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Admission to Wadi Rum Protected Area (per person JD5; children under 12 free) is
strictly controlled and all vehicles, camels and guides must be arranged either through or
with the approval of the visitor centre (no prior reservations necessary). You can also book
a camp here or a guide for hiking, scrambling or climbing (best to book in advance, espe-
cially if you want a particular guide).
Essential items to bring include a hat, preferably with a brim or a flap to keep the sun
off your neck, sunscreen, sturdy footwear and water. A heavy coat, scarf, hat and gloves
are needed in winter. If you are camping (including at the Rest House), bring a torch, a
book to read and a padlock (many tents are lockable).
The Bedouin are a conservative people, so dress appropriately. Loose shorts and tops
for men and women are acceptable around the Rest House, but baggy trousers/skirts and
modest shirts/blouses will save you sunburn and earn you respect from the Bedouin, espe-
cially out in the desert.
Police station ( 2017050) Located in the old police fort 400m south of the Rest House.
They will not receive complaints (go to the tourist police), but they will come looking for
you if you get lost.
Tourist police ( 2018215) At the visitor centre.
Visitor Centre ( /fax 2090600; www.wadirum.jo ; 7am-7pm) Situated at the entry to
the protected area, about 30km east of the Desert Highway and 7km north of Rum village.
This is where you buy your entry ticket to the reserve, book a 4WD or camel excursion,
organise accommodation at a camp and book a guide.
Getting There & Away
Car
The most convenient way to get to Wadi Rum as an independent traveller is by car. You
can hire a car in Aqaba and, if you intend to continue to Petra, you are well advised to
keep it for the round-trip. This will save considerable time and frustration trying to fathom
the limited public transport.
If you are accustomed to desert navigation and off-road driving in sandy conditions,
you could hire a 4WD in Aqaba and drive into the desert yourself, providing you state
your intention at the visitor centre at Wadi Rum and pay the JD2 (per person) entrance
fee. Do not attempt this if you have no prior knowledge of desert driving.
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