Wadi Rum Jeep Tour & Overnight Desert Camp Experience

Summary

Jeep Adventure and Bedouin Camp Night in Wadi Rum Desert

You’ll ride through Wadi Rum by jeep, climb arches and canyons, eat fire-cooked meals, and sleep under desert stars. It’s real adventure—no filters needed.

What’s the experience like?

Sand crunches under your shoes as you hop out of the jeep at Lawrence Spring. The air’s got that dry, mineral smell, and if you listen, you’ll hear the wind whistling through the rocks. Our guide, Sami, pointed out the spot where Lawrence of Arabia once filled his water bottle—he even showed us a trickle of water hidden by reeds. From up there, you get a wild view across the valley, all red and gold in the morning light.

We bounced over to the red sand dune next. I tried running up, but honestly, it’s harder than it looks—sand just swallows your feet. Kids from a nearby camp were sliding down on bits of cardboard, laughing like crazy. Then it was off to Khazali Canyon, where Sami traced Nabatean carvings with his finger, telling stories about ancient traders passing through. The walls are cool to the touch, even when it’s hot outside.

Lunch was a quiet break under a skinny acacia tree near Mushroom Rock. Sami set up a little fire and cooked chicken with rice and veggies—nothing fancy, but after a morning in the sun, it tasted perfect. There’s this smoky smell that sticks to your clothes for hours. After eating, I wandered off and found tiny desert flowers poking through the sand.

Later we scrambled up Little Arch for photos (it’s not as scary as it looks), then drove past Lawrence’s House—just some tumbled stones now, but you can imagine him hiding out here. We stopped at Abu Khashaba Canyon for a 40-minute walk; it’s quiet except for birds and your own footsteps echoing off the rock. By late afternoon, we reached Um Frouth Rock Bridge. Climbing up is a bit of a scramble, but worth it for that feeling of standing above everything.

Sunset is something else out here. The sky goes from orange to deep purple in minutes. We sat on a blanket with sweet tea while Sami told us about growing up in Wadi Rum. That night at camp, dinner was cooked underground—zarb—and we ate by lantern light. The stars were so bright you could see the Milky Way. I fell asleep listening to distant voices and the crackle of the fire.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full Day Jeep Tour Highlights

• Climb Lawrence Spring and admire view
• Reach top for panoramic valley view
• Explore Nabatean inscriptions in canyon
• Climb and photograph the Little Arch
• Visit famous desert sites and landscapes
• Visit Mushroom Rock around lunch
• View the big arch from below
• Walk through Abu Khashaba Canyon
• Visit Um Frouth Rock Bridge and sunset

Top questions

Is this Wadi Rum tour suitable for families with kids?

Yes, families often join us! Kids love climbing dunes and exploring canyons. Just let us know if you have little ones so we can help out.

What should I bring for the overnight camp?

Bring comfy clothes, good shoes for walking, a jacket (nights can get chilly), and maybe a small flashlight. We provide bedding and meals.

Are vegetarian or special diets possible?

Absolutely! Just tell us ahead of time if you have dietary needs—we’re happy to prepare something special.

What’s included

Your trip covers bottled water all day, lunch cooked fresh by your guide, dinner at camp (with tea or coffee), breakfast in the morning, and all transport by jeep. We take care of everything—you just show up ready for adventure.