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Climb to Jabal Umm ad Dami—Jordan’s highest peak—then unwind with Bedouin cooking, star-filled deserts, and an overnight camp. This guided 22–24 hour journey pairs a challenging summit hike with cultural stops in Wadi Rum's White Desert and Qatar Spring.
Climb to Jabal Umm ad Dami—Jordan’s highest peak—then unwind with Bedouin cooking, star-filled deserts, and an overnight camp. This guided 22–24 hour journey pairs a challenging summit hike with cultural stops in Wadi Rum's White Desert and Qatar Spring.
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Operated by Wadi Rum Fire Camp · Wadi Rum, Ma'an Governorate
At dawn the desert breathes cool; a ribbon of jeep-track slips south from the Wadi Rum Visitor Centre and the horizon folds into low, crimson ridges. An hour’s drive—roughly 40 km—drops you deeper into the southern Wadi Rum expanse. When the trailhead opens, the silhouette of Jabal Umm ad Dami rises blunt and stubborn: Jordan’s highest peak at 1,832 meters, perched near the Saudi border. The ascent begins on stony slopes and scrub-scalloped gullies, and the mountain, patient and immovable, seems to test your pace with wind and loose scree.
moderate.
22–24 hours.
Suitable for hikers with a basic to good fitness level; expect sustained uphill sections and uneven terrain requiring balance and stamina.
The guided round-trip hike to Jabal Umm ad Dami typically takes around 3–4 hours depending on group pace and conditions.
Visitors should show a Jordan Pass if they have one; otherwise a 5 JD entrance fee is required at the Visitor Centre.
Yes—an overnight Bedouin camp with simple sleeping arrangements, dinner cooked under sand, and breakfast is included.
Yes—vegetarian/vegan options are available but you should request them when booking.
This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with significant cardiovascular problems due to altitude gain and sustained exertion.
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures; summers are very hot and winter nights can be chilly and windy.
Wadi Rum’s routes have long been used by Bedouin tribes and traders; many rock features hold names and stories recorded orally across generations.
Operators work with local communities to minimize camp impact—stick to marked stops, pack out waste, and avoid disturbing fragile desert plants.
Wadi Rum Fire Camp operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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