
Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer
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Is Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer worth booking?
Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer is a 3-hour experience in Aqaba, Jordan, from $190 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $190 per person
Begin your day with a hassle free hotel pick-up an hour before sunrise to ensure you capture the stunning first light and have an unforgettable experience. The journey begins when professional pilots choose a unique take
What you get
- Roundtrip pickup service from Wadi Rum, Shakaria or Disah
- complimentary in-flight video and photos
- Jeep transfer
- Pilots and English-language safety briefing
- Sunrise hot air balloon flight above Wadi Rum Unesco Desert
- Guided Jeep Tour for 5 hours at Wadi Rum with lunch (If selected)
About this experience
Begin your day with a hassle free hotel pick-up an hour before sunrise to ensure you capture the stunning first light and have an unforgettable experience. The journey begins when professional pilots choose a unique take-off location based on the wind direction of the day, assuring security and safety as well as a compelling course across breathtaking scenery. Ascend into the sky and see the Valley of the Moon transform into a breathtaking panorama like Mars on Earth, unlike any other. Float effortlessly across the valley and soar over the land. Your pilot's experience assures a thrilling yet pleasant journey. After a smooth fall, prepare for a peaceful landing that will lead to an unforgettable moments and sip on complimentary light snacks, tea or coffee upon landing. Once completed, we will bring you back to your accommodation at no additional cost or continue the half-day 5 hour jeep experience depending on your tour option.
What's included
Included
- Roundtrip pickup service from Wadi Rum, Shakaria or Disah
- complimentary in-flight video and photos
- Jeep transfer
- Pilots and English-language safety briefing
- Sunrise hot air balloon flight above Wadi Rum Unesco Desert
- Guided Jeep Tour for 5 hours at Wadi Rum with lunch (If selected)
- Coffee tea, , juice, drinking water and light snack
Not included
- Entry to Wadi Rum Protected Area (7 JOD) or free with valid Jordan pass
What you'll see and do
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Wadi Rum is a protected desert environment located in the southern Jordan. It boasts stunning sandstone mountains and is famed for its red desert sand that resembles planet Mars and has been used by many Hollywood producers, with a land mass area of 74,000 hectares, listed as a combined natural and cultural monument, and is now home to a Bedouin tribe. Its history is told through 25,000 rock carvings and 20,000 inscriptions, which chronicle the growth of human thought and the early development of the alphabet. The site depicts the progression of pastoral, agricultural, and urban life in the region, which has never existed anywhere else on Earth. our hot balloon ride experience will starts from this point at sunrise, after pickup is completed and return to the same hotel if don't have any jeep tour with us.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Wadi Rum Village
Once the balloon ride ended, if you selected the jeep tour option, we will head to the Wadi Rum village and take a Bedouin breakfast with drinks inclusive. This is a time without activities and at customer leisure time until 10 am daily before the tour start.
120 minutes here
Wadi Rum Protected Area
Discover Wadi Rum's Unesco main attractions and ancient desert with our Half-Day 5 Hour Jeep tour, which includes access to approximately 7 sites as well as a Bedouin lunch on-site before end of the day. These highlights will include Lawrence Spring, Al Ramal Red Sand Dune, Khazali Canyon, Little Bridge, Lawrence House, Abu Khashaba Canyon and Um Frouth Rock Arch with our guide on board. once this concludes, we will return you back to the wadi rum hotel or car park with memories last for a lifetime.
300 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Hot Balloon Only
English and Arabic Speaker Duration: 3 hours: Includes transfer time and estimated 1 hour flight time Drinks Only Pickup included
Hot Balloon + Jeep Tour
Jeep Tour: Additional 5 hour jeep tour English and Arabic Speaker Duration: 11 hours: Includes transfer time and estimated 1 hour balloon flight, 5 hour jeep tour and rest time. Breakfast and Lunch + Drinks Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wadi Rum Fire Camp
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Any participant weighing more than 100 KG or more is free of charge, no extra cost.
- The activity is dependent on weather conditions. If the weather and wind are not appropriate, customers will be offered a new date or a full refund.
- Any children from the age of 5 and below are not permitted to participate.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $190 to $440
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aqaba.
How much does Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer cost?
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Prices start at $190 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 Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer?
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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 Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer?
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Around 0 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Wadi Rum Sunrise Air Balloon Day Tour and Hotel Transfer 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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