Petra, the Wadi Rum desert, the Dead Sea… Jordan is actually quite diverse. And the best part: you don’t need weeks and weeks to see a lot, and it’s surprisingly easy to travel around. But before you leave, there are a few practical things you really need to know.
Hold up! Before you snap that photo of yourself reading a book while floating in the Dead Sea, there are a few things you need to know. Floating in salty water and slathering yourself with mud sounds like a chill spa day, but visiting the Dead Sea in Jordan is definitely not as relaxing and romantic as it looks.
Wadi Ghuweir tops pretty much every “most beautiful hikes in Jordan” list for good reason. The scenery is absolutely stunning: narrow canyons, a tropical oasis, crystal-clear water, and rock walls in the most gorgeous colors. To fully enjoy it, you need to know a few things. I’m happy to share my experience and tips with you!
When you think of Jordan, what image comes to mind? Desert, sand, ancient stones, drought? Absolutely, but there are also beautiful oases full of greenery, flowers, and flowing streams. And that’s exactly what Wadi Bin Hammad has to offer. You can hike through this wadi alone or with a guide in about two hours.
