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Drive about 30km south of
the main Hotel Resort area along the coast, until you
reach the Mujib Bridge, where a small Nature Reserve
office is located. It is advisable to call in advance.
This is the only canyon generally known to newcomers to
Jordan. It is under the authority of the Royal Society
for the Conservation of Nature who organizes regular
visits there, which are strictly controlled and
supervised. It is a strenuous hike, with black cliffs
200 meters high, waterfalls and rock pools.
You would need ropes and abseil equipment which are
supplied by the RSCN, and are included in the price. It
is necessary to book ahead of time and places on the
trip are in great demand. The entrance is at the Dead
Sea Mujib Bridge.
Hiking Trails: The Reserve has two main hiking
trails:
1) The circular trail: allowing 4 groups a week with
maximum 25 persons per group, starts 3 kilometers from
the Mujib bridge along the Dead Sea and offers 5 to 6
hours of hiking and swimming through the Wadi Mujib
system.
2) The lower trail: also starts from the same bridge and
offers a 1 to 2 hour hike within the water system,
including a swim at the big waterfall. Life jackets are
provided by the Reserve's office. For those who
appreciate nature and adventure, a hike through the Wadi
system may prove to be a challenging exercise
rejuvenating the body and the mind.
Site for Campers:
A designated campsite is available with a hosting
capacity of 25 persons per day. It contains five large
tents, barbecue grills and toilets for visitors and
campers. A Reserve vehicle is provided to drop off
luggage while campers walk to the camping area.
For more information and booking at Wadi Mujib please
contact Wild Jordan:
Tel+962-6-4616523
Fax+962-6-4633657
email:tourism@rscn.org.jo |
