2-Day Jabal Rum Summit Trek in Wadi Rum via the Nabataean Route

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Climb Jabal Rum, one of the world's oldest known rock formations
• 02 Admire the unmatched scenic beauty of Wadi Rum
• 03 Ascend via the Thamudic Route, also known locally as the Nabataean Route
• 04 Camp near the remote summit after a serious scrambling approach
• 05 Descend to Rum Village through 7 abseils

Sign up for this adventure expedition to ascend Jabal Rum via the Thamudic Route, also known locally as the Nabataean Route. Enjoy a truly magnificent day out in the wild, surrounded by the unmatched scenic beauty of Wadi Rum and beautiful scenery from the remote summit.

Expect serious scrambling for about 2-3 km to the summit, with 750 m of ascent.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Wadi Rum

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrive in Wadi Rum and Ascend Jabal Rum

• Starting early is the key to reaching the summit. We will ascend 750 m, which will take 3-6 hours, sometimes more, depending on the participants' fitness.

• After we reach the summit, we hike for 1 hour to reach our camping area. Expect serious scrambling for about 2-3 km to the summit, with 750 m of ascent.

Time: 3-6 hours for the ascent.

2

Day 02

Descend to Rum Village via 7 Abseils

• Start early and continue our descent to Rum Village through 7 abseils. It takes about 4 hours, or sometimes more.

Trip ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Specialized Jordanian guides (2 or more)

• Gear - helmets, harnesses, ropes, carabiners, and friction tools

• Jeep transportation to the start of the route

What's Not Included

• Food and water (can be bought from the village)

What to bring

• Backpack 40-50L
• Drinking water (6 L)
• Snacks and hikers' food for the overnight stay
• Headlight
• Mattress and sleeping bag
• Tent (optional)
• Hiking shoes or good running shoes
• Comfortable clothes
• Toilet paper, wet wipes, and small plastic bags for trash
• Flip-flops for camp use

Know before you go

• You'll sign the "knowledge of risk" papers.
• Participants must be at least 15 years old to join this program.
• The maximum number of participants is 6 people.
• Our Jordanian guides are CPR-certified, trained in survival situations, and have extensive knowledge of our trail system.
• Don't venture out alone! We have everything you need for an outdoor adventure.
• All of our gear is from PETZL (the undisputed brand in vertical products) and BEAL (the leading brand in climbing, security, and rescue ropes), both certified by the International Mountaineering Federation: UIAA, EN, CE, and NFPA.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Wadi Rum Village, Jordan

Tour start

Wadi Rum Village, Jordan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.