Arabian Wanderers

Day 1: Al Quaa aka the “Milky Way spot” - Stargazing, BBQ, games, telescope & camp

We will leave Dubai at 1 pm and head on a beautiful 2-3 hours road trip to Al Quaa, a secluded Abu Dhabi spot that offers out-of-this-world views of the Milky way.
We will then enjoy stargazing at the darkest place in the UAE with stellar views of the galaxy, constellations, planets and shooting starts.
We will then have the usual best bbq in town, drinks, card games, music, have some melting marshmallows on camp fire and camp under the clear skies full of stars.

Day 2: Sunrise, Bites, and Back to the City

In the morning, we will take a morning walk and watch the sunrise over the dunes.
We will then return to camp for breakfast.
Once we have finished breakfast and packing, we will leave for Dubai.

Price without transport: 500aed
Price with transport: 700aed

Including:

• A total of 2 meals including the famous best bbq in town dinner (mixed grill meat, chicken and beef, vegan/vegetarian burgers, hummus, bread, salad, snacks) & breakfast
• Beverages (Soft drinks, tea, coffee, water)
• Accommodation in single private tents (1 person per tent)
• Camp equipment (Chairs, lights, private tents, mattresses, Fire pit & wood for bonfire)
• Card games & karaoke
• Transportation from regular vehicles to the inside of the desert via dunes off-roading with 4x4 vehicles
• Transportation from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and back
• Adventure leaders - fun guides who know the ins and outs of Al Quaa
• Great people and great fun!

Excluding:

• A sleeping bag with a temperature rating that is 5 degrees less than the expected lowest temperature or a heavy comforter is required, we recommend to buy a high quality one from Adventure HQ to have a good night sleep or you can rent one from us for 50aed

Notes:

Day 1: Amman Airport – Amman City Tour – Petra Hotel

Ahlan Wa Sahlan! Welcome to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan!
Arrive on any flight before 10:30am or the day before to Amman, our representative will assist you on arrival with the immigration procedure.
Meeting time in Airport: 12pm

The ride to your hotel in Amman takes approximately 50 minutes. Begin your day with a city tour of Jordan's capital. Amman, also known as Rabbath Ammon in the Bible, is a vibrant modern city. The historical sites are situated downtown, where we will visit the Citadel, housing remnants from the Roman to the early Islamic period. Next, we'll explore the Archaeological Museum before strolling through the Souq, offering insights into everyday life, and finally arriving at the Roman Theatre dating back to the 2nd century, boasting 6000 seats. Afterward, we'll proceed to your hotel in Petra for check-in and overnight stay.

Day 2: Petra Visit

After breakfast, we will journey to the captivating red rose city of Petra, Jordan's most renowned attraction. Petra's origins date back to around the 6th century B.C., when it was established by the Nabataean Arabs, a nomadic tribe that settled in the region and established a thriving commercial empire that stretched into Syria. Accompanied by our adventure leader, we will traverse the canyon known as the Siq, leading to Petra's most iconic structure: the Treasury. Continuing along the Street of Facades, we'll explore the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. You'll also have some free time to explore Petra at your leisure, perhaps even climbing the 800 stairs to reach the Monastery El Deir.

Day 3: Petra Hotel – Little Petra – Wadi Rum 2 H Jeep Ride – Wadi Rum Camp

In the morning, we'll embark on a journey to the otherworldly landscape of Little Petra, where we'll explore Siq el-Barid, often referred to as the "Mini Petra," featuring its own modest gorge (Siq) leading to an array of intricately carved tombs and monuments. Following our visit, we'll continue our journey southward for approximately 1.5 hours to the protected expanse of Wadi Rum, renowned as one of the most striking desert landscapes globally. Here, traditional Bedouin communities still thrive, and on a thrilling 4x4 Jeep tour, you'll traverse through canyons, across sand dunes, and encounter ancient Nabatean rock inscriptions. Upon arrival at your camp, check-in and indulge in a delightful dinner amidst the tranquil desert surroundings.

Day 4: Wadi Rum Camp – Kings Way – Mt. Nebo – Madaba – Dead Sea Hotel

After breakfast, we embark on a scenic journey along the historic King's Way, an ancient caravan route of great significance. Our first stop is at Wadi Al-Mujib, a vast valley adorned with magnificent geological formations. Continuing our expedition, we arrive at Mount Nebo, the revered site where Prophet Moses beheld the Promised Land before his passing. Here, you'll have the opportunity to explore the ancient monastery and marvel at panoramic views encompassing the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and segments of the Holy Land. Our journey then takes us to Madaba, where we'll visit the renowned St. George's Church to admire its celebrated 6th-century mosaic map of Palestine. Finally, we proceed to your hotel by the Dead Sea for check-in, where you can unwind and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.

Day 5: Dead Sea Hotel – Amman Airport

After breakfast, we will collect you from the lobby of your hotel and drop you off at Amman Airport by 9 a.m. Bid farewell to Jordan—Ma'a Salamah!

Including:

• total of 12 meals: 4 breakfast, 4 lunches and 4 dinners. Note: Vegan/Vegetarian food options are available
• Transport to all the destinations of the trip
• Round trip transport from and to airport
• Accommodation for 4 nights in below hotels (or similar) in twin-share rooms of the same gender:
  Petra: Sharah Mountain Hotel
  Wadi Rum: Hasan Zawaideh Camp
  Dead Sea: Ramada Resort Hotel
• Free entry visa upon Arrival at Amman Airport (Passport details are needed in advance)
• The best Jordanian guide in town
• Entrance fees
• Tours in all locations
• 2 hour 4x4 ride in Wadi Rum
• Great people and great fun!

