Jordan activities

Jordan is a unique destination offering countless activities that can provide visitors with inspiration, motivation, and rejuvenation. From riding pure bred Arabian horses through the towering mountains and horizon-touching plains of Wadi Rum to the magical experience of canyoning where there are no traces of other canyoneers and the waters are clear and teeming with life.

Canyoning
Water is a very precious resource in Jordan. Rivers that run all year round are rare and it is just this scarcity that makes the experience of canyoning in Jordan so magical. There are both easy and 70m descents. Find out more about canyoning in Jordan

Cycling
From the wooded hills of the north to the stark mountains south of Madaba and the plains of the Jordan Valley, there is a wide diversity of terrain in Jordan ideal for cycling. Whatever your ability level - adrenaline junkie, mountain biker or leisurely road-tourer - you will find routes to suit your style. Find out more about cycling in Jordan

Horse riding
The most popular location in Jordan for horse riding is Wadi Rum, where several companies offer guided itineraries. Wadi Rum is a protected wilderness of humbling beauty, its 720 square kilometres of towering mountains and horizon-touching plains embodies the ageless romance of deserts. Find out more about horse riding in Jordan

Scuba diving
Jordan has a toe in the water of the Red Sea at Aqaba. Its total coastline is only about 27km long and 7km have been designated a Marine Park. There are 21 designated dive sites, sometimes only 60 meters from shore, with coral and a good selection of fish species. Occasionally, green turtles put in an appearance. Find out more about scuba diving in Jordan

Wadi Rum for families
The desert may not immediately seem an idea place for a family holiday but Wadi Rum is so enchanting that all ages fall in love with it. There is also a surprising amount to do including camel trekking, horse riding, hiking, Bedouin tours and camping. Find out more about Wadi Rum for families

Walking
Follow in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia and hike the majestic mountains of Wadi Rum, or see an Arcadian landscape of rural communities farming the same land that their families have for centuries by wandering the Al Ayoun Trail. Walking can take you closer to this beautiful land and people. Find out more about walking in Jordan

Adventure travel operator Rakan Mehyar explains why Jordan is a great place for adventure sports, and how it benefits the local community... "You can cycle from Petra on road or off road through a desert to Wadi Rum" [2:23]

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