Walk the river through stone, climb where the water carves home.
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Hike Jordan's most dramatic canyon, then float in the Dead Sea and slather on mineral mud — all in one full day.
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Private 5-hour adventure through Jordan's stunning Wadi Mujib gorge, with hotel pickup from Amman.
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11 hr
Private 11-hour escape from Aqaba to the world's lowest nature reserve and a float in the Dead Sea.
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Wade, swim, and scramble up waterfalls through Jordan's dramatic Wadi Mujib gorge on a full-day trip from Amman.
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Discover Jordan's ancient cities, desert wilderness, and the floating waters of the Dead Sea over three private days.
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Wadi Mujib tours depart from multiple cities — pick the one closest to where you're staying.
Tours departing from Amman include round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, bilingual guides, and the option of pickup from a common meeting point or directly from your hotel.
Tours departing from Aqaba include round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, bilingual guides, and the option of pickup from a common meeting point or directly from your hotel.
The Mujib gorge cuts to roughly 410 metres below sea level, draining into the lowest body of water on Earth. The reserve protects a perennial river that has scoured a slot canyon through sandstone over millennia, sheltering ibex, caracal, and Egyptian vultures along its eastern Dead Sea cliffs.
Established by the RSCN in 1987 and later recognised as a biosphere, wadi mujib remains one of the few places where freshwater meets the saline shore at this depth.
Today the canyon draws hikers who once knew only the Dead Sea's still surface. A wadi mujib canyon hike or guided wadi mujib siq trail tour reveals chutes, pools, and rope-assisted scrambles invisible from the highway. For the experienced, wadi mujib canyoning along the upper routes turns geology into route-finding, and the wadi mujib site endures as living wilderness.
"Where freshwater meets the saltiest shore on Earth, the river keeps carving."
A step-by-step walkthrough of Wadi Mujib tickets — what you'll see, how long each stage takes, and the details that matter.
You arrive between 08:00 and 10:00, when the reserve opens at 08:00 and the canyon is still cool and uncrowded. You lock your bag, clip into a life jacket, and step into the Siq, where the water runs ankle-deep over polished rock. Within minutes the walls close to a few metres apart and the current quickens.
You wade, then swim short stretches, then haul yourself up fixed ropes beside waterfalls. Light narrows to a ribbon overhead. On a self-guided wadi mujib adventure you set your own pace; on a private tour a guide reads the chutes for you. You turn back at the final cascade, drift down with the flow, and emerge blinking onto the Dead Sea Highway by midday.
Collect your ticket (23 JOD), present ID, sign the safety waiver, and receive your life jacket at the Mujib Adventure Center. Rent a waterproof bag here if needed.
Cross the signature steel walkway spanning the Mujib Dam — the first dramatic view of the gorge opens here with sandstone cliffs rising on both sides.
Wade upstream through the Mujib River, negotiating thigh-to-chest-deep pools, fixed ropes, and natural rock steps inside the narrow slot canyon.
Reach the large waterfall at the head of the Siq, swim in the natural plunge pool, and rest before the return journey downstream.
Exit the canyon and, optionally, cross the Dead Sea Highway to float in the hypersaline waters at the Mujib Chalets private beach — a classic post-canyon recovery.
The landmarks, rooms, and views travelers on Wadi Mujib tours remember — all visible on a single visit.
The narrow slot canyon that forms the heart of the Siq Trail is roughly 1.5 km long and carved by the Mujib River through layered sandstone — in the tightest sections the walls are only a few metres apart yet tower tens of metres overhead.
Visitors begin the trail by crossing a steel cantilevered walkway spanning the Mujib Dam, which offers the first unobstructed view into the gorge; the structure is suspended above the dam's spillway and is one of the most photographed entry points in Jordanian eco-tourism.
At the upstream end of the Siq Trail sits a large natural waterfall with a deep plunge pool; the drop feeds enough mist into the confined canyon to keep air temperatures noticeably cooler than the exterior desert, even in mid-summer.
On the winter Ibex Trail, the Raddas Ranger Station houses a small breeding herd of Nubian ibex — one of the reserve's flagship conservation species — maintained as stock for future reintroduction into the wild highlands.
At the terminus of the Al-Malaqi Trail, an ancient wheat mill sits at the confluence of the Mujib and Hidan rivers, documenting centuries of agricultural use of the wadi's permanent water flow at an elevation of 410 metres below sea level.
Every Wadi Mujib tour side-by-side — duration, what's included, how you redeem.
