Wadi Rum Full-Day Jeep Safari with Bedouin Lunch — Red Dunes, Rock Bridges & Sunset
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7–9 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate level of fitness is recommended — expect short hikes, some scrambling and walking on soft sand.
Overview
Race across red sand and clamber onto natural rock bridges on this full-day jeep safari through Wadi Rum. Local Bedouin guides lead canyon walks, serve a traditional fire-cooked lunch and finish the day at a secluded sunset viewpoint.
Wadi Rum Full-Day Jeep Safari with Bedouin Lunch — Red Dunes, Rock Bridges & Sunset
Select participants and date
The jeep rattles across a plain of rust-colored sand and sculpted stone, the engine a steady companion to the wind that seems to push the dunes into new shapes with every mile. By mid-morning the convoy drops into Khazali Canyon, where inscriptions worn into the rock whisper of caravans and pilgrims. Later, on top of Umm Fruth Rock Bridge, the valley opens like a map: coral-hued ridges, scattered tamarisk, and a horizon that refuses to sit still.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring ample water
Carry at least 2–3 liters per person — desert heat and wind dehydrate faster than you expect.
Cash for parking and tips
Bring small bills (JOD) for the 5 JOD parking fee at the Rest House, plus extra for souvenirs or a tip to your guide.
Footwear for mixed terrain
Wear closed-toe shoes with grippy soles for soft sand, rocky scrambles and canyon floors.
Sun protection matters
Wide-brim hat, high-SPF sunscreen and UV-blocking sunglasses will keep you comfortable during midday stops.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert lark
- Arabian red fox (spotting rare, usually at dawn/dusk)
History
Wadi Rum has been a corridor for human travel for millennia — Nabatean and Thamudic petroglyphs and the so-called Lawrence’s House highlight its role in trade and 20th-century history.
Conservation
The desert is ecologically fragile; staying on established tracks, carrying out waste and following guide instructions helps protect soil crusts, plants and archaeological sites.
Select participants and date
Adventure Hotspots in Aqaba
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction on sand, canyon floors and rocky ledges.
3L hydration system or bottles
Keeps you hydrated during long sun-exposed sections.
summer specific
Wide-brim hat & sunscreen
Protects against intense desert sun and reflective sand glare.
summer specific
Light windproof layer
Chilly evenings and sudden desert gusts make a lightweight jacket useful.
winter specific