What To Pack For Wadi Rum
What not to bring with you is almost as important as what to bring.
Packing should primarily revolve around protection from the sun, the sand, and the winds that can sometimes swirl around.
Sand will also get everywhere, and anything that was white will become rust red for a while.
In terms of clothing, comfortable and lightweight is best during the day. Personally, we eschewed sportswear in Jordan for light, natural fabrics such as linen and cotton – much nicer! A loose, long-sleeved shirt is an excellent travel hack to offer extra sun protection without working up a sweat.
Whichever season you’re visiting, you should bring a layer to ancipate chillier nights and quite a notable swing in temperature from the peak afternoon heat. However, for the winter months (December to March) all the camps recommend also bringing more substantial warm layers with you – a fleece, windbreaker, warm hat etc. Remember, it’s better to be able to strip off a layer than freeze your arse off without one!
In terms of essentials that everyone should take:
+ Small daypack
+ Hat and sunglasses
+ Scarf or shawl for sun protection
+ Suncream
+ A travel filter water bottle – we use ours religiously, including in Jordan. Find out more about how they work in this post.
+ Comfortable shoes – sandals/birkenstocks are good for most of the day, but not so good for some of the scrambling. Trainers are a good half-way house, but remember they’ll get full of sand for a few days/weeks. Unless coming here to hike specifially, you do NOT need hiking boots.
+ Warmer layers evening (long trousers, a jumper/hoodie, and socks at a minimum)
+ Basic toiletries & some emergency tissues/toilet paper
+ Any personal medial supplies and basic first aid kit
+ Snacks (nothing else in the camp except what you’re served)
+ Head torch (if you’ve got one).
+ Travel towel (most camps don’t provide a towel)
+ Lip balm
+ Mobile phone charger (not all camps have charger points, but most now do)
+ Battery pack (especially if on a full-day tour or at a very basic camp)
+ Insurance information
What you need to bring for overnight stays will vary a little according to whether you’re staying in the more comfortable camps and retreats, or in the more rustic goatskin tents. They’re responsible for bedding, but facilities, warmth, and comfort levels will vary.
Water is usually provided on your jeep tour and by the camp but, if you’re not carrying a travel filter water bottle, it makes sense to bring a spare…
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