Wadi Rum: Bedouin Culture Tour with Bedouin Guide in desert Full-Day Jeep Tours _Sandboarding _Camel 1hour _Lunch
ID: GYG1296384-O-1987428
Category:
Country: Jordan
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore the Wadi Rum desert on a cultural tour. Visit the Arabian Oryx Reserve, see ancient petroglyphs, and learn about Bedouin customs and traditions.
Begin your adventure with a visit to the Arabian Oryx Reserve. See this rare animal in its natural habitat and learn about its importance in desert culture and efforts to protect it from extinction.
Next, head to the traditional Bedouin tents, where the people of the desert greet you with their well-known generosity. Learn about Bedouin customs and traditions, such as making Arabic coffee over a fire, baking shirak, and listening to true stories.
Continue your tour by visiting archaeological sites, such as ancient petroglyphs dating back thousands of years. Hear stories of the civilizations that passed through the region, as well as historical landmarks such as the House of Lawrence of Arabia, which is associated with the stories of Thomas Edward Lawrence.
Finally, explore natural rock bridges and red sand dunes, and learn about the traditional ways of life of the Bedouins, from camel breeding to desert mobility.
Highlights
- Discover the Arabian Oryx Reserve and see these rare animals up close
- Visit traditional Bedouin tents and learn about their daily lifestyle
- Explore ancient petroglyphs and historical landmarks in Wadi Rum
- Learn about Bedouin customs, such as making Arabic coffee over a fire
- See natural rock bridges and red sand dunes in the Wadi Rum desert
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking and camel riding, which may not be suitable for people with mobility impairments.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water to stay hydrated in the desert heat.
Wear comfortable shoes for walking on sand and rocky terrain.
The tour begins at the main meeting point in Wadi Rum village, where your Bedouin guide awaits you. The journey starts in the morning in a 4x4 vehicle to explore the highlights, including the sand dunes and unique natural sites. The tour continues until sunset, offering opportunities to observe wildlife and enjoy breathtaking desert scenery. At the end of the tour, you will return to the same main meeting point.
Wadi Rum Highlights
_Lawrence’s Springs
_Red Sand Dune
_Khazili Canyon
_Little Rock Bridge
_Lawrence’s House
_Stop for lunch
Lunch: A stop will be made at a secluded location during the tour for lunch, which your Bedouin guide will prepare amidst the distinctive desert atmosphere. After a relaxing break and enjoying your meal, the evening tour resumes with visits to more natural and tourist sites, culminating in a magical sunset.
_Mushroom Rock
_Burdah Rock Bridge
_Walking through Abu Canyon
_Sandboarding
_Umm Fruth Rock Bridge
_Sunset
INCLUDED
- Visit to Arabian Oryx Reserve
- Visit to traditional Bedouin tents
- Learn about Bedouin customs and traditions
- Visit to archaeological sites
- Explore natural rock bridges and red sand dunes
- Learn about camel breeding and desert mobility
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Transportation to Wadi Rum
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
