Petra And The South, Jordan
Simple, hand-woven goat hair tents. Basic bedding. Shared bathrooms with cold showers are common in budget choices.
More structured tents or simple cabins, often with proper beds. Shared or private bathrooms with hot water.
Not within the Wadi Rum Protected Area. Closest accommodation of this type are in Aqaba.
Not within Wadi Rum. Found in nearby Aqaba if you prefer this lodging.
Transparent domes for stargazing. Comfortable beds, climate control, private en-suite bathrooms.
Unique pod-like structures, a futuristic accommodation style in the desert.
Some camps offer sleeping in a natural cave with basic amenities for a truly rustic experience.
With a licensed guide, pitching your own tent in designated areas is possible. Most tourists stay in established Bedouin camps which provide bedding. Find Camping gear online.
Wadi Rum's "neighborhoods" relate to proximity to the Visitor Center and the depth of immersion into the desert.
All areas, including Wadi Rum Village and camps, are very safe. Concerns relate to the natural environment: extreme heat, rare flash floods, and getting lost if venturing alone without a guide. The Bedouin community is known for hospitality.
All camps within the protected area use jeep tours for attractions. The Visitor Center is the main hub. Staying in the desert means tours start directly from your camp. Camps are generally peaceful; noise sources are other guests, generators, or occasional Bedouin music.
Booking your Wadi Rum accommodation and tour in advance is a good approach, especially during peak travel periods.
Find numerous camps on global booking platforms like Booking.com and Agoda.
For traditional hotels (outside Wadi Rum), consider options with IHG Hotels in nearby cities.
For budget stays, Hostelworld lists options in Aqaba. For vacation rentals, Vrbo or TrustedHousesitters are choices (outside Wadi Rum).
Wadi Rum provides a range of camps catering to different budgets and preferences.
Basic traditional goat hair tents; shared bathrooms; simple meals. Price: 15 - 30 JOD (per person/night, incl. Dinner/breakfast)
Private tents/cabins; en-suite or shared modern bathrooms; hot water; varied menu. Price: 30 - 60 JOD
Transparent domes/pods; private en-suite bathrooms; AC/heating; high-quality amenities; often buffet. Price: 60 - 200+ JOD
The significance resides in general Bedouin hospitality and the desert itself. Choosing any Bedouin family-run camp offers cultural experiences (Zarb dinners, Bedouin tea). Wadi Rum is typically a 1-2 night destination. For longer stays, arrange directly with a camp for extended rates.
Many smaller, family-run Bedouin camps offer great value. Consider highly-rated options like Mohammed Mutlak Camp or Desert Moon Camp for a genuine Bedouin experience at a lower cost.
Wadi Rum Bedouin Camp or Beyond Wadi Rum Camp. These camps balance comfort and tradition, often with better facilities than basic camps.
Memories Aicha Luxury Camp (Martian domes), Sun City Camp (unique "Martian tents" and panoramic domes), or Wadi Rum Night Luxury Camp. These offer premium amenities and glamping experiences.
Most camps welcome families. Mid-range and luxury camps often feature larger tents or family units. Seek camps with child-friendly activities like shorter jeep tours or camel rides. Wadi Rum Quiet Village Camp is often praised by families.
Wadi Rum is very safe for solo travelers. Most camps offer communal settings to meet other guests. Many camps arrange for solo travelers to join group jeep tours to divide costs. Wadi Rum Fire Camp or Wadi Rum Bedouin Camp are good for their friendly, social atmosphere.
Bedouin Tents offer the most authentic experience, from basic to comfortable. They connect you directly to the Bedouin way of life. Martian Domes/Bubbles are unique to Wadi Rum, capitalizing on the desert's resemblance to Mars, offering an unparalleled stargazing experience.
Formal homestays in Wadi Rum Village are not common. The camp experience itself functions as community-based tourism, directly supporting local Bedouin families. Wild camping is permissible with a licensed Bedouin guide; campsites are generally basic without facilities.
Not available within the Wadi Rum Protected Area. Closest are in Aqaba, approximately an hour's drive away.
Not available within the Wadi Rum Protected Area. Found in nearby Aqaba if this type of lodging is your preference.
While most camps run by Bedouin families, formal homestays in Wadi Rum Village are not a common tourist offering. The camp experience itself functions as community-based tourism, directly supporting local Bedouin families and their traditional way of life.
