You enter This canyon from the road leading from Kerak to the Dead Sea. From the village of Mamuya, turn right and descend into the valley. Follow the stream down past several small waterfalls – water slides are possible. Then comes a 60-meter cascade to go down abseiling, in one or several abseils. Shortly after the waterfall, the wadi turns lush and you are walking between walls of palm trees and vegetation (see the right-hand photo). Another waterfall and after about 6 hours in the canyon, you arrive close to a dam and a reservoir, still reached from the road Kerak/Dead Sea. Here you should have arranged to meet your transport; if not, there are several houses nearby, and it is usually possible to persuade one of the men there to take you to Kerak for a small sum.

Wadi Ghuweir
Wadi Ghuweir is close to the Nature Reserve of Dana. The entrance is near the village of Mansura, not far from Shobuk and can be reached in a normal car (with a bit of persuasion, granted). The distance is 11kms and you should allow about 7-8 hours for the descent which finishes close to Feinan in Wadi Araba. It is possible to sleep in a Bedouin camp around there, and perhaps continue in climbing up to Dana itself.

A stream runs down the Wadi and you may well find your feet in water. In the spring the pools may be deeper, and it is possible you might have to swim for a few meters.

The wadi is beautiful – at the top, there are magnificent formations and colors in the sandstone and lower down spectacular hanging gardens of fern and palms. 

Wadi Hasa
Wadi Hasa is one of the longest and most interesting hike sites in Jordan. It is located near Kerak, and getting there can be a hurdle if you plan to go on your own. It is highly recommended to go with a trained professional or an experienced hiker as the route is quite difficult for a novice.

The Hike
You begin your hike with a fun and edgy natural water-slide then being walking with low water levels (Summer and late spring). The route does not require climbing or bouldering skills, however, fitness is needed to complete the track. Several hurdles such as narrow paths, water-filled areas, bushy routes and jumps into water are present at different frequencies along the way. As this is a canyon, it is not possible to exit at will, and it should take around 12 hours to complete at a regular pace, with a food break. The track is not lit, so it is highly recommended to start very early (the Wadi is around 1.5 hours driving from Amman) At the end of the route, Wadi Afra is where you could unwind and clean yourself after a long and tiring trip. Afra has hot springs that you can sit in, (like a natural Jacuzzi!). You should leave the Wadi Afra area before sunset as the last hike would be waiting for you.

The final hike, out of the canyon is challenging and needs good fitness. It is a paved spiral road that should take around half-an-hour at a regular pace. Cars should be parked near the exit; your guide should know where you park.

Important Tips:
-Go with trained professionals, at least for the first time.
-The food you take must be packed in air-tight bags.
-If you need to take your phone with you, you need to pack it in air-tight bags as water will definitely immerse you at certain points of the track.
-The track is not suitable for unfit individuals or children.
-Travel light, your bag should carry necessities as you will carry it for around 11 hours of the route.
-Do not wear expensive clothes, your clothes are going to be soaked, muddy, natural minerals are abundant in the hot water springs.
-Wear an Aquasock (Shoes specially designed to be worn in water and land – Amphibian if you like), any other footwear is inappropriate.
-If you take a camera, take one that is shock-proof and water-proof (up to 3 meters should be fine, unless you drop the camera in deep water).

Wadi Zarqa Maain
Wadi Zarqa Ma’in in Jordan is a very fantastic natural site. It is a valley surrounded by lovely mountains with exceptional natural mineral waterfalls.

Wadi Zarqa Main (upper trail) – This is one of the big ones. Going towards the Dead Sea, the canyon is divided by Maa’in spa and the new road from the Panorama to Makawir. Its water source is mostly warm water from deep underground spring. The trail is mostly narrow, with two major waterfalls at the first part (before the Spa). The falls are 35 and 40 meters high. The second part consists more of pools and jumps and big boulder blocks.

Wadi Shuaib
Wadi Shuaib can be described as green heaven, a unique place where almost anything can be planted there and survive.

Wadi Shu’aib (Valley of Jethro) is one of the largest agricultural sites in Salt city, a valley with large agricultural areas. It is named after one of the prophets in Islam (as well as Christianity and Judaism), Shoaib (Jethro), who was the father-in-law of Moses and one of the descendants of Ibrahim (Abraham). Most privately owned farms are located in this valley; the primary crops are grapes, olives, and fruit-bearing trees.

Visitors are always welcomed in the valley, once there, you can handpick different kinds of fruits from the trees, touch the cold water of the stream flowing there, and buy freshly picked berries from the street side.

