Jordan, with its vast desert landscapes and awe inspiring canyons, vibrant cities and quiet Wadi camps, is a destination of incredible contrasts, and one that lures us in with the promise of some truly unique adventures. From discovering a different side to Petra on a hike into the unknown to interacting with remote Northern farmers; here are three ways you can unleash your inner adventurer in this epic destination.
Petra
Chances are, youve heard all about Petra and its magnificent stone structures. Perhaps youve even been lucky enough to see it first hand. But Petra still holds many secrets, some of which only a few lucky travellers have been able to experience. For even today, there are secret hikes to this wondrous place. With a private guide leading you all the way, youll wander along an unmarked route, passing lone Bedouins high atop the mountains; youll gaze down at the amphitheater far below you and visit the untouched Palace, Urn and Corinthian tombs. And then, finally, the object of your exertions will come into view: the stunning treasury, far far below you, surrounded by none-the-wiser tourists that look miniscule from this spectacular secret vantage point youve found.
Dana Biosphere Reserve
Jordans Dana Biosphere Reserve is a staggering example of natural beauty. Home to 555 species of plants and 200 species of animals (many of which are endangered); here youll be able to unleash your inner adventurer on mountain-biking adventures, explorations of old copper mines and archaeological ruins. When its time to rest up from hours of outdoor adventure, take some time to get to know the local Bedouin communities, who will welcome you with ancient stories and instruct you as you work alongside them to make traditional breads and snacks. This is eco-adventure at its absolute finest.
Desert adventures
No Jordanian adventure would be complete without a foray into the wonders of the countrys world-famous desert landscapes. A land of spectacular canyons and rolling sand dunes, the opportunities for adventure here are endless. One of our favourite ways of experiencing these landscapes, however, has to be with a spot of canyoning in the Wadi Mujib. Not sure what to expect? Well, lets just say youll be getting up close and personal with the wadi, climbing, swimming, abseiling ,jumping and scrambling your way around with the help of a private guide (with a few picnic stops with incredible views to keep you going). Youll get to experience astounding natural beauty, and we can guarantee that by the time youre done, youll be feeling a bit like Bear Grylls.
Tom Marchant is Co-founder of Black Tomato.If you would like to be a guest blogger on A Luxury Travel Blog in order to raise your profile, please contact us.
Tom Marchant is a co-founder of the award-winning tour operator Black Tomato, a luxury tailor-made travel company organising bespoke experiences round the world. Part of the Black Tomato Group, Black Tomato is an award-winning luxury travel company that delivers imaginative and cutting-edge travel experiences around the world. We create inspiring itineraries in up and coming and remote destinations, providing clients with the inside track. Whilst our group and prize incentive agency, The Black Tomato Agency , produce creative, award-winning incentives, prizes and events, Studio Black Tomato, was born as the in-house marketing and content creation agency. From initial clients including tourist boards and hotel groups, we now produce internationally acclaimed content and media campaigns for some of the biggest brands in the world.
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Nice to see a travel blog talk about Jordan and mention places other than just Petra!
So many of them just focus on Petra!
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Nice to see a travel blog talk about Jordan and mention places other than just Petra!
So many of them just focus on Petra!