Jordan·October
JORDAN - 3 DAYS TRAD MULTI-PITCH
A 3-day trad multi-pitch climbing exploring the incredible sandstone peaks of Wadi Rum, Jordan.
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Overview
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wadi Rum is visited by climbers from all over the world looking to conquer the area's extraordinary sandstone peaks. While Nomadic Bedouins have been scrambling these peaks for centuries, it's only in the past 35 years that trad routes have started to be developed in the area. During this 'trad camp', you will get to climb some of these adventurous routes, explore some very off-the-beaten-track rock climbing areas, discover Jordan's unique historical heritage, and experience the legendary Bedouin hospitality. The 1:2 guide:client ratio gives you the opportunity to pick the routes that tempt you the most and develop your trad climbing skills in a safe and supportive environment. What's more, no prior trad experience is needed!
Local Partners
Meet our local partner in Wadi Rum.
Suleiman
Suleiman is a certified guide in Jordan as well as a solid rock climber. He opened many routes in Wadi Rum and he is the reference person for climbing in the area.
Alessio
Alessio is a mountain guide from Trentino, Italy, whose two great passions are dry rock and snow! He has travelled to guide and climb all over the world, and loves to meet new people from all walks of life.
The Experience
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DAY 1
Arrival
Arrive in Amman in the morning and transfer to Wadi Rum. Settle into your accommodation and get to know your fellow travellers and guides over dinner.
DAY 2
Climb hard!
Today, we'll be heading out for our first day of climbing The focus will be the beautiful multi-pitch routes on the Jebel Rum massif.
DAY 3
Climb Harder!
Yesterday was just a warm up for today! On day 3 of the trip we'll be heading to the Barrah Canyon to try some slightly more difficult multipitch routes. Bring your sleeping bag, as we'll be staying here overnight under the stars.
DAY 4
Active Rest day
After three days on, it's time to give your fingers some rest!
There are 2 possibilities here:
1) Join the rest of the group joining on the 12th (if you are also joining the trip from the 12th to the 17th of Oct.) and spend an active rest day scrambling one of the traditional Bedouin Roads
2) Take the bus back to Amman, in case you are just joining the trad camp :)
The programme is very flexible to take into account weather conditions, activities level and endurance of the group.
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Wadi Rum, Jordan
Jordan is a small country with a powerful historical heritage, and climbers know this well.
Jordan is a small country with a powerful historical heritage, and climbers know this well. It was in this Middle Eastern country that the first forms of climbing emerged, with nomadic Bedouins scrambling sandstone peaks searching for animals to hunt. Today, alongside the then-formed “Bedouin Roads”, Wadi Rum offers sandstone rocks for both sport and trad climbing while maintaining its nomadic wilderness at the core. The country's cultural and historical heritage is exemplified by one of the world's most famous archeological sites, Petra. Half-built and half-carved into the rock, the city was inhabited in prehistorical times and has since become a crossroads for many cultures. It's well worth a visit!
Basecamp
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Wadi Rum Caravan
A Bedouin owned and operated camp located inside the Wadi Rum Nature Reserve, Wadi Rum Caravan boasts a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. You're guaranteed an authentic experience, sleeping in traditional goat hair tents and eating traditional Bedouin dishes.
Wadi Rum Caravan
A Bedouin owned and operated camp located inside the Wadi Rum Nature Reserve, Wadi Rum Caravan boasts a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. You're guaranteed an authentic experience, sleeping in traditional goat hair tents and eating traditional Bedouin dishes.
Wadi Rum Caravan
A Bedouin owned and operated camp located inside the Wadi Rum Nature Reserve, Wadi Rum Caravan boasts a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. You're guaranteed an authentic experience, sleeping in traditional goat hair tents and eating traditional Bedouin dishes.
Wadi Rum Caravan
A Bedouin owned and operated camp located inside the Wadi Rum Nature Reserve, Wadi Rum Caravan boasts a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. You're guaranteed an authentic experience, sleeping in traditional goat hair tents and eating traditional Bedouin dishes.
What's Included
What's Included
All meals
Accident Insurance
Assistance from Mapo Tapo team
3 days accomodation
Transfer from Amman
2 days multi-pitch
1/1 guide-client ratio
logistics in the desert
What's Not Included
Flights
Personal equipment
More Info
Climbing Skills
Due to the nature of the trip, a mimimum level is required. You need to be able to climb a 5a confidently and with ease. However, no prior trad experience is required as you will be accompanied at all times by a certified guide.
Liability
Mapo Tapo selects crags and local partners with the utmost care. For any inaccuracies, however, we can not accept any liability. Rock climbing is a risky sport that takes place in nature. Ultimately, you are fully responsible for the choices you make. Mapo Tapo recommends that anyone who does not have sufficient knowledge and skills not to go outdoors alone.
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