Wadi Hudeira  
Wadi Hudeira is one of the rare canyons which run from west to east. The starting point is from the Dead Sea Highway some 4 km north of the village of Safi. This is a one-way canyon when you have gone as far as you can, you return by the same route. The two-way trek shouldn’t take more than a couple of hours and makes an interesting half-day if you already have a crowded itinerary and little time to spare for canyoning.

The gorge is narrow and you pass between impressive sandstone cliffs which are often no more than a meter or two apart. This canyon is easy going and is completely suitable for children.

Wadi Weida’a
This is another half-day trip, entirely suitable for children. Wadi Weida’a is on the road from Kerak to the Dead Sea and starts about 6kms before Mazra’a, reachable by bus from Kerak. About 100m from the road there is a small artificial pool that collects water from a small spring. Follow the water upstream into the gorge which is no more than 2 km long. You will be walking through fragrant myrtle bushes which are very rare in Jordan. At the upper end of the gorge is a waterfall about 4 meters high; you cannot go much further.

Wadi Mujib
Wadi Mujib is a spellbinding canyon that towers above the Mujib River and stretches along 70 kilometers. The Mujib River in Jordan flows into the Dead Sea which is the lowest place on earth. There are many excursions that allow visitors the chance to trek through the water, beneath the towering canyons, and into the Dead Sea itself. Sections of Wadi Mujib also cover the Mujib Biosphere Reserve which is home to a number of rare wildlife species.

A trip to Wadi Mujib is a canyoning adventure like no other and it is arguably one of the best ways to enjoy Jordan’s Dead Sea. Those looking for a unique pit stop along the King’s Highway can take a break at the gorge to admire the stunning vistas below.

Wadi Mujib spans across 70 kilometers of valleys, towns, and mountains. It begins at the Desert Highway and ends at the opening of the iconic Dead Sea. The canyon itself is an impressive 4 kilometers wide and one kilometer tall. The entrance into the Mujib Biosphere Reserve is around one hour and 20 minutes from the capital city of Amman. Wadi Mujib was once known as the Arnon Valley which is believed to be the destination where Moses led the Israelites across.

Hike through the water of the Wadi Mujib Gorge that flows into the Dead Sea. The trek leads to beautiful waterfalls and is a perfect activity during the warm summer months. Within the gorge, many tour companies also organize canyoning and abseiling adventures.

The Mujib Biosphere Reserve covers an impressive 212 square kilometers. The reserve spans between the King’s Highway and the shore of the Dead Sea and includes many notable sites such as Ma’in Hot Springs Resort and the Mujib River. The reserve also protects seven wadis and the wildlife that resides within them. Visitors can look out for the Syrian Wolf and Caracal mountain cat. The entrance into Mujib Biosphere Reserve is around one hour and 20 minutes from the capital city Amman.

With such a diverse landscape, there are plenty of things to do for those who like to explore the great outdoors. The reserve boasts some fascinating hiking trails ranging in lengths and difficulty. A popular hiking route is the Mujib Trail which is a highly challenging route covering 15 kilometers of flora and fauna. The Siq Trail is easy to the moderate route which takes hikers over the dam and between the sandstone cliffs to the base of an impressive waterfall. Most of the trails within the reserve lead through the water at varying levels so be prepared to get wet. For adrenaline junkies, try the Canyon Trail which gives hikers the opportunity to descend a 20-meter high waterfall.

Wadi bin Hammad
The Wadi Bin (Ibn) Hammad Hot Spring is situated between Madaba and al-Karak, south of the capital Amman. It is hidden deep in a large valley with lush vegetation, hanging gardens, palm trees, and plenty of water running through a narrow gorge (Siq). The area is popular with locals because of the hot spring, cool temperatures and picnic opportunities This short and attractive family-friendly walk is an easy stroll for all ages and is a wonderful introduction to Jordan’s hidden natural treasures. The drive to the wadi on the valley’s steep slopes is spectacular by itself, with magnificent views of the area. 

The main reason to come to Kerak should be to do the walk of Wadi Ibn Hammad. This is a walk which is not very well known, but for our groups, it was the best walk we had, really super. It was rated 9,38/10, the highest rate.

The start of the trip is 34 km north of Kerak in a very small village, no bus there. The road winds down towards the river. Then you start walking, and almost immediately, you’ll walk in the water and into the narrow siq, with plants and palm trees on the wall, some waterfalls here and there. Most of the time you’ll walk in the water with water under the knees, at some places the water will come till your waist. This will of course also depend on the time of the year you’re coming. Also, your local guide will know that you cannot do this walk during or shortly after rain due to the risk of flash floods.

After 3 hours, you get out of the six. In May, you’ll see beautiful flowering oleanders. You can stop here for lunch. Then you’ll go for another 2,5 to 3 hours.