Wadi Rum
& Petra
Beyond the conventional route. A small-group traverse through ancient sandstone mountains, remote dune systems and the extraordinary landscapes of southern Jordan.
Enquire About a PlaceInto the heart of the desert
Six days on foot through Wadi Rum's immense sandstone massifs, deep canyons and ancient dune fields. Carry your personal expedition equipment, establish remote camps and experience the desert well beyond the usual tourist routes.
Our standard expedition targets three guests for a personal small-group experience. Larger private groups of friends or people travelling together may be accommodated by arrangement, with an additional experienced guide and appropriate logistical support, subject to a safety and feasibility assessment. Planned water resupply and experienced local Bedouin support underpin the journey. Finish the desert traverse on foot at a luxury Wadi Rum resort, with hot food, showers, comfortable beds, swimming and a stargazing terrace. The following day, travel to Petra after lunch, with Petra by Night planned.
Explore the itinerary
Remote desert trekking
Planned cumulative ascent
Potential daytime temperatures; conditions vary
Nights beneath
the stars
Remote camps, extraordinary night skies and the silence of the desert. Your actual LRDS expedition photography tells the story.
Ten days in Jordan
An outline of the planned experience. Exact routes, camp locations and timings may change for weather, safety, permits and local conditions.
Arrive in Amman, settle into overnight accommodation and make final expedition preparations.
Transfer to Wadi Rum, meet the Bedouin support team, organise water and supplies, and begin the desert traverse.
Multi-day trekking across sandstone massifs, ancient dune systems and deep canyons, with remote wilderness camps and planned water resupplies.
Complete the desert traverse on foot, arriving at one of Wadi Rum’s most luxurious resorts in the heart of the desert. Celebrate the finish with hot food, refreshing showers, comfortable beds, swimming and a bar with a terrace for stargazing.
Enjoy the resort in the morning, then depart for Petra after lunch. In the evening, experience the atmospheric Petra by Night visit, subject to its operating schedule.
Explore Petra via its back entrance on a planned 20 km hike through the surrounding landscape and archaeological site.
Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.
Small groups.
Serious preparation.
These are physically demanding expeditions, not conventional sightseeing tours. Participants carry their own personal equipment, sleeping systems and food, with planned water resupplies and local support.
Prospective guests should be comfortable with prolonged walking, substantial packs, uneven terrain and remote camping. Participation is subject to a suitability discussion.
What's included
- Expedition planning and leadership
- Local Bedouin support and planned desert logistics
- Planned water resupply during the desert traverse
- One night at a luxury resort
- Two nights' accommodation in Petra
- Petra by Night experience
- Planned ground transfers and selected meals
Final inclusions will be confirmed in the booking terms before any deposit is taken.
What to prepare
- International flights (not included)
- Suitable expedition clothing and footwear
- Personal backpack, sleeping system and equipment
- Personal expedition food as specified
- Travel insurance suitable for the activities
- Fitness and readiness for remote desert travel
Visa/Jordan Pass arrangements and precise exclusions will be confirmed in the final booking information.
Dominic Piers
Philip Bolland
Founder & Expedition Leader — Long Range Desert Survey
Hello, I'm Dom, a desert expedition planner, guide and mountaineer from London, England.
I have planned and guided multiple expeditions across a wide range of terrains and environments around the world, developing extensive experience in expedition planning, navigation, fieldcraft and operating in remote locations.
My primary specialisation lies in desert exploration. Safety and preparation are fundamental to my approach: I meticulously plan expeditions, assess hazards and work closely with my experienced Bedouin team, combining expedition knowledge with their invaluable understanding of local terrain and conditions.
My ambition is to take people beyond conventional tourist routes into extraordinary remote desert landscapes through responsible exploration and thorough preparation.
From the Field
Original photographs from our expeditions through the sandstone wilderness of Wadi Rum and the ancient city of Petra.
Wadi Rum
Expedition Life
Field Discoveries
Petra
Enquire about an expedition
£3,000 per person · International flights excluded
Planned expedition months: March, April, October and November 2027
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