Wadi Rum

Always remember to ask permission before taking photographs of local Bedouin people.

Always dress modestly when visiting an area inhabited by Bedouins. Their culture is very different to those of more liberal western cultures and skimpy shorts and tops will be considered disrespectful.

Also known as ‘The Valley of the Moon’, this is the place where Prince Faisal Bin Hussein and T.E. Lawrence based their headquarters during the Arab Revolt against the Ottomans in World War I, their exploits intrinsically woven into the history of this amazing area.Between dream and reality, a tourist darkest hours in Wadi Rum, which is also called Moon valley, because of similarities with lunar craters, and between high mountains in the region by engaging the visitor can see that purity of nature in the desert Arab, especially in the spring. area of Wadi Rum approximately 40 kilometers from the town of Aqaba, the highest mountain peaks in the south of the Levant and the mountains of Rum is exciting challenge for climbing enthusiasts, and visitors can walk in the paths of the valley, and penetrated far in the spacious Msarbh, or to group travel on camels and camping In the valley, in a special camp with all the necessary to stay comfortable and attractive to visiting the four-wheel drive car trips, and held in this region offers of balloons and airships, Tzachrv sky bright colors.

There are several options for exploring Wadi Rum. Visitors should head for the Visitors' Centre where, apart from visitors’ facilities, they can hire a 4 by 4 vehicle, together with driver/guide, and then drive for two or three hours into the Wadi system to explore some of the best known sites. Alternatively they can hire a camel and guide. The duration of the trip can be arranged beforehand through the Visitors' Center, as can a stay under the stars in a Bedouin tent, where they can enjoy a traditional campfire meal accompanied by Arabic music.

Once transport has been arranged, there are various excursions available - for example, a trip to Burdah Rock Bridge, the highest in Wadi Rum, via the Seven Pillars of Wisdom and many other interesting sights, is a full day by car or an overnight trip by camel. There are many alternative routes and information on these is available from your tour operator or from the Visitors' Center on-site.

The Bedouin people that inhabit the area still maintain their semi-nomadic lifestyle. They are hospitable and offer a friendly welcome to visitors, often inviting them to sit and enjoy a coffee or even a meal.