Wadi Rum: Full Day Jeep Tour, Bedouin Camp & Dinner

Summary

Jeep rides, fire-cooked lunch & a night under Wadi Rum stars

You’ll ride through Wadi Rum by jeep with a local guide, climb rock bridges, eat lunch cooked over open fire, watch sunset with Bedouin tea, and sleep in your own private tent under desert stars. Expect laughter over dinner and quiet moments that linger long after you’ve left.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t think I’d ever get used to that kind of silence — the way Wadi Rum just swallows up sound until it’s just you and the wind. We started in the village, where our guide Sami greeted us with this easy grin and a thermos of sweet tea (I spilled half of mine trying to climb onto the jeep, but he pretended not to notice). The first stop was Lawrence Spring — camels everywhere, their bells clinking softly while green moss glowed against red stone. The air smelled faintly of dust and mint from someone’s tea nearby.

Khazali Canyon felt cooler inside, almost damp. Sami pointed out petroglyphs — feet, antelope, some ancient script I couldn’t read — and told stories about caravans passing through here on their way to Mecca. At the Red Sand Dune I tried running down like the local kids do (failed spectacularly; sand in my shoes for hours). Lunch was cooked right there over a fire: vegetables, flatbread so warm it steamed in my hands, thick yoghurt I kept dipping everything into. There’s something about eating outside when you’re hungry from climbing rocks that makes even simple food taste better than usual.

Later we stopped at Little Bridge and Umm Fruth Rock Bridge — both more impressive in real life than any photo. Sami took our pictures from below while we tried not to look terrified up top. Somewhere between Mushroom Rock and the White Desert, time got weird; everything slowed down as light shifted pink then gold. At sunset he brewed more tea on the fire and we just sat on cushions watching shadows stretch across the sand. No one really talked much then — it felt like nobody wanted to break whatever spell was happening.

The camp itself was simple but comfortable: private tents with real beds (I’m still surprised how well I slept), showers that actually worked, and dinner around a big table with other travelers. Bedouin music played softly while someone passed around shisha and dates. Afterward we lay back outside looking for shooting stars — I lost count after three but kept searching anyway. If you’re wondering whether this day trip in Wadi Rum is worth it… well, I still think about that sky sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full day jeep tour and Bedouin dinner

• Meet at Wadi Rum Village Rest House
• Start jeep tour at 10:00
• Visit Lawrence Spring and explore
• Explore Khazali Canyon inscriptions
• Climb Red Sand Dune
• Visit Little Bridge and drink tea
• Climb Umm Fruth Rock Bridge
• Enjoy traditional Bedouin lunch
• Walk Abu Khashaba Canyon
• Visit Lawrence's House
• Explore White Desert area
• See Mushroom Rock formation
• View Burdah Rock Bridge from distance
• Watch sunset at viewpoint with tea
• Overnight in private Bedouin tent
• Enjoy traditional Bedouin dinner and evening activities

Day 2 — Breakfast and Wadi Rum Village drop-off

• Wake up and have traditional breakfast
• Drop off at Wadi Rum Village Rest House

Top questions

How long does the Wadi Rum jeep tour last?

The jeep tour starts around 10:00 AM and ends at sunset before heading to camp for dinner.

Is lunch included during the day trip in Wadi Rum?

Yes, a traditional Bedouin lunch is cooked outdoors by your guide during the tour.

Are transfers from Wadi Rum Village included?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at Wadi Rum Village Rest House are included in your booking.

What kind of accommodation is provided?

You’ll have a private tent at the Bedouin camp with modern showers and toilets available.

Can I join if I have limited mobility?

The tour requires moderate physical fitness due to walking and climbing at several stops.

Are vegetarian options available for meals?

The lunch menu varies daily but usually includes vegetables, bread, hummus, yoghurt—ask your guide for specifics if needed.

Is stargazing possible at the camp?

Yes, clear desert skies make stargazing one of the highlights after dinner at camp.

Can I book camel rides or sandboarding too?

Camel rides or sandboarding aren’t included by default but can be arranged on request—just ask your guide.

What’s included

Your day includes transfer from Wadi Rum Village Rest House to all sites by jeep with a local guide; bottled water and sweet Bedouin tea throughout; traditional fire-cooked lunch; dinner and breakfast at camp; overnight stay in a private tent with access to modern showers and toilets before returning to the village next morning.