Wadi Rum Short Tours
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 27 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Wadi Rum Short Tours worth booking?
Wadi Rum Short Tours is a 2-hour experience in Aqaba, Jordan, from $18 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (27)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $18 per person
Our jeep tours allow you to visit the most sites in the least amount of time as well as reach some of the far-away attractions inside Wadi Rum Protected Area. Even on our short tours, you get a good taste of our magnific
What you get
- English-speaking guides
- Bottled water
About this experience
Our jeep tours allow you to visit the most sites in the least amount of time as well as reach some of the far-away attractions inside Wadi Rum Protected Area. Even on our short tours, you get a good taste of our magnificent desert with its rocks, dunes, canyons, and big mountains. If you want to see the sunset, we can start the tour in the afternoon. You will be told historic meanings at some of the sites, and are highly welcome to ask questions about Bedouin life and culture. All short tours include stops at Lawrence's house, the big red sand dune, Khazali Canyon and Little Rock Arch. Depending on the option you choose, further activities like sandboarding, hikes, or camel rides might be included. Light lunch can be added after arrival for 5JD per person, and cooked lunch of chicken and rice for 10JD per person.
What's included
Included
- English-speaking guides
- Bottled water
Not included
- camel ride (short 1h camel rides can be added for 10JD per person
What you'll see and do
Wadi Rum Village
First we welcome you at our family house with a cup of Bedouin tea
10 minutes here
Lawrence's Spring
This site is famous for the 1962 movie Lawrence of Arabia. It is an important ancient water hole was used by travelers passing the area in the old days.
20 minutes here
Wadi Rum Protected Area
sand dune: climb up the big red sand dune, enjoy the view, and have fun running and jumping down again if you like
25 minutes here
Jebel Khazali
This canyon has a lot of inscriptions from Nabatean times including signs for nearby landmarks etc. which we will explain and point out to you once we arrive!
25 minutes here
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Um Frouth Arch: This amazingly stunning rock arch you can scramble up and take pictures with you standing on its top!
25 minutes here
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Abu khashabah canyon This is an extremely beautiful narrow sandy canyon that you can walk through to the other end.
25 minutes here
Wadi Rum
Little Rock Arch The smallest natural arch in Wadi Rum, this rock bridge has beautiful panoramic views over the top of Kor al-Ajram, Jebel Rum and Khazali Canyon.
20 minutes here
Wadi Rum
Lawrence’s House Long before Lawrence passed through, Bedouins took shelter from wind and bandits in this old Nabatean station, set on caravan route from Hijaz to Petra and Damascus. Awesome views across the sweeping valley floor to Jebel Raqqa
20 minutes here
Wadi Rum
Anfeshiyeh Inscriptions This set of Nabatean inscriptions was etched to mark routes and give signals to passing travelers. Some point out the area’s water sources while others warn of its various dangers. Others show the winners of the winter camel races that once circled this mountain
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Aqaba
Continue for another 6 km after the Visitors Center. Please call/ text/ whatsapp us 30min before you arrive (or ask the staff at the Visitors Center to do so).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Continue for another 6 km after the Visitors Center. Please call/ text/ whatsapp us 30min before you arrive (or ask the staff at the Visitors Center to do so).
Options you can book
3h jeep+short hike+sandboard
short hike, sandboarding: Not only will you run down a big sand dune, but you can try sandboarding. A short hike Duration: 3 hours scenic sites with hike: Lawrence's Spring big sand dune Khazali Canyon with inscriptions Little Arch half hour hike through canyon
4h Jeep+sandboard+short hike
hike + arch + sandboarding: In this option, you will also get to try sandboarding, and you will hike through the narrow picturesque Abu Kashaba Canyon Duration: 4 hours deeper into the protected area: Additionally, we take you to Umm Frouth Arch, and Abu Kashaba Canyon, where you will do a 30min hike over rocks and sand.
2h jeep + 1h camel +sandboard
1h camel ride and sandboarding: You will not only run down the big sand dune, but also try sandboarding. A short camel ride makes your experience perfect. Salman tour: Lawrence's Spring, sand dune with sandboarding, Khazali Canyon (inscriptions), Little Rock Arch, camel ride back to village
5h jeep+1h camel+sandboard
more sites, camel, sandboardin: You will get to sandboard down the big sand dune, and even ride on a camel! This makes your experience complete and perfect. Duration: 6 hours additional sites: Additionally, we go to Um Frouth Arch, hike Abu Kashaba Canyon, and go to a nice viewpoint place to see Burdah Rock Bridge.
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wild Wadi Rum Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Physical effort
4 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
27 verified traveler reviews for Wadi Rum Short Tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great trip with a great stories
The experience was great and fulfilling. Guide told us a lot of great stories about the desert and about the Arabian revolt
via Viator
Amazing ride in the...
Amazing ride in the desert. Our guide customized our tour at our request. We had the best time. Strongly recommend
via Viator
A great and authentic Wadi Rum tour with a reliable and experienced guide
It was a wonderful tour! Before the trip, they let us park our car inside their yard so that we could be at peace. They also gave us tea and were very kind. The guide was very friendly to us, and showed us all the best locations in Wadi Rum. He also took extra water, as he understood that we, as beginners, did not calculate our needs in the desert. He also helped us climb rocks and suggested great places for photos. This tour exceeded our expectations!!!
via Tripadvisor
Wadi Rum’s beautiful scenery with history + camel riding experience
This was a fun experience! It was nice that it was my cousin and I on the tour because it allowed us flexibility on the activities we wanted to do/see. Our guide was patient with us since we sort of got lost and/or confused on how to get to the meet up spot. Once we got there, it really was a no brainer. He purchased us water and orange juice and on the way we went - first stop was a little further out where we had views of Wadi Rum’s scenery. We did a slight hike up a hill to get a better view of the place and took some pictures. This had amazing views! We spent a good amount of time taking pictures and he was referencing movies that were shot there. He then took us over to a spot where we were able to see drawings on the mountains that were ancient and gave us some history of the site and meanings of the drawings (I forgot what period he said it belonged to). Next was supposed to be boarding down the sand hill, but we opted out of that experience since we already did this activity else where. The highlight of this tour and I’m so glad we signed up for it was camel riding! This was such a cool experience! We were able to ride the camel from their holding place back to the town and it was just an experience! The camels (Susu and Fufu) were so cute (no, we did not get spit on either)! Make sure you listen to the camel handler and instructions! I misunderstood an instruction and fell off the camel getting off the camel (Fufu was already situated on the ground and I got tangled in the ropes trying to get off when he said to wait for him - that was my bad). We were on a schedule and this tour did exactly what we needed it to do during the time allotted. Again, our guide did amazing and he was so nice! He made sure we were comfortable the entire time.
via Tripadvisor
The only way I could be a better player than you
Excellent, brilliant, fanático. Very good value for the monies. Would very much recommend this to you if you’re looking to get into a new experience.
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
- $18 to $140
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Wadi Rum Short Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aqaba.
How much does Wadi Rum Short Tours cost?
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Prices start at $18 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 Short Tours 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 Short Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 27 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 Short Tours?
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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 Short Tours 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 Short Tours?
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Around 9 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 Short Tours 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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