Trekking
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Aaron's Tomb, the highest point in Petra. |
If you have the time and the energy to face the inclination, climb up to the shrine of the prophet Aaron, 1,350 metres (4,429 ft.) above sea level. It is the highest point in Petra and you will be rewarded by spectacular views of the entire region. The climb takes about 2-3 hours, so be sure to wear a good pair of walking shoes and take plenty of water.
The Ammarin Bedouin Camp
If you want an alternative to the ordinary, spend a night at the Ammarin Bedouin Camp. The Ammarin are a local tribe that settled near Petra, in Beidha, during the early nineteenth century. With an objective to nurture the local Bedouin culture while raising awareness on the surrounding environment, the Ammarin Bedouin Camp promises to be a magnificent experience filled with entertainment that includes authentic Bedouin music, dance, and delicious local cuisine.
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A musician at the Ammarin Bedouin Camp. |
The tents are furnished with Bedouin style mattresses and rugs to accommodate guests while the campsite itself has a large common area that can host up to 350 guests and has modern facilities such as showers with running hot water housed in a Bedouin tent.
Visitors to the Ammarin Bedouin Camp are constantly reminded by their surroundings of the rich and magical history of the lost city of Petra. Whether you fancy a day of hiking and trekking or an afternoon of camel riding throughout Beidha and Petra, the Ammarin Bedouin Camp is well worth a stopover.
For more information please contact the Ammarin Bedouin Camp is located in Beidha (10 km. north of Petra). For more information please contact Ammarin Bedouin Camp at + 962-79-566-7771 or visit their website at www.BedouinCamp.net
‘Lawrence of Arabia’ Riding Experience
La Beduina tours give you that real ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ riding experience. Arabian mares are arguably the finest horses in the world, and we provide these superior mounts on all our horse tours, no matter what your level of experience, from beginner to expert you will definitely live a great experience.
The excursions combine visits of many fascinating archaeological sites with the thrill of riding one of these beautiful horses. The tour covers a distance of 25-45 km in desert and or mountainous terrain.
For more information please contact:
La Beduina Eco-Tours & Travel.
P.O. Box 80 Petra 71811, Jordan
Petra - Jordan
Tel: +962 32157099
Fax: +962 3 2156931
Email: beduina1@go.com.jo
http://www.horseriding-jordan.com
http://www.labeduinatours.com