2 Days. Wadi Rum - Rahayeb Desert Camp 2* + Camel Ride Tour
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Wadi Rum, Jordan

2 Days. Wadi Rum - Rahayeb Desert Camp 2* + Camel Ride Tour

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Created: Thursday, July 23, 2020 - Departure: Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Ref ID: 1029413
Total price From US$133
Created: Thursday, July 23, 2020 - Departure: Tuesday, September 1, 2020

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About the city

People have lived in Rum for thousands of years, struggling to survive in its harsh environment. They have been hunters, pastoralists, farmers and traders, as Rum is close to national borders. Even the famous Nabateans once occupied Rum, leaving behind several structures, including a temple. Local people gained notoriety more recently when they joined the arab revolt forces under the leadership of king Faisal and fought along with Lawrence of Arabia during the Arab Revolt (1917/18) to fight the occupying Turkish and German armies. Lawrence himself makes many references to Wadi Rum in his book ‘The Seven Pillars of Wisdom’, a title apparently inspired by one of Rum’s imposing mountains. The exploits of Lawrence have become part of local folklore, and some popular tourist sites are named after him, although whether he used these exact sites is open to debate. Virtually all the people living in and around Wadi Rum today are of Bedouin origin and, until recently, led nomadic lives, relying on their goat herds. They are resourceful, hospitable people who are largely responsible for developing Wadi Rum as a tourist destination. Recognizing the unique natural and cultural history of Wadi Rum and the vital importance of tourism to the local economy, the government of Jordan declared Wadi Rum a protected area in 1998. With support from the World Bank they commissioned the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, a national NGO, to prepare a conservation plan and build a team of local people to manage the area. This team is now under the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and is pioneering ways to restore and safeguard Rum’s sensitive desert habitats from ever-increasing human pressure.

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Rahayeb Desert Camp 8.6 Very good
Wadi Rum - At 12.0 km from the centerROOM ONLYWadi Rum, Disi, Protected Area, Wadi Rum 77110 Standard Tent, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, 1 Double Bed
Situated in a stunning canyon in the Wadi Rum Nature Preserve, Rahayeb Camp offers a traditional Bedouin experience. It has traditional tents with shared or private bathrooms, and common tents, where meals are served. Tents at Rahayeb Desert come with a carpeted floor, linens, and an extra blanket. There is a small desk and extra space to hang clothes and store luggage. Free WiFi is offered throughout the camp. Rahayeb offers easy access to major archaeological sites. Desert buggies, camel rides, and jeep safaris can be arranged. Guests can also enjoy yoga classes and body massages at the camp. After a busy day, guests can sit around the fire pit and listen to traditional Bedouin stories.
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