transportation
Other Locations
No direct buses from:
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Dead Sea
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Madaba
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Dana
Taxi options:
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Dead Sea – Wadi Rum: 110 JOD
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Madaba – Wadi Rum: 100 JOD
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Dana – Wadi Rum: 70 JOD
If you’re booking a stay in Wadi Rum, we can help arrange your taxi transfers—just let us know when you reserve.
🚗 General Tip: Rent a Car
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Recommended for flexibility and ease of travel.
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Roads are generally good, and driving is straightforward.
🚌 Public Transportation & Taxi Services
From Aqaba to Wadi Rum (1h – 69.2 km)
Bus:
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JETT Bus:
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To Wadi Rum Visitors Center: Departs 8:00 AM
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Back to Aqaba: Departs 6:30 PM from Wadi Rum Visitors Center
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Taxi:
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Aqaba (Downtown) – Wadi Rum: 25 JOD
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Aqaba Airport / Tala / Marina Bay Hotels – Wadi Rum: 30 JOD
From Wadi Musa (Petra) to Wadi Rum (2h – 112 km)
Bus:
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Morning local bus:
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Departs Wadi Musa: ~6:00–6:30 AM, arrives ~8:30–9:00 AM
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Price: 7–10 JOD (Reserve via your accommodation)
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JETT Bus:
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Departs Wadi Musa: 5:00 PM → Wadi Rum Visitors Center
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Wadi Rum to Petra:
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Departs 9:00 AM from Wadi Rum Rest House
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Taxi:
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Wadi Musa – Wadi Rum: 50 JOD
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Little Petra – Wadi Rum: 60 JOD
From Amman to Wadi Rum (4h – 320.9 km)
Bus:
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No direct service.
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Take a JETT bus from Amman to Aqaba, then continue by:
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JETT bus to Wadi Rum (8 AM or 6:30 PM)
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or taxi from Aqaba to Wadi Rum
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Taxi:
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Amman or Queen Alia Airport – Wadi Rum: 100 JOD
Jordan Pass/Entrance Fees/Tours/Payment Methods
🕘 Tour Start Times
🏜️ Full-Day Tours:
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Winter (approx. Nov–Feb): 9:00 AM
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Summer (approx. Mar–Oct): 10:00 AM
🏞️ Half-Day Tours:
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Winter: 1:00 PM
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Summer: 2:00 PM
⛺ Alternative Option:
You can arrive the evening before, stay in a desert camp or go wild camping, and begin your tour the next morning.
💰 Payment & Tips
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Payment is in cash (JOD) at the end of your tour.
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Tips are not included, but appreciated if you're satisfied with your experience.
🏜️ Arrival Process & Tour Start
📍 Step 1: Stop at the Visitors Center (Before Wadi Rum village)
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Location: Wadi Rum Visitors Center
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What to do:
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If you have a Jordan Pass:
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Park your car.
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Go to the office at the beginning of the building (on the side) to show your pass to the police.
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If you don’t have a Jordan Pass:
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Buy a ticket at the ticket office: 7 JOD/adult, free for children under 12.
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Then report to the police office (same as above) with your ticket.
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💳 Note: There is only one ATM, and it’s here at the Visitors Center—not in Wadi Rum village. Bring enough cash with you for the tour and tips.
📍 Step 2: Drive to Wadi Rum Village
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Location: Meeting point in Wadi Rum village
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This is where all tours begin and where you’ll meet your guide.
Weather in Wadi Rum
🌸 SPRING (March – May)
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🌼 Best time to visit – the desert is full of blooming wildflowers
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☀️ Day temps: 20–34°C
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🌙 Night temps: ~10°C cooler than day
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🌧️ Occasional rain and thunderstorms — bring a light rain jacket
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Ideal for hiking, tours, and photography
🔥 SUMMER (June – August)
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☀️ Hot and dry, with fewer tourists
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☀️ Day temps: Up to 40°C
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🌙 Night temps: 18–20°C
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🧢 Wear light, breathable clothing, sunhat, and sunscreen
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🌅 Stunning sunsets and quieter trails
🍂 FALL (September – November)
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🍁 Another top season to visit
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☀️ Day temps: 20–32°C
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🌙 Night temps: 8–16°C
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Perfect for camping under the stars, exploring, and comfortable hiking
❄️ WINTER (December – February)
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🌞 Mostly sunny, but expect occasional clouds, rain, or storms
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☀️ Day temps: 14–17°C
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🌙 Night temps: ~4–7°C
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🧥 Bring warm layers, thermal wear, and waterproof jacket
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🌧️ This is when Wadi Rum receives most of its limited annual rainfall (avg. 14 rainy days/year)
✅ Travel Tips Based on Weather:
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Spring & Fall: Best balance of comfort and natural beauty
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Summer: Only recommended if you’re okay with heat and want a quieter experience
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Winter: Gorgeous light and clear skies, but cold nights – pack accordingly
What to Pack for Wadi Rum
✅ Essential Gear for All Seasons:
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👟 Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
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🕶️ Sunglasses
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🧢 Hat or scarf (for sun protection)
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☀️ Sunscreen
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👕 Light, breathable clothing for daytime
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🧥 Warm clothes for the evening:
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Sweatshirt or fleece
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Sweatpants or long pants
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Jacket or windbreaker
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❄️ Extra for Winter (Dec–Feb):
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🧣 Warm scarf / thermal layers
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🧤 Gloves and warm hat
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🧦 Thick socks
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🛏️ Sleeping bag liner (if you're sensitive to cold)
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🧥 Insulated jacket
⛺ If You're Wild Camping:
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🔦 Flashlight or headlamp
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🔋 Power bank (for charging your phone – no outlets in the desert)
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🧻 Wet wipes or biodegradable tissues (for freshening up)
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🪥 Travel-size toiletries
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🫙 Refillable water bottle
Languages we speak
We speak Czech, English, French, and Arabic.
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For tours in Czech or French, please note that Alena is the only guide who speaks these languages.
She no longer lives in Jordan permanently and is only available during specific times when she travels to visit her Jordanian family.
Please inquire in advance to check her availability.
what can be seen in wadi rum village
📍 Nabataean Temple
Located at the foot of Jebel Rum, near the Wadi Rum Rest House, this temple is a remnant of the Nabataean civilization that once inhabited the region. It's a fascinating site for history lovers and those curious about the ancient culture of the area.
🔗 Learn more: Universes in Universe – Nabataean Temple
📍 Location on map: Nabataean Temple – Wadi Rum
💧 Ain Shallaleh (Spring)
Ain Shallaleh is a natural spring that has been a vital water source for Bedouin tribes for centuries. The area is peaceful and scenic, offering beautiful views of Wadi Rum village and ancient rock inscriptions along the way.
To reach the spring, start walking from the foot of Jebel Rum (about an 8-minute walk from the village) near a large concrete water tank. The trail follows the cliffside and takes approximately 20–30 minutes.
📍 Location on map: Ain Shallaleh Spring