What to Know About Going to Wadi Rum
Located in the Middle East, specifically in the Southern part of Jordan, Wadi Rum is a desert valley with a scenic landscape. The area is isolated and mostly uninhabited, making it the perfect place to escape to when city life becomes hectic and crowded. Keep reading to find out more about Wadi Rum and what you should know before booking a trip.
How To Get There
First, you will first need to fly to a nearby location. You can get to Wadi Rum from Aqaba, Petra, Amman, or the Wadi Araba border. Most of these cities offer buses either directly to or close to Wadi Rum, but if there is no bus available when you need it, you can always count on getting a taxi. You may even be able to negotiate a lower taxi price!
Types of Accommodation
Accommodation in Wadi Rum ranges from Bedouin camps to chalets to luxury tents. Depending on what you are looking for, you can have an authentic camping experience, a lavish and accommodating stay, or something in-between. There are even camps that let you sleep directly under the stars!
Climate
Since Wadi Rum is located in the desert, the climate is generally hot and arid throughout the year. Jordan is known for being one of the world's driest regions and often has sandstorms. Southern Jordan does not see much rain or snow, although it is possible, especially during January and February.
August is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 34 degrees Celsius. During heat waves, temperatures can rise to over 40 degrees Celsius. January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of 14 degrees Celsius.
Best Time to Go
Wadi Rum is a great place to visit year-round but offers the most sunshine from March to May and September to November.
The best time for hiking or climbing is October through April, and February is the best time to see the desert plants begin to bloom.
The busiest and most popular months in Wadi Rum are September, October, March, and April.
Final Thoughts
If you’re ready for a different type of holiday rather than going to a typical tourist hot spot and you’re interested in seeing one of the world’s most impressive desert landscapes, then Wadi Rum might just be the place for you! If you would like to have your getaway planned for you, consider joining Wander and Soul’s Travel Club, where we will craft the perfect one-of-a-kind vacation for you, even if you don’t know what it is that you want yet! Remember, how you travel matters. It’s not just where you go, but how the journey shapes you! Learn more about all the amazing perks of becoming a member of our Travel Club here.