Jordan an Undiscovered Eco Land: 9-Day Biosphere Traverse
Designed for eco-tourism operators, nature study groups, and active wholesalers, this 9-day itinerary covers all four bio-geographical zones of Jordan (Mediterranean, Irano-Turanian, Saharo-Arabian, and Sudanian penetration). By combining forest reserves, desert camps, Petra trails, the Dana Biosphere Reserve, Feynan Ecolodge, and Wadi Mujib Chalets, this itinerary provides a complete national eco-circuit
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9 Days / 8 Nights
Eco-Wilderness, Biodiversity & Nature Trekking
Eco-Adventure Series, Nature & Wildlife Groups, Active Individuals
Comprehensive (Covers major RSCN nature reserves in Jordan)
Umm Qais, Jerash, Ajloun, Orjan, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Rum, Petra, Dana Biosphere, Feynan, Wadi Mujib
Amman (1N) Ajloun Cabins (2N) Wadi Rum (1N) Petra (1N) Dana Guesthouse (1N) Feynan Ecolodge (1N) Mujib Chalets (1N)
Day by Day Itinerary in Detail
Day 1: Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) – Amman
Airport Meet & Assist / Arrival Transfer: Meet-and-assist at Queen Alia International Airport. Transfer to hotel in Amman.
Overnight: Amman.
Day 2: Umm Qais, Jerash & Ajloun Nature Reserve
Days Focus: Northern Antiquities & Forest Ecosystems.
Activity: Drive north to Umm Qais (Gadara) for views over the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights. Tour Roman Jerash and medieval Ajloun Castle. Transfer to Ajloun Nature Reserve to walk the Soap-Makers' Trail.
Overnight: Ajloun Woodland Cabins.
Day 3: Orjan Village Trail Trek
Days Focus: Agrarian Culture & Village Orchard Walk.
Activity: Full-day guided trek along the Orjan Trail through orchards of fig, pomegranate, and apple. Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch prepared by local families.
Overnight: Ajloun Woodland Cabins.
Day 4: Madaba, Mount Nebo & Wadi Rum
Days Focus: Heritage Transition & Desert Glamping.
Activity: Visit the Madaba Mosaic Map and Mount Nebo. Drive south into Wadi Rum for a Bedouin 4x4 jeep tour visiting Lawrence's Spring and Khazali Canyon. Sunset views and Bedouin camp dinner.
Overnight: Wadi Rum Bedouin Camp.
Day 5: Wadi Rum to Petra. Visit the High Place of Sacrifice & Off- the - Beaten Path
Days Focus: Ancient Trade Route & Back-Country Petra.
Activity: Morning drive from Rum to Petra. Enter via the Siq to view the Treasury, then hike to the High Place of Sacrifice and walk quiet trails past the Tomb of the Roman Soldier.
Overnight: Petra (Wadi Musa).
Day 6: Petra Back Door Trail to Monastery then on to Dana Biosphere
Days Focus: Back-Door Monastery Hike & Transition to Dana.
Activity: Early morning entry to Petra via the Back Door Trail to arrive at The Monastery (Ad Deir). Continue past central monuments. Afternoon transfer to the Dana Biosphere Reserve.
Overnight: Dana Guesthouse.
Day 7: Dana Village to Feynan Wilderness Trek
Days Focus: Downhill Reserve Hike & Off-Grid Living.
Activity: Guided 14km downhill trek from Dana village through sandstone gorges and valleys down to Feynan Ecolodge in the Araba Valley. Enjoy candlelit dining and stargazing.
Overnight: Feynan Ecolodge.
Day 8: Feynan to the Wadi Mujib Canyon & Dead Sea Chalets
Days Focus: Aquatic Reserve & Dead Sea Accommodation.
Activity: Depart Feynan for Wadi Mujib Nature Reserve (over 400m below sea level). Hike the wet river trail. Check in to the Mujib Chalets on the Dead Sea for sunset views and floating.
Overnight: Mujib Chalets.
Day 9: Departure via QAIA
Final Airport Departure Logistics: Early morning by the Dead Sea. Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for departure.
B2B & White Label Positioning
All Bio-Geographical Zones Covered:
Explores the Dana Biosphere Reserve, the only reserve in Jordan containing all four climate/ecological zones.
Dana-to-Feynan Trek:
Includes the classic downhill wilderness trek from Dana village down through sandstone gorges to Feynan Ecolodge in the Araba Valley.
RSCN Eco-Properties:
Utilizes Ajloun Woodland Cabins, Dana Guesthouse, Feynan Ecolodge, and Mujib Chalets.
100% White-Label Operation:
Managed with local nature guides, support logistics, and private transport.
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Transfers & Transport:
Private AC coaches / 4x4 vehicles with onboard Wi-Fi & chilled water.
Guide Logistics:
Ministry of Tourism licensed trekking leaders & RSCN certified nature/water-safety guides.
Reserve Inclusions:
100% trail permits & admissions (Ajloun, Dana, Feynan, Mujib, Petra, Wadi Rum).
Eco Contracting:
Direct preferred B2B allocations across RSCN properties (Ajloun Cabins, Feynan, Dana, Mujib).
Safety Protocols:
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certified leaders, satellite tracking, and equipment.
