Wadi Rum full-day jeep tour with overnight cave stay

Ride through red rock canyons, then sleep under the stars in a cave

A full-day jeep tour of Wadi Rum's desert landscape with an overnight stay in a traditional Bedouin cave near the village. You explore ancient Nabataean inscriptions, climb dunes for sandboarding, visit historic sites tied to T.E. Lawrence, and cross the Khor Al Ajram Bridge. Dinner and breakfast are prepared in the cave. A guide who speaks English accompanies the whole experience.

Step-by-step itinerary

Full-day Wadi Rum Jeep tour and cave stay

• Explore Wadi Rum desert landscape
• Visit historic water source
• See ancient Nabataean inscriptions
• Climb dunes and sandboard
• Visit Khor Al Ajram Bridge
• Discover T.E. Lawrence ruins
• Climb natural rock bridge
• Enjoy sunset at the cave
• Have traditional Bedouin dinner
• Overnight in Bedouin cave camp
• Breakfast in the desert camp

What’s included

• Full-day jeep tour of Wadi Rum.
• overnight stay in a traditional Bedouin cave.
• sunset viewing point.
• sandboarding on desert dunes.
• visit to Nabataean inscriptions and T.E. Lawrence sites.
• Khor Al Ajram Bridge climb.
• traditional Bedouin breakfast and dinner.
• fresh flatbread and salads.
• Bedouin tea.
• bottled water.
• live English-speaking guide.
• transfer from and back to Wadi Rum village.
• all camping equipment for the night.
• parking fees.

Times

• Every day 11:00 12:00 14:00 14:30

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Before you book

Group Up to 15 1 private ›

Live guide English and Arabic

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 2 with pickup ›

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Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Infant (under 6)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

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The experience

The tour starts with a jeep ride through Wadi Rum's canyons and rock formations. You'll see ancient Nabataean inscriptions carved into canyon walls, visit a historic water source with desert views, and stop at sites connected to T.E. Lawrence's time in the region. The guide points out the landscape and its history as you move between stops. Sandboarding on the dunes and climbing the natural rock bridge for panoramic views break up the driving.

As afternoon light shifts, you head to the sunset point to watch the desert change color. Once night falls, the guide prepares a traditional Bedouin dinner in the cave where you'll stay: fresh flatbread, salads, and local dishes served under the stars. Bedouin tea comes with the meal. You sleep in the cave, equipped with what you need for the night, and wake to breakfast before the return drive to Wadi Rum village.

Transfer from Wadi Rum village is included, as is bottled water throughout the day. The guide speaks English fluently and can also guide in Arabic. The cave stay is simple and authentic rather than luxurious, suited to travelers comfortable with a desert night in a traditional setting.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (under 6).

What exactly is the cave where we sleep? Is it a tent or an actual rock shelter?

The cave is a traditional Bedouin cave site, a simple natural shelter equipped with bedding and camping essentials for the night. It's not a tent. You're sleeping inside an actual rock formation in the desert.

Do we get time to climb the rock bridge and try sandboarding, or are those quick stops?

Both are included as part of the full-day itinerary. You climb the natural rock bridge for panoramic views and have time to sandboard on the dunes. The guide builds these into the day's route.

What are the ancient Nabataean inscriptions? Are they easy to see from the jeep?

Nabataean inscriptions are carved into the canyon walls throughout Wadi Rum, left by the ancient traders who traveled these routes. The jeep stops at sites where you can see them clearly and the guide explains their history.

Is the food vegetarian, or does it include meat?

The traditional Bedouin meals include both options. Dinner and breakfast feature fresh flatbread, salads, and local dishes prepared by your guide. You can discuss dietary preferences when booking.

How far is the drive back to Wadi Rum village in the morning, and what time do we leave the cave?

The return transfer is included and takes you back to Wadi Rum village after breakfast. The exact departure time is confirmed when you book, allowing time to pack up and start the drive in daylight.