Is Wadi Rum expensive? What things really cost in 2026
Short answer
Wadi Rum is moderately priced: camps are cheap compared with desert lodges elsewhere, but almost everything inside the protected area needs a paid jeep, guide or camel, so activities make up a big part of the cost. Expect about JD 60 a day per person on a budget, about JD 130 mid-range and JD 270 or more for comfort. Camp stays usually include dinner and breakfast, which keeps food costs low.
Daily budget: backpacker, mid-range, luxury
| Budget | Mid-range | Comfort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed (per person, sharing) | JD25 | JD55 | JD120 |
| Food & drink | JD5 | JD10 | JD20 |
| Sights & tickets | JD25 | JD50 | JD90 |
| Local transport | JD5 | JD15 | JD40 |
| Per person, per day | JD60 | JD130 | JD270 |
Approximate 2026 prices, two people sharing a room. From our Wadi Rum day-cost table.
What things cost
| Item | Typical price* |
|---|---|
| Wadi Rum Visitor Centre entry | JD5 (free with the Jordan Pass) |
| Basic Bedouin camp, half board | JD 25–50 per person |
| Full-day jeep tour | about JD 80–120 per jeep (up to six people) |
| Guide for the Burdah rock bridge scramble | about JD 40–80 per group, plus the jeep |
| Camel trek | about JD 20–30 an hour, or JD 60–100 for a full day with lunch |
| Hot-air balloon at sunrise | roughly JD 150–200 per person |
| Taxi to or from Aqaba | about JD 25–40 |
| Transfer to Petra (Wadi Musa) | about JD 40–60 |
| Mansaf in an Aqaba or Wadi Musa restaurant | about JD 7–15 |
| 'Bubble' or dome camp | JD 120–300 |
* Approximate prices, October 2026. They change with season and exchange rates.
Where the money goes
Activities are the biggest variable: a full-day jeep tour costs about JD 80–120 per vehicle, guided hikes JD 40–80 per group plus transport, camel treks JD 60–100 a day and a balloon flight JD 150–200 per person. Accommodation ranges from basic Bedouin camps (about JD 25–50, usually with dinner and breakfast) to quieter camps deep in the protected area (JD 60–110) and dome camps (JD 120–300). Food costs little because it is usually included, but bottled water and drinks at camps cost more than in shops. Transfers from Aqaba or Petra add JD 25–60 each way.
When it is cheaper
In the hot summer months (June to August) and in mid-winter, demand falls and some camps lower prices or offer deals. Spring and autumn, especially March–April and October–November, are the busiest and most expensive; check rates for your dates.
How to spend less
- Buy the Jordan Pass before you travel; it covers the Visitor Centre fee, Petra and, after three nights, the visa fee.
- Share a jeep with other travellers — the price is per vehicle, for up to six people.
- Choose a half-board camp so dinner and breakfast are included.
- Buy large bottles of water and snacks in Rum Village or Aqaba before heading into the desert.
- Use the morning minibuses between Rum Village, Aqaba and Wadi Musa instead of taxis if your schedule allows.
- Confirm in writing what your camp package includes: meals, pickups and tour sites.
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Common questions
Is Wadi Rum expensive?
Moderately. Camps are cheap and often include meals, but jeeps, guides and camels add up. Plan on about JD 60 a day on a budget, JD 130 mid-range and JD 270 for comfort.
How much is a jeep tour in Wadi Rum?
About JD 80–120 for a full day per jeep, shared by up to six people.
Is the Jordan Pass worth it for Wadi Rum?
Usually yes. It covers the JD5 Visitor Centre fee, Petra and, if you stay at least three nights in Jordan, the visa fee.