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Jordan’s desert is more beautiful than I could ever imagined. A highlight was visiting Petra on Good Friday and being escorted on our own away from the crowds around this amzing site for almost 3 hours!
Most Inspirational Moment
Climbing 800 steps, rounding the corner and glimpsing The Monastery in Petra for the first time in the late afternoon sun.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Brilliant, passionate, proud and perfect. Zuhair was outstanding.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Drink enough water. Take a decent hat. The scrambling is great fun but both of knees need to work properly. You can still do virtually all the climbing and opt out of the stone bridge traverse (NOT recommended if you do not have a head for heights). If you are over 6 foot, you wont fit into a tent. The 3/4 season sleeping bag they said I could borrow on site was more like a one-season. Take thermals and a hat to sleep out of the tent.
A sensational, well balanced and well thought-out trip!
Most Inspirational Moment
For me, the starry skies in the desert. I know that will sound odd on a trip that took it the magnificent sights of Petra but, most of all, I enjoyed the quiet peacefulness of the desert.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was Zuhair and he was very good. He kept everything running smoothly and possesses a wealth of knowledge about his country and the region.
Advice for Potential Travellers
(1) Because a lot of other reviewers had pointed out that sand gets in your boots I took and wore gaiters every day and that was very effective in preventing that particular problem. (2) Even if you're somewhat afraid of heights (as I am), make the effort to steel yourself to walk across the the natural rock bridge at Jebel Burdah ("the arch of Burdah"). (3) Learn some short stories! If you are fortunate enough to have Zuhair as your group leader he will regale you with stories and folk tales over the camp fire. It would have been nice if we could have returned the favour but we couldn't come up with anything remotely as in-depth or entertaining.
I would thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone with a sense of adventure. Jordan is an ideal introduction to the Middle East, it feels perfectly safe and the people are extremely helpful. The Wadi Rum itself has much more variety than I had imagined. This trip covers around 60km on foot, but feels relaxed and easy paced, which is ideal for people of all abilities.
Most Inspirational Moment
Climbing up to the Jebel Burdah rock bridgeSleeping outside under the starsThe evening camp firesThe feeling of open spaceEverything about Petra (except the donkeys!)The hospitality of ordinary Jordanians
Thoughts on Group Leader
Saalah was an excellent leader, who was constantly helpful and informative.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take several pairs of trousers, as you'll ruin a pair on the descent from Jebel BurdahDon't worry about the lack of facilities when camping in the Wadi Rum, it all makes the Turkish Bath in Petra more enjoyableTake plenty of warm clothing as it gets cold in the Wadi Rum at night, and don't forgot a head torchTake an astronomy guide, as the night sky is amazing
A thoroughly enjoyable trip. Great desert and rock scenery on the Wadi Rum trek. Ruins of Petra were a lot bigger and more spectacular than I was expecting. Jordan felt a lot safer than I had been expecting, given the troubles in surrounding countries.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the desert in bloom. (the recently ended rainy season meant that there were carpets of flowers across the desert sands).Climbing to the rock arch on Jebel Burdah. Best views of the trip and a bit of an adrenalin kick if like me you haven't got the best head for heights!The first candle lit views of the Treasury at Petra on the (optional) night visit.Seeing President Obama, though I expect Exodus won't be able to repeat this experience on future trips!
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader (Salah) and support staff were all very friendly and efficient at their jobs, and ensured the trip ran like clockwork.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't wear a new pair of trousers on the climb up Jebel Burdah - over a third of our group ended up with rips in their trousers from the rock.The scramble up Jebel Burdah is probably at the upper end of the challenging grade, but is only a few hours duration, and is well worth the effort.The wild camping described in the trip notes isn't as wild as we thought - a Portaloo followed us around for the week, and there were always comfy cushions to sit on for breakfast and dinner.
A very good trip to a fine (and safe) country. Give Jordan a try. The surrounding countries may be volatile but it is very different. Great walking.
Most Inspirational Moment
Getting up early on the last morning in Wadi Rum. Sitting on a huge boulder just outside the camp. Watching the rising sun ligfht up the rocky hills on the other side of the valley. A hot air balloon rising into the cloudless sky farther down the valley.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Salah did a very professional job. Always helpful with a good sense of humour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The descent from the Burdah rock arch involved interesting scrambling which was extremely destructive of several pairs of trousers!!A good hat is also vital to ward off the ever present sun.
Hot but workable days, spectacular landscape, great group of folk to trek with. Good fun setting up camp, gathering wood, eating great food and chatting till weariness dragged us to our tents and sleeping bags.
Most Inspirational Moment
Petra has to be the most a inspiring end to any trek but the nights under the stars were unforgettable.
Thoughts on Group Leader
The group leader had a difficult job with an over excited group of widely different ages but managed brilliantly.
This was my first trekking holiday and it was a fantastically fulfilling experience. It was very well organised and I will definitely be looking to travel with Exodus again.
Most Inspirational Moment
Tackling the climb up Burdah was a quite a challenge but the detailed guidance and encouragement given by our leader ensured that we all got up safely. The thrill of crossing the Arch of Burdah, (albeit on my hands and knees!) made the effort well worth it.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Saleh, our leader was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, considerate, immensely encouraging and always had a massive smile and great sense of fun.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The scramble up and down Burdah required a fair bit of pulling on rock and a pair of gloves would help protect hands.
A very enjoyable holiday with a good cross section of people. The biggest surprise was the weather which was a lot hotter than anticipated for November.
Most Inspirational Moment
Enjoyed the ascent of the Bridge at Burdah and my first experience of a Turkish Bath.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Had every confidence in the leader who was always helpful with a good sense of humour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for hot weather in November and remember the sunscreen. It was still warm at night. Wet wipes are probably the most useful things for camping in the desert! There is no need to carry much water as the back-up system from the jeeps was excellent and ensured that we always had plenty of water. Don't underestimate the difficulty of walking in soft sand and expect to have to empty your boots of sand on a regular basis!
A really top-notch trip with adventure, fun, camraderie and a good laugh.
Most Inspirational Moment
1. Camping out under the stars in the desert and being woken by the gentle breeze, only to gaze up and see the milky way right above us int he night sky.2. Seeing Petra lit only with candlelight and a lone Jordanian musician the only thing breaking the silence. 3. The overwhelming kindness of the Jordanian people
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our guide was called Salah, and he really made our trip. He tirelessly gave us opportunities for new experiences, and showed us kindness and thoughtfullness throughout our trip. Even towards the end he went out of his way to ensure we had a great time. We really couldnt have asked for anything more from him.
Advice for Potential Travellers
1. Take a sunhat2. Have a couple of days in Amman at the end 3. Definitely have a turkish bath
If you are thinking about getting away from the tourist trail and really experiencing the desert, the dramatic views and are willing to walk – this is the trek for you. The scenery was amazing, the night skies beautiful, the rock bridge exhilarating and Petra inspirational. Jordan is a lovely country, very welcoming, friendly people, fantastic food, lots to offer and definately worth visiting.
Most Inspirational Moment
It is hard to narrow down to just one moment - the walk down the Siq to Petra was amazing; I had no idea of the sheer size of the site. The desert views were probably my most inspirational memories - every view was dramatic and beautiful, the way the same view could change with varying light was amazing.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was fantastic. He was welcoming, friendly - made such efforts to ensure everyone was comfortable and was great at organising any help for our individual onward journeys if required. He had a sense of humor and was fun to be around. He had excellent knowledge of the history and facts about everywhere we visited, and was very enthusiastic to show us around.