Price: 3,200 AED PP ( excluding flight to Amman and back)

Notes:

Escape Dubai's summer heat and spend the weekend with us camping in beautiful weather at Jebel Jais (@1770m altitude), the highest summit in the UAE, and rejuvenating with a sunset short hike, meditation and a sunrise yoga class.

You won’t believe it, but yes, in the UAE, only on top of Jebel Jais and specifically in Camp 1770, you can be outdoors in the middle of summer without air conditioning, with temperatures expected to go down to 16 degrees at night.

The private venue offers a 180 panoramic view of the hajar (rocky) mountains covering Oman and Ras Al Khaimah.

Day 1: Road trip, sunset hike & meditation, BBQ, games, bonfire & camping

We will leave Dubai at 1:30 p.m. and head on a beautiful 2 1/2 hours road trip to Camp 1770, Jebel Jais, the highest camp in the UAE @ 1,770m altitude where the temperature is ~12 degrees less than the city.

Upon arrival, we will have a short hike to the top of the mountain where we will have a meditation session and watch the sun as it sets in the Arabian Gulf's Sea.

We will then have the usual best bbq in town, drinks, card games, music, have some melting marshmallows on camp fire and camp under the clear skies full of stars.

Day 2: Sunrise, yoga & breakfast

We will start the day with a sunrise yoga session, as the sun is rising from the Indian Ocean, to give the day a blissful start.

After sunrise, breakfast will be served, after which we will head back to Dubai to start the week.

Price without transport: 600aed
Price with transport: 760aed

Including:

• A total of 2 meals including the famous best bbq in town dinner (mixed grill meat, chicken and beef, hummus, baba gannouj, bread, salads (fattoush & tabbouleh), snacks) & breakfast
• Beverages (Soft drinks, tea, coffee, water)
• Exclusive access to the top of Jebel Jais & accommodation in Camp 1770. 2 toilets are available.
• Camp setup (Chairs, lights, private tents, mattresses, Fire pit & wood for bonfire)
• Card games & karaoke
• 1 meditation session
• 1 yoga session
• 1 short hike
• Transportation from Dubai to Jebel Jais and back
• Adventure leaders - fun guides who know the ins and outs of Jebel Jais
• Great people and great fun!

Excluding:

• A sleeping bag with a temperature rating that is 5 degrees less than the expected lowest temperature, we recommend to buy a high quality one from Adventure HQ to have a good night sleep or you can rent one from us for 50aed

What to bring with you: Nice vibes!

Notes:

#### Day1: Journey from Muscat to Jebel Shams

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1:00pm: Departure from Muscat Airport.
Begin with a welcome lunch at in a castle-like Omani restaurant, where you will indulge in a delightful meal.
Following this welcome lunch, we will head on a scenic 5-hour drive to Jebel Shams, Oman's highest peak at 3000 meters.
Reaching Jebel Shams, we'll enjoy the breathtaking views of the grand canyon. As the sun sets, painting the sky in hues of red and orange, we'll huddle around the campfire. A friendly game of cards, dinner, and toasting marshmallows on the fire complete our day before retiring for the night.

#### Day 2: Exploring Jebel Shams and Journey to Jebel Hatt

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Greet the morning with a picturesque sunrise and breakfast.
We then split into two groups, each led by an experienced hike leader, and embark on a 3-hour balcony hike along Jebel Shams Canyon.
Post the hike, we'll unwind at a secret natural pool tucked away in the mountains.
An Omani home-cooked lunch awaits us before we journey to Jebel Hatt, another of Oman's highest peaks, for dinner and an overnight stay.

#### Day 3: Adventure in Snake Canyon

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The adventure continues with a hearty breakfast followed by an exhilarating day at Snake Canyon.
Trekking, abseiling down cliffs, swimming, jumping into pools, and sliding on smooth rock surfaces make for a thrilling day.
We'll then enjoy a Omani home-cooked picnic lunch before returning to Muscat, bringing our adventure to a satisfying end.
6:00pm: Back to Muscat Airport

Including:

• 7 meals: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts & 3 lunches
• Accommodation at Sama Heights Resort (Jebel Shams) (or similar) & Shorfet Al Alamin (Jebel Hatt) (or similar) in twin-share rooms of the same gender
• Transport:
  Transport from Muscat to the bottom of Jebel Shams
  4x4 transport from the bottom of Jebel Shams to the hotel, balcony hike, secret lake and back to the bottom of Jebel Shams
  Transport from the bottom of Jebel Shams to Jebel Hatt
  4x4 Transport from Jebel Hatt to Snake Canyon & back
  Transport from Jebel Hatt to Muscat
• Hikes:
  Jebel Shams balcony walk hike
  Secret natural lake hike
• Snake Canyon 5-hour adventure with equipment (helmets, safety harnesses, life jackets, abseiling equipment, and a first aid kit)
• Evening entertainment: Bonfire games
• Adventure leaders - Local Omani guides who know the ins and outs of Oman

Price:
Full plan (without flight tickets): 2,300aed

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