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Skip-the-line Most popular
Wadi Mujib Canyon Hike & Dead Sea Day Trip from Amman
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Amman | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ | €102 | Book → |
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Standard Entry
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail Private Hiking Tour from Amman
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Amman | 5 hr | — | ✓ Hotel pickup | — | — | ✓ | €127 | Book → |
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Guided Experience
Wadi Al Mujib & Dead Sea Private Day Tour from Aqaba
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Aqaba | 11 hr | — | — | — | — | ✓ | €128 | Book → |
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Premium Combo
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail: Water Canyon Hike from Amman
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Amman | 10 hr | — | — | — | — | ✓ | €216 | Book → |
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Luxury / Private
Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: 3-Day Private Tour from Amman
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Amman | 72 hr | — | — | — | — | ✓ | €274 | Book → |
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Dead Sea Highway (Jordan Valley Highway), Mujib Biosphere Reserve, ~90 km south of Amman
Main ticket counter, life jacket rental, and locker facilities are all here
Open in Google MapsMost practical option; drive the Dead Sea Highway (Route 65) south from Amman or north from Aqaba — free parking at the Adventure Center
Negotiate a return taxi from Amman or from Dead Sea resort hotels; driver waits at the car park
JETT or local minibus from Amman South Bus Station to the Dead Sea area, then a local taxi or tour transfer to the reserve entrance
Wear clothes you are entirely comfortable getting soaked — shorts and a fitted t-shirt or rash guard are standard for the Siq Trail canyoning route. Avoid loose cotton that becomes dangerously heavy when wet, and never wear open sandals or flip-flops; closed-toe water shoes or basketball-style trainers give essential grip on submerged rocks. A change of clothes and a dry bag for valuables are essential for the Mujib Biosphere Reserve.
Waterproof bags can be rented on-site at the Mujib Adventure Center for an additional fee of approximately 10 JOD; bringing your own dry bag is advisable to avoid the cost. Every visitor must present a valid passport or national ID card at the entrance — keep it accessible but sealed inside your dry bag throughout the trail. Large backpacks and non-waterproofed luggage must be left in the secure lockers or vehicles at the visitor centre.
Photography is permitted throughout the gorge, but any camera, phone, or drone must be fully waterproofed before entering — expect chest-deep water on sections of the Siq Trail. Drone flights within the Mujib Biosphere Reserve require prior permission from the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) and are generally not granted over the slot canyon due to wildlife disturbance concerns. The sandstone walls and turquoise river pools provide outstanding natural-light compositions in the mid-morning hours.
The wadi mujib Siq Trail is not accessible for visitors with limited mobility: it involves wading through waist-to-chest-deep water, climbing fixed ladders and ropes, and traversing uneven submerged boulders. No wheelchair-accessible route exists within the canyon. Visitors with cardiovascular conditions, spinal injuries, or pregnancy are advised against attempting any of the wet trails.
Mobile network coverage is intermittent inside the narrow slot canyon; inform someone of your expected return time before entering. Keep your phone sealed in a fully waterproof case or dry bag at all times — even the entrance section involves ankle-to-knee-deep water that can quickly deepen. The Jordan Telecom (Zain, Orange, Umniah) networks provide reasonable signal at the Adventure Center car park and visitor facilities.
All participants in the wet trails — including the Siq Trail — must be at least 18 years old, making the canyoning routes unsuitable for children. Families visiting wadi mujib with younger children can explore the area around the Mujib Adventure Center, view the gorge entrance, and use the on-site facilities, but the trails themselves are restricted to adults. The adjacent Dead Sea shoreline near the Mujib Chalets offers a calm family-friendly alternative for the same visit day.
A small café and refreshment point operate at the Mujib Adventure Center; options include chilled juice, mineral water, and light snacks. Hot meals such as traditional Mansaf and buffet-style lunches can be pre-ordered for groups, but all food and beverage bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance and are subject to availability. No food or drink is available inside the canyon itself, so carry a sealed water bottle inside your dry bag — hydration is critical given the summer heat at this Jordan landmarks site.
The Mujib Biosphere Reserve is a smoke-free and pet-free protected area; no animals are permitted on any trail or within the reserve grounds. This policy is enforced by RSCN rangers at the entrance checkpoint.
The Mujib Biosphere Reserve strongly discourages alcohol consumption on cultural grounds, and co-ed bookings by Jordanian and Arab visitors require a copy of a marriage certificate or family book. Life jackets are provided at the entrance and must be worn throughout the wet trails. The Siq Trail is entirely self-guided and requires no advance booking; simply arrive, pay the 23 JOD entrance fee, and collect your life jacket and safety briefing at the counter.
