Wadi Rum Real Bedouin Life Experience
Experience the Bedouin Life of Wadi Rum
Live with a Bedouin Family in Wadi Rum experience the real Bedouin lifestyle in Wadi Rum. Stay with a local Bedouin family, share traditional meals, take part in daily desert activities, and discover the true meaning of Bedouin hospitality. This unique cultural adventure offers an authentic insight into desert life and is an experience you will never forget.
- Schedule : Available daily
- Start Time : Check-in at 10:30 AM
- Group Size : Max 4 guests
- Activity Level : Suitable for all, easy to moderate
- Duration : Two Days and Two Nights
- End Time : Last Day,10:00 AM
Wadi Rum Real Bedouin Life Experience Tour Itinerary
Your journey in Wadi Rum begins with an authentic introduction to traditional Bedouin life. This two-day, two-night experience gives you ample time to explore the stunning desert landscape and fully immerse yourself in local culture and traditions.
Upon arrival at 10:30 AM, you will be warmly welcomed at our office in Wadi Rum Village with traditional Bedouin tea. We will introduce you to Bedouin customs and traditions to help you feel comfortable during your stay with the local family. You will also receive a detailed overview of the program, along with time to ask any questions before your adventure begins.
After the welcome, we will drive together to the family’s home, located in the heart of the Wadi Rum desert. Upon arrival, you will be introduced to the family members and welcomed into their traditional Bedouin home. Here, you will experience true desert hospitality with coffee and stories. In accordance with ancient Bedouin customs and deep respect for privacy, men stay in the men’s section of the tent, while women stay in the women’s section to enjoy their own private space
During your stay, you will have the opportunity to take part in daily Bedouin activities that provide a truly authentic cultural experience, including:
Preparing traditional Bedouin tea and coffee over an open fire
Collecting firewood and helping prepare the evening campfire
Assisting in cooking traditional dishes such as zarb or mansaf
Learning how to bake bread on the saj or make traditional shrak bread
Joining a short walk to herd goats or camels with a family member
Helping provide water and feed for the animals
Learning how to wear the traditional keffiyeh (Bedouin headscarf)
Learning how to write your name in Arabic in a simple and beautiful style
Enjoying storytelling around the fire, listening to traditional Bedouin tales
Helping arrange the tent and seating area before sunset
This two-day, two-night experience allows you to truly connect with the desert, the Bedouin way of life, and their warm hospitality. By sharing traditional meals and stories under the vast starry sky, you will gain a deep cultural understanding, creating magical memories that will stay with you forever in your heart.
| ❗ Price Per Person | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | 120 JOD | |
| 2 Persons | 90 JOD | |
| 3 Persons | 80 JOD | |
| 4 Persons | 70 JOD | |
| Children under 11 years old | 50% discount | |
| Children under 4 years old | Free charge | |
Join Us for a Journey Beyond Tourism “The Wadi Rum Real Bedouin Life Experience is more than just a tour; it is an invitation to become part of our family for a moment. Whether you are drinking tea by the fire or learning the secrets of the desert, you will leave with a new perspective on life. Don’t just visit Wadi Rum—live it.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the "Real Bedouin Life Experience" different from a standard tour?
This experience is a deep cultural immersion rather than a standard sightseeing trip. You live directly with a local Bedouin family in the heart of the desert, sharing their traditional meals and participating in their actual daily routines. It is designed to offer an authentic insight into the Bedouin lifestyle and hospitality that goes beyond typical tourism.
Will we stay in a modern hotel or an authentic camp?
You will stay in a traditional Bedouin home (tent) located in the heart of the Wadi Rum desert. In accordance with ancient Bedouin customs and deep respect for privacy, the living arrangements are separated: men stay in the men’s section of the tent, and women stay in the women’s section.
What kind of traditional food will be served?
You will share traditional meals with the family, which may include iconic dishes such as Zarb (food cooked in an underground oven) or Mansaf. You will also learn to prepare traditional Bedouin tea and coffee over an open fire and help bake bread on a Saj or make traditional Shrak bread.
Can I participate in daily Bedouin activities?
Yes, the tour is highly interactive. Daily activities include:
Collecting firewood for the evening campfire.
Assisting in the preparation and cooking of traditional dishes.
Joining family members for short walks to herd goats or camels.
Helping to feed and provide water for the animals.
Learning to wear the traditional Keffiyeh and writing your name in Arabic.
Is this experience suitable for solo travelers or families?
The experience is suitable for all and is rated as an “easy to moderate” activity level. It is limited to a small group size (maximum 4 guests) to maintain an intimate and authentic family atmosphere. Pricing is available for individuals, and there are significant discounts for children (50% off for those under 11, and free for those under 4).