Petra and Wadi Rum Trek in Jordan

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Average Review Rating: from 48 reviews.

Alexis Cole

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written June 2012
If you are thinking about getting away from the tourist trail and really experiencing the desert, the dramatic views and are willing to walk - this is the trek for you. The scenery was amazing, the night skies beautiful, the rock bridge exhilarating and Petra inspirational. Jordan is a lovely country, very welcoming, friendly people, fantastic food, lots to offer and definately worth visiting.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
It is hard to narrow down to just one moment - the walk down the Siq to Petra was amazing; I had no idea of the sheer size of the site. The desert views were probably my most inspirational memories - every view was dramatic and beautiful, the way the same view could change with varying light was amazing.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was fantastic. He was welcoming, friendly - made such efforts to ensure everyone was comfortable and was great at organising any help for our individual onward journeys if required. He had a sense of humor and was fun to be around. He had excellent knowledge of the history and facts about everywhere we visited, and was very enthusiastic to show us around.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The trip with Exodus was so well organised, our trip went like clockwork - we had everything we could need (within reason!!) during the desert trek and we felt safe and well looked after the whole entire time we were there. A really memorable and fantastic trip.
Claire Grogan

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written June 2012
A really top-notch trip with adventure, fun, camraderie and a good laugh.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
1. Camping out under the stars in the desert and being woken by the gentle breeze, only to gaze up and see the milky way right above us int he night sky.
2. Seeing Petra lit only with candlelight and a lone Jordanian musician the only thing breaking the silence.
3. The overwhelming kindness of the Jordanian people
What did you think of your group leader?
Our guide was called Salah, and he really made our trip. He tirelessly gave us opportunities for new experiences, and showed us kindness and thoughtfullness throughout our trip. Even towards the end he went out of his way to ensure we had a great time. We really couldnt have asked for anything more from him.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
1. Take a sunhat
2. Have a couple of days in Amman at the end
3. Definitely have a turkish bath
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I would really recommend this trip to my friends. And I would also recommend Exodus, for their professionalism and excellent customer service. Even when we had a 3am transfer booked to go to the airport on the way home, we were confident it was going to turn up (as has often not happened with other companies).
I know of at least one person who has booked this trip for september after hearing we were doing it, and im glad that spreading the word has helped another person share int he experience.
Emily Hanauer

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written April 2012
I was nervous going into the trip -- it was my first trekking experience. I was nervous about bugs, no showers, sleeping outside, difficulty of trek, everything!Within hours of the start of the trekk, my nervous dissappeared and I couldn't help but have an amazing wonderful time. I didn't want the trip to end.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
There was a day of "scambling", so minor rock climbing up the mountain. Everyone had different levels of experience and it was great seeing everyone work together and cheer each other on to make it up and down the mountain.
What did you think of your group leader?
Ibrahim was a really decent guy. He was authentic and told it to you straight. He had great insights into the Bedouin people and their history and wasn't afraid to share stories, opinions, and songs.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Bring wetwipes! You won't even notice the lack of showers ;)
Stefanie Rupp

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written April 2012
This is the trip for anyone wanting to get away from it all for a few days - no mobile phone signal, no Internet, no pollution in the desert and back to basics!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Sleeping under the stars in the desert, after a satisfying dinner sitting round the campfire, and well-deserved after a few hours of walking and scrambling! Spending the days eating, walking and napping when it was too hot to walk around lunchtime. Standing on any three of the Rock Bridges we climbed up to. Walking up to the Monastery in Petra. A Bedouin turning up at the camp with a gigantic keyboard and staging a little party for us.
What did you think of your group leader?
Danny was a walking history book (in a good way!) and knew everything anyone would ever want to know about Jordan. My favourite were his amazing (and according to him, 100% true) camel stories he told us around the campfire at night.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you have a dust allergy, take lots of tissues and some anti-histamines! Take a few days before or after the trip to go to the Dead Sea - it's really close to Amman and pretty much on the way back from Petra.
Laurent Gengler

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written April 2012
Trekking the Wadi Rum was amazingPetra is a must see
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The trek was the highlight
What did you think of your group leader?
Very good knowledge of the history of Jordan and the bedouin culture.
Very enthusiastic and always a nice story to tell
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I just can recommend this trip.
Maybe stay an extra day at Petra
Shanaka Sarathchandra

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written April 2012
Fantastic trip. Trekking through the Wadi Rum, sleeping under the stars.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Scrambling up to the arch of Burdah in the Wadi Rum, challenging but had fantastic views. Petra
What did you think of your group leader?
Great. Random camel stories..
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Appropriate footwear, a good book, possibly a star chart when staring at the night sky. Be prepared for slight chaos when departing from Amman airport - will take longer than you think.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
One day in Petra is just not enough.
Janice Angwin

PETRA & WADI RUM TREK

Written February 2012
This was a stunning week. Well organised and supported throughout.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Amazing desert scenery. Sleeping outside under the stars. Stories around the campfire. Scrambling up to Burdah rock bridge. Lovely food and plenty of it. The ancient city of Petra with its magnificent facades. Excellent group of people to listen to, walk with, laugh with, and be inspired by. The Bedouin who looked after us with great attentiveness.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader was Zuhair - we were his "tribe" and he was our Tribe Father! Zuhair was lovely, a real family man who looked after us, kept us right, told us many tales of long ago, and generally made our whole trip a great success.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
The organisation of the week was excellent, so you just need to make sure you have personal things you need: moist face/body wipes are great, and a flat toilet tissue pack is nifty. Hair washing not necessary - after 4 days everyone's hair is a bit messy - just wear a hat/scarf. You might like to take a small travel pillow, but thick foam sleeping mats are provided and are very comfortable. The food is plentiful and yummy, but if you think you might run out of steam, take one or two muesli bars. (I took some but didn't use them)
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Walking in Wadi Rum is on the flat, but walking in soft sand is slow and can be tiring. Scrambling up Jebel Burdah is not technical, and not exposed until the final part, where you can sit and watch others if you must, but that would be a shame. There are local people guiding to give you a pull or push if you find a step too high.
Ladies - I took a FUD (Shewee/Whiz) but didn't actually use it as there are places you can "wee" in the desert without any onlookers. If you decide to take one, be sure to practise first!! There aren't any washing machines in the desert!!
If you are unsure about this trip - do go for it. It is a wonderful experience, and you will be well looked after.