Wadi Rum
4-Hour Jeep Tour
A four-hour journey through Wadi Rum’s red dunes, sandstone valleys, ancient inscriptions and distinctive rock formations, travelling by 4×4 Jeep with a local Bedouin guide.
01 · THE HALF-DAY ROUTE
Four Hours to See
More of Wadi Rum.
A four-hour Jeep journey gives the desert more room to unfold. Starting from Rum Village, the route moves through historic sites, red dunes, sandstone canyons and distinctive rock formations before returning to the village.
With eleven planned stops, the experience follows a broader sequence across Wadi Rum rather than focusing on only a few nearby sights. There is time to leave the Jeep at selected places for walking, climbing and sandboarding before continuing through the desert.
02 · The Route
Eleven Stops Across
Wadi Rum
The four-hour itinerary follows a longer sequence through the desert, combining historical landmarks, open red-sand landscapes, narrow canyon walls and natural rock formations.
01
Rum Village
Begin the journey from Wadi Rum Village before heading into the protected desert area by 4×4 Jeep.
02
Nabataean Temple
Start with a historic site near the village and connect the journey with Wadi Rum’s ancient past.
03
Lawrence’s Spring
Stop at this well-known landmark and take in the desert views around the sandstone mountains.
04
Wadi Umm Ishrin
Move into the red sand dunes for a climb and a chance to try sandboarding.
05
Khazali Canyon
Explore the canyon walls and see ancient Nabataean and Thamudic inscriptions inside the passage.
06
Small Natural Bridge
Climb the sandstone formation and enjoy views across Khor Al Ajram.
07
Lawrence’s House
Continue the route to the remains known as Lawrence’s House, another historic stop in the desert.
08
Mushroom Rock
Pause beside one of Wadi Rum’s distinctive naturally shaped rock formations.
09
Abu Khashabah Canyon
Walk through the canyon and enjoy another opportunity for sandboarding.
10
Um Fruth Natural Bridge
Climb the impressive rock bridge, rising around 20 metres, for panoramic desert views.
11
Return to Rum Village
Finish the four-hour desert circuit with a scenic drive back to Wadi Rum Village.
Route timing and the order of stops can depend on desert conditions and the pace of the day.
03 · A LONGER DESERT WINDOW
More time to move through the landscape.
The four-hour format is built around a longer sequence rather than a quick selection of sights. The journey can move from historic places to dunes, from narrow canyon walls to larger sandstone formations, giving each part of the route its own character.
The route also creates space for selected stops away from the Jeep, including walking, climbing and sandboarding at the dunes and Abu Khashabah Canyon.
WHAT YOU GET
What the longer route includes
- ✓ 4-hour 4×4 Jeep safari with an English-speaking Bedouin guide
- ✓ Unlimited bottled water
- ✓ Stops at the signature landmarks along the route
- ✓ Flexible route based on your questions and interests
BRING WITH YOU
- Comfortable, closed walking shoes for dune and rock climbs
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen — the desert is unshaded
- A light jacket for cooler air in winter
- Cash money — there are no card payments in Wadi Rum
What’s Included
- ✓ 4-hour 4×4 Jeep safari with an English-speaking Bedouin guide
- ✓ Unlimited bottled water
- ✓ Stops at the signature landmarks along the route
- ✓ Flexible route based on your questions and interests
What to Bring
- ✓ Comfortable, closed walking shoes for dune and rock climbs
- ✓ Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen — the desert is unshaded
- ✓ A light jacket for cooler air in winter
- ✓ Cash money — there are no card payments in Wadi Rum
Exclude
- ✓ Entrance fee to Wadi Rum (7 JOD)
- ✓ Personal expenses
- ✓ Tips
06 · Optional
Make the day longer.
These additions are available if you want to extend the desert experience beyond the four-hour Jeep route.
Lunch or Dinner
Add lunch or dinner at our desert camp for 10 JOD per person.
Sunset Viewing
Add sunset viewing in Wadi Rum for 7 JOD per person.
Camel Ride
Add a one-hour camel ride in Wadi Rum for 15 JOD per person.
Transportation
Private transfer to or from Aqaba or Petra can be arranged upon request.
Price
Choose the option that fits your group size for the Wadi Rum 4-Hour Jeep Tour. All prices shown are per person.
Solo Traveler
per person
Small Group
per person
Group Tour
per person
08 · Before You Go
Simple planning.
Simple arrival.
Meet us in Wadi Rum Village before the scheduled start. From there, your Bedouin guide takes you into the desert by 4×4 Jeep.
Questions before
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10 · Start Your Journey
Four hours gives Wadi Rum room to unfold.
From Rum Village to the red dunes, canyons, bridges and rock formations, experience a longer Jeep route through the desert without staying overnight.
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