Physical Requirements
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Moderately Strenuous
- 5 locations in 11 days with one 1-night stay in Wadi Rum, several overland drives of 2-3 hours each
Physical requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 2-3 miles unassisted and participate in 3-5 hours of physical activities on most days
- Visit to the Dana Biosphere Reserve includes a 4.5-hour hike over uneven terrain
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Climate
- The climate in Jordan varies from cold to extremely hot. During the dry summer months of May/June through September/October, temperatures can easily get into the 90°s and 100°F in Amman. Temperatures between October and May usually range from the 50°s (in the mornings) to the 80°F. Like all desert climates, winter temperatures in places like Petra and Wadi Rum can drop dramatically after sunset, so you may wish to bring extra layers for nights, when temperatures can drop as the far as the high 40s (°F).
Terrain & Transportation
- Travel over city streets, rugged paths, cobbled streets and unpaved roads in some places
- We travel via air-conditioned motorcoach (no toilet onboard), pick-up truck (with bench seats), camel, and glass-bottomed boat
Flight Information
- Travel time will be 17-20 hours and will most likely have one connection of 3-4 hours
Accommodations & Facilities
- We spend 1 night in a desert camp in Wadi Rum featuring "bubble tents"
- Hotels feature a variety of Western-style amenities and personal services; all hotels include private baths