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76 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Mark Gilbert

Reviewed October 2017

Petra and wadi rum trek

A great trek thru the wadi rum desert,highlights of seeing Petra are amazing.Tour guide and helpers very friendly,would def recommend trip. Exodus needs to buy new tents,you have to put these up yourself but many were broken which upset some Trekkers,guide said he has relayed this back but doesn’t seem to get heard! Water is suppose to be supplied but we had to buy six bottles each,that’s 78 bottles so not eco friendly exodus? Especially when some of the rubbish is being burnt on campfire!!!!
All in all tho this trip is a big tick off of list and worth a go.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking thru and getting first glimpse of the treasury in Petra.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Was very friendly,socialised with the group and loved to tell camp fire stories at night!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Lots of walking thru sand which can be tiring so be prepared. Also it says that as an option take wet wipes,no no no,you MUST take wet wipes or for three days you will not be washing! Toilet is behind a rock you find and cover in sand after😏 but that's wild camping for you. Plenty of snacks as well.

Nicholas Kemp

Reviewed March 2017

Magical Jordan

Go to Jordan- many people expressed concerns when I mentioned my up coming trip, I can confirm my experience was full of warm friendly welcoming people and at no time did it feel unsafe. The Wai Rum was stunning and gave me a sense on peace that I have not found else where. The trek was well planned and at time’s informative with our guide providing useful information and a tale or too. My companions were diverse from all backgrounds and experiences, and wonderful company as we explored the desert. Walking on sand at times was challenging and the firm patches were welcomed when they returned. The distances quoted on the itenery were short on some days that might catch a few people out if 20-23k is no your idea of fun.

I really enjoyed the scramble to the rock bridge but I don’t think the trip note’s captured the heights involved which will catch out the average walker.

Most Inspirational Moment

The Wadi Rum and the wild camping is an experience of a lifetime Petra was everything I had hoped for

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was informative and helpful and had tales to tell round the fire at night

Advice for Potential Travellers

Brilliant experience and I recommend a hike through the desert, walking on sand is challenging as is the scrambling for beginners

Andy Nash

Reviewed March 2017

A desert adventure

A great trek in stunning desert scenery, followed by the amazing ruins of Petra.

Most Inspirational Moment

It's hard to pick a single moment but the relaxed tranquility of desert evenings around the campfire, with the stars shining brightly above, was very special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Zuhair was excellent: knowledgeable, thoughtful and entertaining.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring warm layers to sleep in as the desert is cold at night.

Margaret Naughtin

Reviewed February 2017

Petra and Wadi Rum trek

The trek was just what we expected – spectacular scenery, nutrious food and good company! Our guide Zuhair was knowledgeable and fun all the time.

Most Inspirational Moment

The climb to the Burdat(?) rock bridge - fantastic rock scrambling.

Thoughts on Group Leader

knowledgeable, considerate,

Advice for Potential Travellers

prepare for sand walking!!!

Timothy Lewis

Reviewed November 2016

Sand and rocks

It was only after my first few steps into the desert that I remembered how much I dislike walking on soft, moveable sand, but I guess that is to be expected in the desert! The chef worked miracles to produce huge portions of tasty food, seemingly out of nothing. The downside at the camp sites (for three nights) was the lack of a mess tent and somewhere to sit comfortably (we sat on cushions in a square around the fire, with no back support), and the toilet facilities: ladies to the left, gents to the right, dig your own hole and cover it up with sand. Ironically the longest day of the whole trek was the tour of Petra (20km). This is a hugely impressive place, tombs and houses hewn out of the solid rock and approached through a narrow canyon. We were taken past/into all the main sites, then returned by way of the High Place of Sacrifice, from which you get a stunning view of the whole site, but the downside was being constantly hassled by people trying to sell you things, and having to leap out of the way of passing pony and trap combinations, and passing camels. The hotels in Amman and Petra were fine, although it would have been good to know that the one in Amman was ‘dry’

Most Inspirational Moment

The highlight of the trek for me was the two hour scramble to the rock bridge near the top of Jebel Burdah (which the trip notes had implied was a brief scramble at the end to get to the bridge), returning the same way. Seeing and hearing about various aspects of Lawrence of Arabia's life was very interesting too. And the Turkish bath in Petra/Wadi Moussa is highly recommended!

