Outdoors in Jordan

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outdoors in Jordan : the essentials

Deserts in Aqaba

Wadi Rum Desert

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The Wadi Rum Desert, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is a very special place for me and one that no visitor to Jordan should

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Canyons in Petra

The Siq (Petra)

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You can reach the ancient city many different ways: on foot, on horseback, or by carriage. I recommend that you go on foot, althou

Nature Reserves in Madaba

Wadi Mujib Nature Reserve

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The Mujib Nature Reserve is at some of the lowest altitudes in the world with an amazing setting by the east coast of the Dead Sea

Viewpoints in Petra

End of the World

From the monastery you can keep going, which, of course, you should!. A few steps away, you find a strange sign which reads: "All

Nature Reserves in Zarqa

Azraq Wetland Reserve

The Natural Reserve of al-Azraq, is in the eatern desert of Jordan. It is characterized by the presence of water wells that form n

Nature Reserves in Amman

Shawmari Natural Reserve

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It was created in the year 1975 by the RSCN as a breeding center for endangered animals. It occupies a space of over 22 square k

Rivers in Irbid

Rio Jordan

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Viewpoints in Petra

View from the Monastery

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Getting up to the Monastery of Petra can be a grind, but you really need to summon your strength and make the climb. In front of t

Viewpoints in Petra

Al-Khubtha Mountain

For my taste, this mountain is the best hiking option in Petra. This journey takes a little over half an hour and you're rewarded

Hiking in Petra

Wadi Muthlin

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Waterfalls in Madaba

Hammamat Ma'In Hot Springs

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Deserts in al-Karak

Deserto del Harra

Nature Reserves in Ajloun

Riserva di Ajloun

Nature Reserves in Dana

Dana Biosphere Reserve

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Deserts in Wadi Rum

DESIERTO

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Rivers in Amman Jordan

River Jordan

Activities in Jordan

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Petra Full-Day Private Tour from Amman

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starting from

65.27 £

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Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour

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starting from

164.16 £

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From Amman: Umayyad Desert Castles Tour with Transfer

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starting from

52.74 £

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From Aqaba: Jeep Tour to Wadi Rum Desert

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starting from

71.86 £

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From Amman: Private Day Trip to Petra with Pickup

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starting from

82.41 £

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