Wadi Rum
Jordan
A protected desert of red sand and sandstone mountains in southern Jordan, where T. E. Lawrence travelled and The Martian was filmed. Jeep tours by day, Bedouin camps and dark skies by night.
Best time to visit Wadi Rum
The best time to visit Wadi Rum is March to May, or September to November.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Adventure
- Region
- Middle East
- Budget
- $$ (moderately priced)
- Time zone
- Asia/Amman (UTC+3 in January)
- Coordinates
- 29°35′N 35°25′E
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.
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When is the best time to visit Wadi Rum?
The best time to visit Wadi Rum is March to May, or September to November.
How expensive is Wadi Rum?
Wadi Rum is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Wadi Rum known for?
Wadi Rum is known for desert camps, rock arches and stargazing. A protected desert of red sand and sandstone mountains in southern Jordan, where T. E. Lawrence travelled and The Martian was filmed. Jeep tours by day, Bedouin camps and dark skies by night.
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