Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 10 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide worth booking?
Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide is a 2-hour experience in Aqaba, Jordan, from $39 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (10)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $39 per person
These tours can be for 2, 3, 4, or 5 hours. The longer tours are able to visit more locations and reach further into the desert. Here you can find our recommendations for 2 and 5 hours tours. Others are in between, you
What you get
- English speaking Bedouin Guide
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
These tours can be for 2, 3, 4, or 5 hours. The longer tours are able to visit more locations and reach further into the desert. Here you can find our recommendations for 2 and 5 hours tours. Others are in between, you can customize them if you contact with us. A 2 hours tour would include: Wadi Rum Rest House - Lawrence Spring - Khazali Canyon - Red Sand Dune - Little Bridge - Wadi Rum Rest House A 5 hours tour would include: Wadi Rum Rest House - Lawrence Spring - Khazali Canyon - Red Sand Dune - Little Bridge - Um Frouth Bridge - Abu Khasabha Canyon - Lawrence House - Mushroom Rock - Wadi Rum Rest House Whether you can see all of these places depends on which tour you choose! Shorter tours are able to visit some of these locations, but not all. 1 hour Camel tour is optional for 20 JOD per person. Please contact us for further information.
What's included
Included
- English speaking Bedouin Guide
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Lawrence's Spring
Once you arrive there you can see a natural spring which is used by both the animals and Bedouins as a source of fresh water. This is a popular spot for camels to go to. Here, you can follow the pipe up the mountain to climb up to a few fig trees for a great view over the spring and the surrounding desert. Please note this is not an easy climb. Even though it seems easier going up, going down is much more difficult. Be aware you will be needing your hands and feet to hike and climb up the rocks. You can ask your guide for the best way up and down.
40 minutes here
Jebel Khazali
Short couple of minutes hike inside the canyon with old inscriptions on both sides. You can continue inside a little further, but it gets quite narrow and more difficult to hike and climb at places.
30 minutes here
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Drive through where "Lawrence of Arabia" was filmed on our way to the Sand Dune with 360 view. You can hike up this sand dune to the rocky outcrop. Then it's a short easy climb to get to the top. From there you get a 360 degree view of that part of the red desert. If you like, you can bring a board and slide down the sand dune or rent one from the tent nearby for 5 JOD. Opposite the sand dune is the place where they filmed “The Martian”.
30 minutes here
Naturally formed rock bridge you can climb onto. It's a short climb, but will require hands and feet.
30 minutes here
Lawrence's House
See the house where Lawrence of Arabia lived. You can also hike and climb up for a view here. It's relatively short with a moderate climb near the top.
30 minutes here
Drive through where “Aladdin” was filmed on your way to Um Frouth Bridge. Middle-sized natural bridge which you can climb onto. It's a moderate climb and descent. Then finally continue onwards to a prime location for a sunset view over the White Desert. Best view is a moderate climb up. However, from the smaller rocks the view is also amazing.
120 minutes here
About 30-minute hike, with a short moderate climb in the middle, through the canyon. One of the most stunning places in the desert. You will be dropped off at the beginning of the canyon and the jeep will wait for you at the end.
40 minutes here
Drive through where “Star Wars IX – The rise of Skywalker” was filmed on your way to Mushroom Rock. See the geographical wonder that is the mushroom rock. If you want, you can listen to traditional Bedouin music while drinking tea next to the rock. (When available.)
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Aqaba
You will reach the Wadi Rum Visitor Centre, where you will be asked to show your Jordan Pass or pay a 5 JD entrance fee, then continue down this road to the Wadi Rum Village. The meeting point is at the Wadi Rum Rest House. Upon arrival, please ask for your host Raad, who will pick you up in a jeep.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
You will reach the Wadi Rum Visitor Centre, where you will be asked to show your Jordan Pass or pay a 5 JD entrance fee, then continue down this road to the Wadi Rum Village. The meeting point is at the Wadi Rum Rest House. Upon arrival, please ask for your host Raad, who will pick you up in a jeep.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Magic Bedouin Star Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very relaxed
Very nice accommodation, with breakfast included. The tour is a bit expensive, but still worth seeing and the dinner also very delicious.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
A great experience
Thanks to the hospitality of our guide, we experienced the beautiful nature, lovely landmarks and local culture as best as we could as tourists. For our one night that we stayed as our group of four, the price was good and worth the adventure we got to live through. Humorous and lovely, our guide made the tour even better. I would heartily recommend this.
via Tripadvisor
Disappointment!
This is no longer the hotel that it was , 5 stars which has increased to 3 stars maximum , Grade 6 but that was the last time, too many cuts in everything.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Jeep tour
It was a fantastic experience, I would recommend them as the tour was swift, informative, lots of fun and worth every penny
via Tripadvisor
Lovely tour and exceptional tour guide
5/5 experience we had a lovely tour guide who took us to nice spots where we could take nice photos. He offered us water regularly and got a very nice lunch included as part of the tour. Would recommend to do this when in wadi rum.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $49
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Magic Bedouin Star Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.9.
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Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aqaba.
How much does Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Aqaba usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Aqaba is not rushed.
Is Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Aqaba, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Aqaba can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Aqaba and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wadi Rum Jeep Tour :Half or Full Day with Bedouin Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Aqaba within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Aqaba?
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On Outty we rank every Aqaba experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Diving Experience in The Heart of Red Sea in Aqaba, Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp, Diving, Snorkeling & Leisure Cruises by Boat. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Aqaba?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Aqaba?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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