Wadi Rum Bedouin Adventure Jordan Jordan You follow the paths of the Bedouins and experience the diversity of the undoubtedly most beautiful desert in the world: the Wadi Rum. Constantly changing rock formations, sand and sandstone deserts in alternating, bright colors make this ride in Jordan a unique experience. The trails lead through impressive canyons and into the Disi Mountains. There is no plan, no map: here you rely on the millennia-old trade routes of the caravans. The evenings end comfortably around the campfire while the stars twinkle above you. Culinary you will be spoiled with falafel, humus and many other specialties. Another highlight on your trip is bathing in the Red Sea and the Dead Sea, pure relaxation in the saltyest water in the world. You can also spend a whole day visiting Petra, the pink rock city of the Nabataeans and a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Camping Ride with vehicle support Meeting: Madaba Airport: Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) Transfer: Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) Riders: Min 2 riders Max 10 riders Trip Brochure (PDF) Trip Rating

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Transfer and Other Charges:

Pick-up/ drop-off for this trip is from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman. Transfers from/to the airport is included and flexible in time.

Sample Itinerary: 10-day program (April to November) - subject to changes

Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival
Arrive in Amman, pick up at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Madaba.
Meals included: none
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba

Day 2 (Sunday): Petra
After breakfast (around 8am), transfer to Petra (3 hours’ drive) to visit this legendary site. Through the narrow gorge (the "Siq"), we walk up to the central temple, which was carved into a mighty rock face.
From the time of the Romans there are still some pillars left, the countless caves are still much older. An impressive play of shapes and colors awaits you.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Desert Camp near Petra

Day 3 (Monday): Beidha Ride
After breakfast it is time to get in the saddle. You ride through Beidha ("Little Petra"), the historic city of the Nabatean and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Desert Camp near Petra

Day 4 & 5 (Tuesday-Wednesday): Trade Route
Today, you start your ride from Petra through the mountains, heading east. You follow an ancient trade route for frankincense and herbs that were brought from the desert to Palestine. In the distance you can see the vast Wadi Araba and overlook the full extent of the historic city of Petra with its canyons and ruins.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping

Day 6 (Thursday): Bier Hammad Ride
Through the Bier Hammad region, we continue across the plateaus, where a gentle breeze usually provides pleasant air. Today you can look forward to good trot and canter routes. The steppe is now gradually turning into desert and you can already see the mountains of Wadi Rum.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping

Day 7 (Friday): Bedouin Village
You start the day with good canter opportunities. Later you will pass the Bedouin village of Disi. Enjoy your picnic lunch and siesta in the shade of the steep mountains.
In the afternoon you finally arrive at the Wadi Rum Conservation Area where you ride through the red sands of the scenic Um Ishrin Valley. Some part of the famous film "Lawrence of Arabia" were also filmed here.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight Camping

Day 8 (Saturday): Wadi Rum
Passing the red sand dunes in the valley of Anafisha and the ruins of the Lawrence of Arabia's dwelling place, you will reach Barrah Canyon. You can admire the Thalmudic inscriptions (including camels and other animals) on the steep rock face. Arrive at your picnic spot in the early afternoon. Then say goodbye to your horses and drive to a beach resort of Aquaba. There is still time for a stroll through town and a visit to the market.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Aqaba

Day 9 (Sunday): Dead Sea
After breakfast, drive to the Dead Sea (around 4 hours), the lowest point on earth at 400m below sea level. You can float in the salt water without sinking! Dinner and overnight in Madaba.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba

Day 10 (Monday): Departure
Breakfast. Transfer to Amman Airport and flight back.
Meals included: Breakfast

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Sample Itinerary: 9-day program (December to March) - subject to changes

It is possible to shorten this trip by 1 night. In case you choose to do this, you will follow the same itinerray as below except for the day at the Dead Sea.

Please, note that the Little Petra Ride is subject to weather conditions. In case this ride is not possible, it will be replaced by an extra day of riding in the Wadi Rum Desert.

Day 1 (Saturday): Arrival
Arrive in Amman, pick up at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Madaba.
Meals included: none
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba

Day 2 (Sunday): Petra
After breakfast (around 8am), transfer to Petra (3 hours’ drive) to visit this legendary site. On our arrival we leave our luggage at the hotel and then have the opportunity to visit this legendary site, accompanied at the beginning by a Jordanian guide (most of the time English speaking) until the exit of the Siq at Khazneh (the treasure). Then we are free to explore this majestic site on our own until nightfall.
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel near Petra

Day 3 (Monday): Little Petra Ride
After breakfast, meeting with the local team and allocation of horses according to the level of each participant. For our first Riding day, we discover "Little Petra" (aka Baidah).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Camp

Day 4 (Tuesday): Um Ishrin Valley & Lawrence's House
After breakfast, we set off for our first ride in the Wadi Rum Desert. We head south via Um Ishrin Valley and reach our camp for lunch, after 2 hours ride. During the afternoon ride, we will visit Lawrence house and Anafishia red sand dunes.
We then spend the evening at our Camp.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Wadi Rum Camp

Day 5 (Wednesday): Burdha Mountain Ride
Breakfast in camp, and then ride towards Burdha. Crossing nice sandy red dunes and beautiful stone sand canyons, we stop for lunch at the bottom of Burdha Mountain. Then, we ride on nice track with beautiful views on Wadi Rum red mountains.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Wadi Rum Camp

Day 6 (Thursday): Riding South
We set off for a 2-day riding excursion in the South. We will ride across Barrah canyons and pyramids, Um frouth natural arch, Ghazaly canyon, Lawrence wale, and much more.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Wadi Rum Camp

Day 7 (Friday): Last Desert Ride
After our last ride in the desert, in the evening, transfer to Madaba.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba

Day 8 (Saturday): Dead Sea
After breakfast at 9 am, transfer to the Dead Sea to enjoy a swim / float in the lowest spot-on Earth. Then, transfer back to Madaba.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Hotel in Madaba

Day 9 (Sunday): Departure
Breakfast. Transfer to Amman Airport and flight back.
Meals included: Breakfast





Non-Riders
Non-riding guests can join this trip on request. Hiking activities and camel rides can be arranged.

