors of varied interests.

Create your own Wadi Rum Tours

This page will help you plan your journey in Wadi rum to tailor your experience to you.

There are standard Wadi Rum tour circuits through the Protected Area that cover the main highlights of the valley. These are perfect for visitors on a short trip who want to see all the highlights. For visitors who enjoy gaining a deeper understanding of their destination, we aim to provide all the relevant information and assist in designing a custom experience for you. We have lived in the region from birth, and have an intimate understanding of the area. If you have specific interests, please inform us so we can arrange the tour accordingly.

The images below provide links to all the Wadi Rum tour offerings. This information will allow you to plan which activities to choose in Wadi Rum. We also have information on all the different attractions in Wadi Rum that will assist you in deciding where you want to visit in Wadi Rum.

Things to do in Wadi Rum

Wondering what to do in Wadi Rum?

Wadi Rum 4x4 Jeep Tour

Wadi Rum is famous for its landscapes and unique rock formations that boast a myriad of colours that change with the sunlight throughout the day. The soft sand means difficult terrain, therefore the best and most popular way to access all parts of the Protected Area is by 4WD. Each vehicle has been modified to include comfortable seating on the rear tray, allowing visitors panoramic views of the impressive scenery as they travel through it. Guests have the opportunity to enjoy adventure packed tours, with numerous great photo opportunities.

Wadi Rum Camel Experiences

Camels have been used for thousands of years as the primary mode of transport. They are an important part of our history, connecting Asia to Europe through the Middle East. In recent centuries, shipping and trains have surpassed this traditional form of transport, however in Wadi Rum you can still experience this prominent part of our culture. Camel rides offer you a step back in time, giving you an insight into the development of international relations and trade, and how our world was linked. The Wadi Rum landscapes are a genuine representation of the Arabian Peninsula, as the junction of the three old world continents. Camel rides in Wadi Rum provides tourists with a safe and fun opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the region. The UNESCO World Heritage area has received appreciation for its natural beauty and is one the most memorable and picturesque landscapes to undertake this special experience.

Trekking, Hiking & Scrambling

There are a variety of hiking opportunities in the Wadi Rum region which include short walks through canyons, multi-day walks through the valley and ascents to one of the many peaks in the area. Depending on the time of year, the timing of these journeys is important, but we can assist in helping you customise your journey to suit your preferences. In addition to simple walking trails, there are also more complicated routes which require more technical scrambling.

Sunrise and Sunset time

Wadi Rum is often referred to as ‘Mars-like’ or unearthly, as the landscape mirrors that of another planet. The desert features a wonderful variety of red and yellow sands, combined with the dark tones of the gradient base of the surrounding mountains. Together, these colours create a magical scene, and is most impressive during the times of sunrise and sunset.

Wadi Rum Hot Air Ballooning

Our hot air balloon trips depart from the launch site each morning at sunrise. This requires guests to stay the previous night in the camp to ensure arrival at the launch site in time for sunrise. The balloon tours last approximately 2 hours, depending on the wind speed. Guests will return to the camp in the late morning for breakfast.

Petroglyph Tours

We offer a number of special tours, or add on activities, to maximise our guests experience in Wadi Rum. Our tours include local guides that have extensive knowledge on the history of the petroglyphs and inscriptions in the area, and who have worked on identifying, preserving and documenting these precious landmarks.

Wadi Rum Nomad Tour

Bedouins are famous throughout the world for their unique cultures and their abilities to survive in some of the world’s most extreme environments. Bedouin communities have inhabited Wadi Rum for centuries and have retained autonomy for much of that time. For this reason, Wadi Rum is the perfect place to gain exposure to the hospitality of the Bedouins. By staying in our camp, you will experience much of what it means to be a Bedouin in the modern world. To further enhance your experience, we offer tours that allow you to visit some of the remaining nomadic groups who live within the Wadi Rum Protected Area and continue to live like our ancestors.

Sandboarding

Sandboarding uses the same equipment as snowboarding and involves riding down a sand dune whilst either sitting or standing. The desert offers thrills as you carve a path down a sand dune. Wad Rum has several large, soft sand dunes that offer great opportunities for thrill seekers to get their fix while visiting the desert! The red sand provides opportunities for great photos, as riders kick up sand, while turning sharply in the soft sand.

Desert of a Million Stars!

Wadi Rum is elevated at 1,000 metres with clear nights skies majority of the year. This combination provides visibility for one of the best stargazing experiences in the world. By night, you get a clear view of the Milky Way streaking across the sky, and will recognise shooting stars and satellites passing overhead, plus an endless number of stars. We can help you spot planets and different constellations and provide you with the significance of different stars and their relevance in the Arab world.