Dead Sea Highway (Jordan Valley Highway), Mujib Biosphere Reserve, ~90 km south of Amman
Main ticket counter, life jacket rental, and locker facilities are all here
Get directionsBest time to go, insider tips, nearby landmarks, and the cancellation fine print — flip through to skim what matters to you.
How crowds, weather, and events shift across the year.
Comfortable water temperatures and lower crowds; the Siq Trail opens 1 April and spring flow keeps pools full.
Small details that turn a good visit into a great one.
The Siq Trail is walk-in with no advance booking, but daily capacity is limited — arriving at opening (08:00) is the most reliable way to guarantee entry, particularly on Fridays and Saturdays.
Non-bookable sights within a short walk — free to visit, easy to pair.
The hypersaline lake sits at 430 m below sea level — the lowest surface on Earth — directly opposite the canyon entrance
A concrete arch dam at the gorge mouth that the Siq Trail cantilevered walkway crosses; photogenic from the visitor centre
A striking salt-pillar rock formation near the Raddas Ranger Station, traditionally identified with the biblical account in Genesis
Thermal waterfalls fed by mineral springs cascade into outdoor pools at this spa resort northwest of the reserve
The ancient trade route offers panoramic views across the Mujib canyon gorge from the eastern plateau rim
Flexible, no hidden fees.
The Siq Trail is self-guided and walk-in; the 23 JOD entrance fee is collected on-site and is non-refundable once paid. For operator-organised wadi mujib tours, a full refund is available when cancelled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; cancellations inside 24 hours receive no refund.
Hand-picked options within walking distance — pick a district for vibe, or a specific hotel for convenience.
RSCN-operated chalets directly across the Dead Sea Highway from the canyon entrance; 15 chalets with Dead Sea views
Five-star resort with multiple pools and full spa on the northern Dead Sea shore
International chain resort with private beach access on the Dead Sea shore
Thermal waterfall resort set in a mountain valley; popular for post-canyon recovery
Budget-friendly base in Madaba favoured by independent hikers doing wadi mujib tour day trips
The reserve is open daily from 08:00 to 15:30; the Siq Trail operates from 1 April to 31 October, and the dry Ibex Trail runs from November to March.
The entrance fee for the Siq Trail is 23 JOD per person for non-Jordanian adults, tax inclusive; this is paid on arrival at the Mujib Adventure Center and no advance booking is required for the self-guided trail.
All participants on the wet trails — including the Siq Trail — must be at least 18 years old; this is a firm requirement enforced at the ticket desk.
Wear quick-dry shorts and a fitted rash guard or t-shirt, and closed-toe water shoes or rubber-soled trainers — the entire gorge involves wading and swimming. Bring a dry bag for your phone and ID, and a change of clothes for afterwards.
The shoulder months of April–May and September–October offer the most comfortable conditions for a wadi mujib canyoning experience; June–August is the peak season with the highest visitor numbers, so arriving at 08:00 is especially important in summer.
The Siq Trail is walk-in only and cannot be booked in advance; wadi mujib tours operated by external agencies can typically be reserved online, usually with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
The Siq Trail is not accessible for visitors with limited mobility; it requires wading through chest-deep water, climbing fixed ladders, and crossing uneven submerged rocks. No adapted route exists within the canyon.
Children under 18 are not permitted on any of the wet trails in the Mujib Biosphere Reserve; the Adventure Center facilities and the gorge entrance viewpoint are open to all ages.
For the walk-in Siq Trail, the 23 JOD conservation fee is non-refundable once paid on-site. For operator-organised wadi mujib tour packages, a full refund is generally available when cancelled at least 24 hours before departure; cancellations made inside that window receive no refund.
Personal cameras and phones are welcome but must be kept in waterproof cases throughout the Siq Trail. Drone flights require prior written permission from the RSCN and are rarely granted inside the canyon.
A café at the Mujib Adventure Center serves mineral water, chilled juice, and light snacks; full group meals can be pre-ordered at least 24 hours in advance. No food or drink points exist inside the gorge itself.
The Dead Sea shoreline is immediately across the highway from the reserve entrance, and a float in the hypersaline water is a natural post-canyon activity. Ma'in Hot Springs is about 25 minutes away by car, while the mosaic city of Madaba and the viewpoint at Mount Nebo are around 30–40 minutes north.