Thoughts on Group Leader

We trekked for 50km in a strange, lunar landscape, with a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide, Zuhair Alzou'bi, who was a fantastic story teller, a great skill to have when you are sitting found the camp fire at night with nothing else to do. I have nominated him as tour leader of the year.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't go if you don't like sand! Personally I much prefer mountains, but the trip was a last minute replacement for a trek through the Simien mountains in Ethiopia and I'm glad I did it for the experience of the desert it gave me

Alison Cabrelli

Reviewed November 2016

Alison

The guide Zuhair was so very knowledgeable and open about Jordan its history,people and culture so the trip was mosr enjoyable thanks to his input.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking and camping in the desert and the ancient city Petra.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Superb. Careful of and attentive to his charges' needs and capabilities. Nothing was too much trouble for Zuhair, our enjoyment of all Jordan had to offer was his objective.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for the long bus journey to the Seven Pillars of Wisdom and the return journey Petra to Amman.

Sian Hayward

Reviewed November 2016

An amazing trek in beautiful scenery.

This was a trip arranged at very short notice as my trip to the Simien Mountains in Ethiopia was cancelled. I viewed it as a consolation prize but it turned out to be the exact opposite. The desert scenery was stunning, the walking was pitched at the right level and the itinerary was superb. The icing on the cake was that the whole group was lovely.

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved the desert scenery. I was expecting sand.... but I got beautiful imposing sandstone mountains and rocks which looked strangely like melting chocolate in places. So, the most inspirational part of the trip for me was the day spent scrambling up the hills to a rock bridge where a bit of a climb enabled me to stand on the bridge to make the most of the views. I also slept outside with amazing clear sky's full of stars.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was superb. Very knowledgable about the history and culture of Jordan but also had an amazing ability to check out how the group were feeling. He made the trip run very smoothly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You may wish to take a little more money than the trip notes advise. All meals were usually less than 15 dinars, but with snacks and tips I spent £150 altogether. Not a lot for a week away, but if I had wanted to buy presents (I didn't) I could have been left short of cash. Be aware that debit or credit cards are not widely used at all.

Graham Tully

Reviewed November 2016

Petra Wadi Rum Trek

A great intruduction to the Wadi Rum Region of Jordan with the added bonus of visiting Petra.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking in the desert and Petra.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Really nice guy , strugelled a bit with being assertive with his team.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Wild camping is exactly that - wild ; not glamping. So if you need running water and bathroom facilities this trip is not for you. On the other hand if you enjoy stepping out under the stars , book your place.

JIll Marquis

Reviewed April 2016

Amazing - I loved the desert

What an experience – trekking in the desert is like nothing I have ever done before. I loved the space, the quiet and the rhythm of the actual walking. The stars at night were unbelievable. The food for us veggies was excellent and really varied and tasty. I felt that I had grown by this whole experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved it all - but the actual walking in the desert was really the highlight for me - I didn't want to leave the desert on day five! Burdah Bridge was fun ( when I had struggled to get to the top). Petra is huge and awe-inspiring.

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had a very knowledgeable group leader who was passionate about his country. At Petra he was an excellent guide with all the historical facts at his fingertips. He also had a wicked sense of humour at times!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a large hat, suntan lotion, walking trousers with legs that can unzip, a good camera, numerous changes of clothes and a sense of adventure.

Julia Dolan

Reviewed March 2016

What a great trip

This was such a brilliant trip and exceeded my expectations. We had perfect weather with blue skies and sunshine but it wasn’t too hot for trekking. The desert scenery is simply stunning and takes your breath away – it really is spectacular. Petra is amazing but for me trekking in the desert and sleeping out under the stars was the highlight.

Most Inspirational Moment

I've got so many highlights from this trip. Sleeping out under the stars (who needs a tent) and getting up early to watch the sunrise was so much fun and I loved sitting around the campfire of an evening. Spending 4 days and nights in the desert is just an amazing experience and i really enjoyed every minute of it. The 800 step climb up to the monastery at Petra is well worth it for the views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Zohair, was very passionate about his country, its people and culture and this came through in all his stories. He was a good leader and even treated us to a guided tour around Little Petra even though this wasn't part of the itinerary.

Advice for Potential Travellers

They've underestimated what you need for tips and meals and things so I'd take more money with you than what's been recommended - or you can use the ATMs at the airport or at Petra. A visit to the cave bar in Petra is well worth it - try the local Petra beer.

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