Wadi Rum - Desert of a Million Stars!

Wadi Rum is best known for its natural beauty with its trademark red sand and unique sandstone cliff formations scattered through the barren desert landscape. Its location is on the fringes of many of the world’s greatest empires and is a hub of Bedouin culture. It holds a great deal of cultural significance with its old-world petroglyphs and UNESCO World Heritage attractions. Guests enjoy when the stars show their beauty over Wadi Rum Nights camp and consider it a highlight of their visit.

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.

The stars can be seen from within our camp where there is no light pollution and various comfortable viewing locations. Guests are free to move around the camp at their convenience during their stay, so they can absorb the impressive night sky performance.

Stargazing at Wild Rum Nights is so memorable, it is number 2 on our best things to do in Wadi Rum List!

Sleeping under the stars

We offer opportunities for guests to sleep around a campfire in secluded areas of the Protected Area. This can be incorporated into some multi-day activities but is also available to guests as a stand-alone experience. Whether you have limited experience camping in remote locations or you are a seasoned stargazer, this amazing experience can be enjoyed by all. The Wadi Rum Protected Area has many cave dwellings scattered throughout, and your guide will take you to an appropriate location dependent on weather, time of year and wind direction. We will provide you with all the equipment you require for a comfortable night’s sleep and your guide will cook you dinner over a campfire. You can share campfire stories with your Bedouin guide and search for shooting stars until you fall asleep. This memorable evening is something everyone should experience at least once!

What’s included:

  • Transport to/from remote sleeping location
  • Overnight guide
  • Campfire cooked dinner prepared by guide
  • Equipment to ensure all guests sleep comfortably

Options:
  • This can be packaged with other daytime tours and activities

Price: JOD40 per person*
(3ppl – JOD35, 4ppl+ – JOD30)
*Please note: minimum 2 people.

Learn the constellations and experience the wonders of the night sky

Wadi Rum provides one of the best locations in the Northern Hemisphere due to its optimal conditions. Many guests are astonished by the number of stars visible to the naked eye, providing an opportunity to stop and appreciate the simple beauty of the night sky. It’s possible to observe the Milky Way, occasional meteor showers and other activity. Additionally, guests can learn to identify constellations and navigational stars. We have created guides that our visitors can use to aid them in finding the famous formations that fill the night sky each night.

We provide introductory information about the basics of stargazing. Also, we have detailed information about finding specific constellations including the North Star, Big Dipper and Orion’s Belt. As constellations are only available at certain times in the year, you can use this information to learn which constellations you should be looking for. The explanations are detailed and provide additional key information and the history of the various constellations. We have a page that outlines the best constellations to search for and what time of year you are able to see them. If you browse this page, you will have a simple understanding of the stars and how to practice finding the constellations at home before you arrive to see them in all their glory.

Things to do in Wadi Rum

Wondering what to do in Wadi Rum?

Wadi Rum 4x4 Jeep Tour 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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! 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.