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Wadi Rum
A journey to Wadi Rum is a journey to another world. It is a vast, silent place, where uniquely shaped mountains rise from the red desert sand. It is the largest of Jordan’s desert landscapes, stunningly beautiful with the brightly coloured sandstone rocks, sand dunes and the canyons.
Wadi Rum draws serious hikers and rock climbers, as well as people who want to experience the peace and quiet of this amazing landscape in a less arduous way. Camels and 4x4 vehicles can be hired to explore the desert from anything between a few hours to a few days. You could spend the night in a Bedouin tent, drinking mint tea or cardoman-flavoured coffee by the fire under the stars.
This area was made famous by the presence of the Arab Revolt and T.E. Lawrence in the early 20th Century but has lost none of its charm and fascination today.
We recommend staying in Bedouin style accommodation - Bait Ali Camp, Captain's Desert Camp or similar.