                                            Wadi Rum area

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High Temperature (°F)	58	62	68	77	85	90	93	92	87	79	69	60
Average Low Temperature (°F)	37	40	45	52	59	64	68	68	64	58	48	40
Average High Temperature (°C)	14	16	20	25	29	32	34	33	30	26	21	16
Average Low Temperature (°C)	3	4	7	11	15	18	20	20	18	14	9	5

Source: NOAA
 

Seasons
Jordan is blessed with a Mediterranean climate for pleasurable year-round travel. Amman is sunny and cloudless from May to early November, with average temperatures around 23° C (73 F). Rain falls in many areas across the country on higher ground between October and March.

Summer (June to August)
Amman and most areas around the country are not excessively hot, chiefly due to the moderating influence of altitude. Although days in summer can be hot, nights are often rather chilly. The Jordan Valley, the Red Sea Coast and the Eastern Desert can be extremely hot in summer however.

Autumn (September to November)
This time of year usually sees mild temperatures and pleasant weather.

Winter (December to February)
The Jordan Valley and the Red Sea Coast is warm during winter while most of the country can get quite chilly at times. The Eastern Desert can get bitterly cold and dry.

Spring (March to May)
Springtime brings optimal weather and landscape is generally lush with greenery due to the wintery rains.

Note: Jordan is an Islamic country, so in order to suit local behavior, one should keep shoulders and knees covered.

All luggage is transported for you by vehicle.

Clothing
- Riding equipment such as riding pants, helmet, boots, and half leg chaps
- Long sleeved shirts to protect against the sun
- Fleece/warm pullover for camp
- Broad rimmed hat
- Swimsuit
- Sandals for camp
- Light riding trousers

Equipment
- Sleeping bag
- Flash light with spare batteries
- Personal medications
- Sunglasses
- Small towel
- Soap and shampoo
- Sunblock
- Bum bags to protect items from sand
- Hat and light scarf
- Towels (for camp)
- Toilet paper (or just tissues) and a lighter 
- Solar batteries for camp as there is no electricity

Nice to have extras
- Seat saver to put on the saddle
- Lightweight camera with spare batteries
- Riding gloves
- Face cloth
 

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Accommodations
This is a wilderness ride, so nights are spent in a mixture of hotels and camping.

Description
You'll enjoy private bathrooms in the hotels and shared facilities while camping. WIFI is available at all hotel locations. Laundry is available in Madaba. Hotels are subject to change based on availability.

10-day Accommodation Itinerary - subject to changes based on availability
Night 1: Hotel in Madaba
Night 2-7: Camping
Night 8: Hotel in Aqaba
Night 9: Hotel in Madaba

9-day Accommodation Itinerary - subject to changes based on availability
Night 1: Hotel in Madaba
Night 2: Hotel near Petra
Night 3-6: Camping
Night 7-8: Hotel in Madaba

8-day Accommodation Itinerary - subject to changes based on availability
Night 1: Hotel in Madaba
Night 2: Hotel near Petra
Night 3-6: Camping
Night 7: Hotel in Madaba

Hotel in Madaba
This small hotel offers comfortable ensuite bedrooms, all equipped with a TV, a safe and air conditioning. There is Wi-Fi available at this property. Guests can relax in the small garden or go for a swim in the pool. 

Hotel near Petra
This modern hotel is located in the village of Wadi Musa. Each room features air conditioning, private facilities, a TV and free Wi-Fi access.

Desert camp near Petra
You will sleep in bedouin tents owned by a bedouin family. The tents are very comfortable and all feature real beds.
Facilities ae shared (1 building for men and one for women) and kept clean with hot water.

Camping
While camping, you sleep in tents with a mattress or under the stars (you choose). You need to bring our own sleeping bag as nights can be cold in the desert.
Water and shower tents can be provided on request. Toilets are outdoors.

Hotel in Aqaba
This property has a swimming pool on its rooftop, where guests can relax. The rooms are spacious and all feature a TV, air conditioning, free internet access, a safe and private facilities.

Room Occupancy
The single supplement fee is mandatory if we are unable to find another person willing to share a room with you.



Meals
All meals are included except for the lunch in Petra (Day 2) and the Dead Sea (Day 9).

The meals often feature traditional dishes with goat, sheep or chicken, often served with rice and vegetables. Hummus, local bred and fruits are also very common.
Soft drinks (water, tea and instant coffee) are included with meals but not in hotels.

Dietary Restrictions
We can cater to dietary restrictions if given prior notice.

Tack:		English with saddlebag
Horses:		Pure-bred Arabs & Anglo-Arabs
Pace:		4-7 hours in the saddle per riding day Going forward at all gaits | Walk | Trot | Canter | Gallop |
Level:		(3 to 5 out of 5)    Intermediate
Age:		Min 10
Weight:		Max 199 lbs
Riders:		Min 2 riders	Max 10 riders

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