Wadi Rum & Petra: 3-Day Bedouin Jeep, Scramble and Ancient City Tour from Eilat
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required—comfortable walking, some scrambling and 3–5 hour active days
Overview
A focused 3-day crossing from the Eilat border that pairs Wadi Rum’s jeep and scramble adventures with an immersive visit to Petra. Expect Bedouin camp nights, 4–5 hour jeep loops, summit scrambles, and a guided 3‑hour Petra walk.
Wadi Rum & Petra: 3-Day Bedouin Jeep, Scramble and Ancient City Tour from Eilat
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The first light in Wadi Rum arrives like a warm hand across the valley—sand and stone waking in the same slow motion. You step out of a low Bedouin tent and the desert inhales; a convoy of russet ridges leans into the dawn while the 4x4s hum in the distance. Over three days this route stitches two very different landscapes: the open, climbing deserts of Wadi Rum where sandstone bridges dare you to clamber, and the carved, intimate corridors of Petra where a narrow Siq leads to one of history’s most dramatic reveals.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Border timing
Allow at least 1–2 hours for Israeli exit and Jordan entry; your rep helps with visa-on-arrival but late crossings risk missed transfers.
Hydration and sun
Carry at least 1.5–2L of water per day on hikes and a sun-protective hat—shade is rare in Wadi Rum.
Footwear for scrambles
Wear ankle-supporting hiking boots for Burdah Arch and Jabal Al Hash; loose trainers increase risk on rocky scrambles.
Cash for extras
Bring Jordanian dinar for camel rides (≈10 JD/hr), tips and small purchases in villages—card acceptance is limited in the desert.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Red fox
- Desert lark
History
The Nabateans carved Petra into a trading capital that controlled incense and spice routes; Wadi Rum has been home to Bedouin communities for centuries and featured in Lawrence of Arabia narratives.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to follow marked routes and avoid climbing fragile sandstone surfaces; local guides help minimize impact by concentrating groups and using established camps.
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Adventure Hotspots in Wadi Musa (Petra)
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking boots
Support and grip for sandstone scrambles and uneven desert terrain.
1.5–2L hydration pack
Keeps water accessible during long jeep loops and hikes in hot conditions.
summer specific
Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
Protection from intense desert sun during midday exposures.
summer specific
Light insulated layer and headlamp
Desert nights get cold; a headlamp is useful at camp and for dawn starts.
winter specific