
Best time to visit
28 things to do in Jordan

Eid al-Fitr or the End of Ramadan
This festival offers a good occasion to witness fervent Muslim prayer, sample a variety of lamb dishes, and even receive gifts

Sand Riding or Desert Safari
Among the many ways to enjoy the deserts of Jordan, sand buggy, jeep, and quad bike trips might just be the most thrilling

New Jordanian Wine
Although local grape varieties were lost, Jordanian winemakers found another way and created delicious "Jordan River"

Amman Marathon
Marathoners can benefit from traffic-free downtown streets and enjoy amazing Roman ruins at sunrise

Falconry Experience
Hunting for falcons is not an easy task, yet Bedouins have been doing it for ages and are eager to pass on their skills

Camel Safari
Cross the desert like a true Bedouin, atop a camel

Canyoning
Gracious nature does not leave desert land without an oasis; in Jordan, this is the Wadi Mujib canyon

Waterskiing, Parasailing, and Jet-Skiing
A beach holiday at the Red Sea is not limited to swimming and sunbathing—try waterskiing, jet-skiing or parasailing too!

Desert Wind or Khamseen
Fancy a sand storm experience? Check out khamseen as dust and grit whirl about the boiling desert with no sky overhead!

Watermelon
Lush watermelons grown in the Jordan Valley are a delicious remedy for the boiling summer sun!

Cactus Pear
This delicious spicy fruit makes for great fresh juice, jams, smoothies, alcoholic drinks, and even medicine and hair styling gel

Christian Pilgrimage
Twice a year, the Holy Land of Jordan opens its numerous sacred sites to the pilgrims from all over the world

Arak
Anyone hoping to easily find Arak or other spirits during Ramadan is in for quite a quest!

Aqaba Diving
Colourful underwater critters roaming among coral gardens and shipwrecks ensure a mesmerizing diving adventure

Donkey Ride
A donkey trip across the ancient city of Petra is one of the most exotic experiences available in Jordan

Birdwatching
Observe birds during their migration and enjoy stunning landscapes at the same time

Ramadan
When in Rome, do as the Romans do; and when in Jordan, do as the Jordanians do

Dates Season
The Jordan plains produce tons of date delight—Barhi and Medjool dates are popular throughout the world

Sugarcane Juice
Most who try this beverage say it has the perfect amount of sweetness

Fishing
Private charters provide all the necessary equipment ensuring a delightful deep-sea fishing trip

Cycling
Jordan's cycling trails through ancient cities and stunning desert landscapes have no equal

Camel Races
Camels and racing? Incompatible you say? Not at all! The Wadi Rum desert hosts stunning races

Wadi Rum Desert in Bloom
The sight of fragile wildflowers thriving in the desert-scape of Wadi Rum could melt a stone heart

Black Iris
Have you ever seen a completely black flower? If not, prepare to encounter the elegant beauty of the Black Iris along the desert roadsides of Jordan

Figs
If all goes well figs are soft and sweet, but harvest is painstaking – one wrong move and the fruit is wasted

Independence Day or Eid al-Istiklaal
Parades and other traditional performances showcase Jordanians' patriotic spirit and introduce the local culture

Jordan Trail
Walking is the cheapest way to enjoy Jordan and explore the most of its countless beautiful sites