{"id":10558,"date":"2021-09-05T19:00:41","date_gmt":"2021-09-05T18:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/girlaroundtheworld.co.uk\/?p=10558"},"modified":"2023-06-28T20:02:45","modified_gmt":"2023-06-28T19:02:45","slug":"wadi-rum-guide-jordan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/girlaroundtheworld.co.uk\/wadi-rum-guide-jordan\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Complete Wadi Rum Guide, Jordan – Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Wadi Rum Desert is one of Jordan<\/a>\u2019s most famous and exciting destinations and a real must-see for every travel-aficionado. Red sand, rock formations, jeep tours and more – any visit to Wadi Rum is a complete adventure! Scroll down to find my complete Wadi Rum guide which will tell you everything you need to know before visiting, from the best sights to accommodations and some trust-worthy tours that you can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the way, Wadi Rum<\/a> is HUGE. You can easily spend a couple of days just roaming around and you still won\u2019t reach its end. Because of this, it\u2019s extremely important to choose your itinerary wisely – or book the right tour for your needs. And that\u2019s exactly why I\u2019m here to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get started, shall we?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Quick facts about Wadi Rum, Jordan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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300 square miles\/720 km\u00b2. Red sand dunes. Bizarre rocks. Wadi Rum Protected Area is not just beautiful and unique, it\u2019s also RICH in history! This place has been inhabited ever since Prehistoric times; in fact, there are many traces of the prehistoric Nabatean society here such as ruins and weird inscriptions. Nowadays there are no less than 600 Bedouins living here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you know about Lawrence of Arabia (the ’62 film<\/a> about T. E. Lawrence), then you\u2019re surely familiar with Wadi Rum’s alien-like landscape. <\/a>Speaking of which\u2026 did you know that this place is also called the “Valley of the Moon”? Yep, that\u2019s because of its overall out-of-this-world look and odd rock formations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And when I say that this is a desert – I really mean it! Other than sand dunes, there\u2019s only one settlement here, called Wadi Rum Village, where you\u2019ll find a visitor centre, some houses and some camps as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>When to visit Wadi Rum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wadi Rum Desert can be visited all year round, although certain times of the year will make for a much more enjoyable visit. The temperatures here can be quite extreme, being very hot during the day and very cold during the evening. For that reason, the main factor when planning a trip is the temperature<\/b> and Wadi Rum weather in general. Here are some useful guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n

HIGH SEASON<\/h3>\n\n\n

Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September – November)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The temperatures start to get warmer in March, ranging between 15-20\u00b0C. During early March, the evenings can still be very cold, so be wary of that. Early September is the most popular time to visit, as the temperatures are still high but bearable (around 35\u00b0C max), and you\u2019ll get a good amount of sunlight with relatively late sunrises to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n

LOW SEASON<\/h3>\n\n\n

Summer (June – August) and Winter (December – February)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During summer, the temperatures can get up to 40\u00b0C on some days. Don\u2019t worry too much though, as the tours usually adapt to the temperatures during the summer, but you\u2019ll need to be somewhat resilient to heat! In winter, the temperatures can get to around 10\u00b0C during the day but be prepared for cold nights. The bonuses during low season are that there are a lot fewer tourists visiting Jordan in general, prices will be lower, you\u2019ll have more accommodation options and you\u2019ll have many sites to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED READ: <\/strong>Complete Guide to Petra, Jordan – Best Petra Tours, Sights, Hotels and Tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>How to visit Wadi Rum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In case you\u2019re wondering how to visit this ah-mazing place, I have two words for you: organised tours<\/strong>. Period. Exploring Wadi Rum with local Bedouin guides is THE BEST way to go for an in-depth, hassle-free experience. A Jeep tour<\/strong> is the most common and efficient option. You can choose between a half-day, full-day or multi-day excursions. Most travellers doing day trips choose to depart from Aqaba or Wadi Musa. You can either book your tour on the spot at the visitor centre or book it in advance (my recommendation!). Tours start at 95 US$ per person for the half-day option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tours usually include hotel pick-up and drop-off, but you\u2019ll need to talk to your accommodation the night before if you\u2019d like them to prepare you a packed lunch. They\u2019re usually very friendly and eager to do it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from jeep tours, you also have the option of booking a camel ride (slower but a special experience), hiking and rock climbing tours or even balloon rides. Scroll down a little bit more and you\u2019ll find my recommended organised tours for each of these options!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP:<\/strong> I recommend doing your research into which landmarks in the Wadi Rum desert you would like to visit, as tours can be adapted to include the locations you\u2019d like to see. Not sure what you want to visit? Scroll down to find my list of main sites and attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Main sites and things to see<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wondering what to do in Wadi Rum in order not to miss anything important? Below are some of the incredible landmarks that I visited (and you should consider visiting too) during my trip to the Wadi Rum Protected Area:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BURDAH ROCK BRIDGE<\/h3>\n\n\n

There are plenty of rock bridges around the desert, but the Burdah Rock Bridge is definitely the most beautiful and striking one – and the biggest as well! It\u2019s 80m high and it will take you a bit of energy and attention to climb up to it. But it\u2019s definitely worth it!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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UM FRUTH ROCK BRIDGE<\/h3>\n\n\n

Yes, another one! This one\u2019s not as high as Burdah, as it only has 15 meters in height, but it\u2019s still picture-perfect!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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SEVEN PILLARS OF WISDOM<\/h3>\n\n\n

I think you can already see that there are many T. E. Lawrence around here! This is both the name of this author\u2019s famous book and an impressive rock formation because of its shape – it looks like little crowded towers. If you ask me, this is one of the most iconic sights around and I\u2019m sure you\u2019ve seen it in many pictures before!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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MUSHROOM ROCK<\/h3>\n\n\n

This one\u2019s pretty self-explanatory – it\u2019s a unique rock that looks exactly like a mushroom! Tourists usually flock around it to take funny pictures, so it has become quite a popular landmark around the area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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LAWRENCE’S HOUSE<\/h3>\n\n\n

Yep, another T. E. Lawrence reference, my friends! This rock structure got its name because it is said that the author slept in this exact spot during his adventure in Wadi Rum. But the local Bedouin people call it something along the lines of \u201cSmall Palace\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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KHAZALI SIQ \/ KHAZALI CANYON<\/h3>\n\n\n

This is an easy-to-access, narrow canyon that you can explore by walking for the first 100m. While you\u2019re there, admire the Nabatean, Thamudic and Islamic inscriptions and petroglyphs on the inner walls!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ANFISHIYYEH INSCRIPTIONS<\/h3>\n\n\n

I know I mentioned it before, but I have to say it again: you\u2019ll find an incredible collection of inscriptions and petroglyphs at Wadi Rum, on the sides of the mountains! Historians think that these inscriptions had religious significance, but they\u2019re still a mystery. What\u2019s sure is that they definitely reveal a bit about this area\u2019s history and culture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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EXTRA THINGS YOU MAY WANT TO ADD TO YOUR LIST<\/h3>\n\n\n