Wadi Rum Jeep Tour & Bedouin Camp Overnight: Full Day Adventure

Summary

Jeep Safari, Ancient Sites & Bedouin Camp Stay in Wadi Rum

You'll explore Wadi Rum's famous sites by jeep, try sandboarding on red dunes, hike hidden canyons, watch sunset with Bedouin tea, and sleep under desert stars in a real Bedouin camp—all with local guides who know every corner of this place.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed stepping out of the jeep was the dry, mineral smell of the sand—almost metallic in the morning chill. We started at the old Nabatean Temple, where our guide pointed out faded carvings that most people would miss if they weren't looking closely. The place felt quiet, except for a couple of goats wandering nearby. From there, we bumped along to Lawrence's Spring. You can actually hear water trickling if you stand still enough—kind of wild for a desert this size. Our guide told us stories about Lawrence of Arabia hiding out here; honestly, it's easy to see why he picked it.

Khazali Canyon was next—a narrow crack in the mountain with ancient petroglyphs scratched into the walls. I ran my fingers over them (gently), feeling how deep some were cut. The air inside was cooler and smelled faintly of dust and stone. After that came the Red Sand Dunes—if you've seen Star Wars or Transformers, you'll recognize this spot right away. We tried sandboarding here; it's harder than it looks but worth every tumble. Little Bridge was a quick climb up for photos, then on to Lawrence's House—just some ruins now but with a view that makes you want to sit and stare for a while.

Lunchtime meant stopping under a rock ledge while our guide cooked chicken and rice over an open fire. The smell drifted on the breeze and mixed with wood smoke—simple food but so good after all that walking. Mushroom Rocks looked like something from another planet; we took silly photos pretending to hold them up. Burdah Rock Bridge is the highest one around—didn't climb it myself but watching others scramble up was fun enough.

Burdah Canyon gave us a chance to stretch our legs—a 40-minute walk through shadowy passages where you can hear your own footsteps echoing off the walls. At Um Fruth Bridge, I finally worked up the nerve to climb up for a picture (my hands were shaking more than I'd admit). As evening crept in, we reached the White Sand Dunes just as the sun dipped low—the light turned everything soft gold and pink. Our guide brewed sweet tea over hot coals while we sat in silence watching shadows stretch across the desert.

Back at camp after dark, showers felt amazing after all that dust. Dinner was served family-style under canvas—lots of laughter from other travelers swapping stories about their day. My tent was simple but comfortable; I fell asleep listening to wind rattling against the canvas and woke up early for breakfast before heading back to reality.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wadi Rum Jeep Tour and Bedouin Experience

• Visit Nabatean Temple
• Explore Lawrence's Spring
• Walk through Khazali Canyon
• Sandboarding at Red Sand Dunes
• See Little Bridge
• Tour Lawrence's House
• Enjoy Traditional Lunch
• View Mushroom Rocks
• Visit Burdah Rock Bridge
• Hike Burdah Canyon
• Climb Um Fruth Bridge
• Watch Sunset at White Sand Dunes
• Return to Camp for Dinner and Overnight

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for kids or older travelers?

Yes! The pace is relaxed and there's flexibility—our group had both families and older folks who managed fine with help from guides.

What should I bring?

A hat, sunscreen, comfy shoes (you'll walk on sand/rocks), layers for chilly evenings, and maybe a small backpack for water/snacks.

Are bathrooms available during the tour?

There are basic toilets at some stops and proper facilities at camp—but not everywhere in between since it's real desert out here.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

If you let them know ahead of time (vegetarian/vegan/allergies), they'll do their best to adjust meals for you.

What’s included

Your trip covers bottled water all day (trust me—you'll need it), sandboarding gear at the dunes, lunch cooked fresh by your guide in the shade, classic Bedouin dinner at camp plus breakfast next morning, endless cups of coffee or sweet tea whenever you want them—and friendly guides who really know Wadi Rum inside out.