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Reviewed January 2012
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
I have been on this trip before, as had one other in the group: I think this says more than any number of ‘fantastics’ and ‘wonderfuls’. The peace and the space and the stars are balm for the soul; the sand, rock formations and skies make you stop and stare; Petra is deservedly a new seventh wonder of the world.
Most Inspirational Moment
Finally crossing the rock bridge on Mount Burdah. I have tried to cross it before, but had vertigo: this time I made it across! This was my high-light. The rest was just business as usual on the amazing scale. I forgot to add: a dog attached herself to the group and escorted us for the whole five days in Wadi Rum. By the end of of the trip she was our pin-up, appeared in most photographs and had a new name (Wadi) even though we suspect she is fickle and joins most trips :-)
Thoughts on Group Leader
Lovely and professional. Khaled was very knowledgeable about his country, the history, Wadi Rum, etc. He paid attention to everyone in the group and did little extras that made all the difference e.g. one night around the campfire he produced a bag of marchmallows for toasting. I appreciated the efforts he made to ensure I had vegetarian food (no mean feat). The best group leader I've had with Exodus
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do this trip - it is my favourite.
Reviewed November 2011
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
Great trip – some hairy moments climbing back down from the Rock bridge but I wouldn’t change anything.Zohair our guide looked after us very well and was an essential part of a fantastic experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
Sleeping under the stars, sun sets, clear skies without light pollution in Wadi Rum, seeing Petra from a great height rather than with the crowds. Meeting the Bedouin people - often smiling.Getting to know a great group of people on the trip and sharing our experiences with them.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Keep a close eye on your luggage, some of ours went on the wrong tour bus, it was returned within 20 mins though. Also if you are taking connecting flights luggage seems to easily go astray if there is a short time between connections. Take warm clothes for evenings around the camp fire ( early November ).It's well worth having the Turkish bath in Petra especially after four days in the Dessert without a shower!!I brought a large camping towel but didn't use it, body/wet wipes are all you need really. Take a buff scarf or two, I used mine every day.There is plenty of food and I found that it wasn't necessary to take energy bars etc.
Reviewed October 2011
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
Someone had said to me before I went to Jordan that I would fall in love with Jordan and I have to say after my trip there I have.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking and camping in the desert for four nights. The tranquility, scenery, group, food and nights round the campfire will stay with me forever as will Zain with his hubbly bubbly! Mastering the art of putting up a tent!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Hasan was a wonderful guide and did everything to make sure all of us in the group enjoyed our trip.Hasan has so much knowledge and passion about his country. His stories round the campfire kept us all amused.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Wet wipes! Ankle support walking boots are also a must due to one of our group getting injured due to boots with no ankle support. If you're a clean freak that can't cope without a shower for four days then this trip isn't for you.
Reviewed May 2011
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
The best part was at Petra: first by night and then "round the back from above".. but other highlights included sleeping under the stars, sunrise and sunset in the desert, just missing a sandstorm and ripping my shorts climbing down a steep rocky cliff. It was a taxing walk but really enjoyable and everyone was very pleasant.
Most Inspirational Moment
Petra at night
Thoughts on Group Leader
Very interesting and well organised man
Advice for Potential Travellers
Wet wipes are important
Reviewed February 2011
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
A great trip, the scenery in Wadi rum is incredible and Petra is a place everyone should see.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking through the spectacular scenery of Wadi rum.
Thoughts on Group Leader
It was Amer's first trekking group with Exodus, a very friendly and easy-going leader. He also had an encyclopedic knowledge of the area and it's history & traditions.
Advice for Potential Travellers
You don't see running water for 4 days and the toilet facilities are, um, primitive. Take wet-wipes, anti-bacterial hand gel and a good sense of humour.
Reviewed January 2011
PETRA & WADI RUM TREK
Petra was the magnet that drew me to going on this trip. It was sensational. Much larger than I had expected and so full of atmosphere. An experience I will never forget.
Most Inspirational Moment
In the evening, as we lay by the camp fire, looking up at the stars, waiting for a shooting star to fly past, the guide would tell us stories about Moses and his people as they wandered through this actual desert looking for a home. It was a living history lesson. And then of course there were the adventures of Lawrence.
Thoughts on Group Leader
An eccentric character that was very easy going. This worried some of the people on the walk
Advice for Potential Travellers
A relatively easy and throughly enjoyable walk. There is plenty of support and a vehicle is always on hand just in case.
