Wadi Araba Discovery Drive: a full day buggy ride in the desert
Overview
Embark on a thrilling buggy experience and truly Wadi Araba explore with our Bedouin Camping Adventure. Ride across golden dunes, rocky plateaus, and hidden valleys in your buggy, guided by a local Bedouin who shares insights into desert life and culture. As the sun sets, set up camp under the vast desert sky, enjoy a traditional Zarb dinner by the fire, and listen to captivating Bedouin stories. End your night stargazing in one of the clearest skies on Earth. Wake to a magical desert sunrise, savor a Bedouin breakfast, and capture the beauty of Wadi Araba before returning.
Included/Exclude
- Full board meal plan
- Buggy Ride
- Bedouin Local Guide
- Camping equipment
- Tips
- Personal Expences
Tour Plan
Morning/Noon: Meet your local Bedouin guide at the designated pick-up point for your Buggy tour. After a quick safety briefing, hop into your buggy and set off across the spectacular Wadi Araba desert. Your guide will lead you through vast sand dunes, rocky plateaus, and unique desert valleys on an exhilarating ride. Along the way, you’ll stop at the most picturesque locations for incredible photo opportunities, while your guide shares fascinating insights about the desert’s geology, the Bedouin lifestyle, and the region’s rich cultural history.
Afternoon: Bedouin Camp Setup & Dinner
Desert Camp Setup: Continue your journey to a remote desert camp, where your Bedouin guide will introduce you to the art of traditional Bedouin camping. Help set up tents and seating areas under the endless desert sky, experiencing authentic Bedouin hospitality.
Traditional Bedouin Dinner: Relish a delicious Bedouin meal, such as Zarb, a slow-cooked lamb and vegetable dish prepared in an underground oven, accompanied by Arabic bread, rice, and flavorful spices. Enjoy your dinner around a crackling campfire as the desert night sets in.
Evening Entertainment: Bedouin Stories & Stargazing
After dinner, gather around the campfire as your guide shares traditional tales and local legends. Sip on Bedouin tea brewed over the fire and immerse yourself in the magical desert atmosphere. Later, enjoy unforgettable stargazing — the Wadi Araba desert offers some of the clearest skies for observing the Milky Way.
Night in the Desert
Spend the night in a Bedouin-style camp, either in traditional desert tents or under the open sky. The tranquility of the desert night, with its blanket of stars, creates a truly peaceful and memorable experience.
Sunrise & Breakfast: Wake up to the breathtaking sight of the desert at sunrise. Enjoy a traditional Bedouin breakfast with flatbread, cheese, dates, and tea. After breakfast, take a short morning stroll or a gentle buggy ride to capture the desert in the soft morning light.
Return Journey: After your morning exploration, your Bedouin guide will accompany you back to the point of departure, concluding your Wadi Araba adventure.