
easy
12 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable with short walks on uneven sand and stepping in and out of a jeep.
A full-day private transfer from the Dead Sea delivers you into the red-rock drama of Wadi Rum—Martian flats, narrow gorges and Bedouin hospitality—via a guided 4x4 tour with optional camel ride and extra jeep time.
You arrive at the rim of Wadi Rum as light thins and the desert seems to inhale. Wind smooths the dunes into rippled skin and sandstone behemoths—walls, arches, and towers—stand like weathered sculptures. The driver cuts the engine and the silence presses in: this is the place the Martian landscape in film-makers’ imaginations borrowed from.

The best colors and cooler temperatures are at sunrise or late afternoon; midday is hot and contrasty for photos.
Carry at least 2 liters of water per person—air-conditioned transfers don’t replace personal hydration on the dunes.
Sturdy walking shoes protect against hot sand and sharp rock when you explore arches or short canyon walks.
Book the Bedouin-guided jeep option and bring small cash for tea and tips to support the community.
Wadi Rum was a crossroads of caravan routes and later famously used by T.E. Lawrence during World War I; Nabatean and other ancient inscriptions dot the valley.
The desert ecological balance is fragile—stay on guide-recommended routes, avoid collecting artifacts, and support local conservation by using licensed operators.
Protects against intense sun and reflective sand during jeep stops and short hikes.
summer specific
Keeps you hydrated during the long transfer and while exploring the desert.
Necessary for short walks on uneven rock and sand; sandals are not recommended.
Desert temperatures swing—bring a lightweight jacket for early mornings or windy canyon exposures.
spring specific