Wadi Rum Jeep Tour with Bedouin Dinner & Overnight Stay

Summary

Wadi Rum Desert Adventure: Jeep Safari, Bedouin Camp & Stargazing

If you want real adventure mixed with local flavor, this Wadi Rum jeep tour is for you. You’ll climb ancient rocks, slide down red dunes at sunset, eat Bedouin food under stars—and wake up surrounded by silence and wild beauty.

What’s the experience like?

Right after we hopped into the back of our guide’s battered Toyota, the desert air hit us—warm but not scorching, with that faint mineral smell you only get in Wadi Rum. Our first stop was Al-Khazali canyon. The walls here are covered in Nabataean inscriptions—our guide, Ahmad, pointed out one shaped like a camel that I’d have missed on my own. He said some of these carvings are over 3,000 years old. It’s quiet except for the wind whistling through the rocks and the crunch of sand under your shoes.

The drive to the rock bridge took about twenty minutes. You’ll see it before you arrive—an arch soaring above the orange sand, almost unreal against the sky. Climbing up is no joke; I was glad I wore grippy shoes and loose pants. It took us nearly three hours to reach the top (with plenty of breaks), but standing up there with nothing but silence and endless views was worth every step. If you’re not into heights, just watching others scramble up is fun too.

Later in the afternoon, we slid down soft red dunes—kids giggling as they tumbled down, adults trying not to eat too much sand. The color of the valley changes as sunset creeps in; everything turns this deep orange that makes your photos look fake. We stopped by Mushroom Rock next—a weird formation shaped exactly like its name. Ahmad explained how wind and rain carved it out over centuries. There’s a tiny tea stall nearby run by an old man named Saleh; his cardamom tea is sweet and smoky at once.

As dusk settled, we made our way to camp for dinner under a sky so clear you could spot satellites moving between stars. Dinner was simple—grilled chicken, rice with spices, flatbread still warm from the fire—but after a day outside it tasted perfect. I fell asleep listening to distant laughter and a stray dog barking somewhere beyond the tents.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Wadi Rum Landmarks

• Visit Al-Khazali natural site
• Pass by Rock Bridge (climbing 3 hours)
• Enjoy red sand dunes
• Pass by Rock Bridge
• See Mushroom Rock formation
• Climb Rock Bridge
• View rock climbing near Al-Ula

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for kids or older travelers?

Yes! The jeep ride is comfortable for all ages and there are options for easy walks or just relaxing at each stop. Kids especially love sliding down the sand dunes.

What should I wear or bring for climbing?

Wear sturdy shoes with good grip and loose clothes you don’t mind getting sandy. A hat and sunscreen help too—the sun can be strong even late in the day.

Are meals included? What kind of food is served?

You’ll get dinner and breakfast at camp—usually grilled meats or veggies, rice dishes, salads, fresh bread, plus bottled water throughout your stay.

Can I bring my baby or toddler?

Absolutely! Strollers work on most flat areas near camp and infant seats are available for jeep rides if needed.

What’s included

Your experience covers bottled water all day (trust me—you’ll need it), a hearty Bedouin-style dinner around the fire, breakfast in camp when you wake up to sunrise over the sands, plus your overnight stay under desert stars.