Wadi al-Mujib
Wadi al-Mujib
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MrKiller21
Melbourne, Australia163 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
An incredible day Canyoning and right up there with my previous Canyoning in the Blue Mountains. They are a bit disorganised at the start but once you start self guiding yourself in the adventure begins. A combination of wading, swimming, dragging yourself through the current by ropes, slithering up ladders and, on the return trip, sliding down rockfaces... it was amazing. We were in a largish group so be prepared to help each other as there were only two staff members actually inside the Canyon in tricky ascent/descent nooks. A reasonable level of fitness and upper body strength certainly helps, but if you are feeling adventurous and have support with you, this should be high on your bucket list. Waterproof grippy shoes are a must. Water was warm in April so we were mostly in normal swim gear. A must do while in Jordan.
Written 16 July 2023
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Bronwen W
7 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We arrived early but still had to wait some time to start and the queue system was vague and confusing! Life jackets were in poor repair but serviceable. They seem to limit the number of people in the canyon by the number of lifejackets so you may also have to wait for one. The trail itself was amazing, with beautiful views and truly exhilarating climbs and descents over rocks through fast moving water (Oct). There were ladders and ropes but not always very stable. Only do this if you are confident, fairly fit, nimble and can swim (you don’t need to swim but would feel vulnerable if you couldn't). We didn't take anything with us and were glad to have hands free. No lockers but left car keys at the desk. In summary, a must but not for everyone!
Written 16 October 2022
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Luca F
14 contributions
July 2023 • Friends
Beautiful experience, a fascinating canyon. Organization not impeccable, we were not told how to tackle the canyon. We were only given a life jacket, but not a helmet. The place is definitely worth a visit because the natural scenery is truly evocative. I recommend bringing suitable shoes, such as those used for rocks.
Written 2 August 2023
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Barbs25
Staffordshire, UK3,972 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
As I couldn’t find much about this online I will start by saying you need to be fit and able. This experience involves some swimming in strong currents, climbing ropes across wet rocks and climbing ladders. Extremely fun but make sure you’re wearing grippy water shoes and leggings/ long sleeves to help avoid any scratches etc. a waterproof phone case too so you can take pictures along the way (with a strap to keep around your neck)
The experience itself was amazing, you start walking through ankle high water and enjoying the canyon around you. This gradually gets more tricky as the water rises and parts involves swimming but there are always ropes to help you if you need.
The trial takes some time as your waiting for others ahead or people coming back. It ends with a big waterfall you can swim behind and the way back is more more fun as it includes a couple of slides and the current carries you along so you can just relax and float back for parts.
The only improvements I can see are regarding safety. The life jackets are in poor repair and need replacing. There are no helmets which for this kind of activity is very bad. It’s so easy to slip and bang your head and you’d be seriously injured. The organisation is also poor as you cannot book times. It seems to be first come first serve as they only have so many life jackets so get there early if you’re alone. Our tour managed to get in but initially we’re told we couldn’t go that day, I guess our guide knew someone to thankfully get us in but it was a bit of a mess.
There are changing rooms there but only a room with no seat or pegs so just arrive ready. Go for active wear that will dry quickly and pack a carrier bag for your wet things.
The experience itself was amazing, you start walking through ankle high water and enjoying the canyon around you. This gradually gets more tricky as the water rises and parts involves swimming but there are always ropes to help you if you need.
The trial takes some time as your waiting for others ahead or people coming back. It ends with a big waterfall you can swim behind and the way back is more more fun as it includes a couple of slides and the current carries you along so you can just relax and float back for parts.
The only improvements I can see are regarding safety. The life jackets are in poor repair and need replacing. There are no helmets which for this kind of activity is very bad. It’s so easy to slip and bang your head and you’d be seriously injured. The organisation is also poor as you cannot book times. It seems to be first come first serve as they only have so many life jackets so get there early if you’re alone. Our tour managed to get in but initially we’re told we couldn’t go that day, I guess our guide knew someone to thankfully get us in but it was a bit of a mess.
There are changing rooms there but only a room with no seat or pegs so just arrive ready. Go for active wear that will dry quickly and pack a carrier bag for your wet things.
Written 23 October 2022
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Prewina S
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Aug 2023 • Friends
This was the highlight of Jordan for us. Nice to have some wateractivity amidst al the sand and heat.
Make sure to be early because group tours go here.
There are water and dry trails you can do here depending on the season. The shortest and most popular trail is the Siq trail which is like walking through the valley of Petra but with water and waterfalls.
Upon arrrival you can hire watershoes and a drybag. There are seperate changingrooms heren. The lifevest is included in the price. You get to go through the canyon alone en there are guides along the route. If you want to advance to the furthest point where the waterfall is you need to be fit. Or have help. Some point are not easy to pass. Dont cary anything with you but put in the drybag as you will need your hands. A waterproof casing for your phone is nice to make video's.
To get to the adventure center (which is the starting point) is easy via uber or taxi from Aqaba, Madaba or Amman. But getting back is harder. There is no cafe or restaurant here with wifi. So what we did was wait for a taxi to take us back. We were lucky and got one within 15 min. You can ask you taxi or uber to wait for you while you do the trail. The wait was definitly worth it!
Make sure to be early because group tours go here.
There are water and dry trails you can do here depending on the season. The shortest and most popular trail is the Siq trail which is like walking through the valley of Petra but with water and waterfalls.
Upon arrrival you can hire watershoes and a drybag. There are seperate changingrooms heren. The lifevest is included in the price. You get to go through the canyon alone en there are guides along the route. If you want to advance to the furthest point where the waterfall is you need to be fit. Or have help. Some point are not easy to pass. Dont cary anything with you but put in the drybag as you will need your hands. A waterproof casing for your phone is nice to make video's.
To get to the adventure center (which is the starting point) is easy via uber or taxi from Aqaba, Madaba or Amman. But getting back is harder. There is no cafe or restaurant here with wifi. So what we did was wait for a taxi to take us back. We were lucky and got one within 15 min. You can ask you taxi or uber to wait for you while you do the trail. The wait was definitly worth it!
Written 7 August 2023
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Lucie G
3 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Unkind welcome, we arrive, we almost have the Impression of disturbing
At the time of payment, we quickly realize that the person at the reception gave us a bag that we did not ask for and that the amount is higher than what was planned
We make him understand very quickly that we do not need it, he gives us the change ....
No information on the tour, it was a tourist who told us that some circuits were closed ..
little information, it’s really resourceful ... after that we did a very nice ride quite sporty I must say fortunately we had the help of a “Guide”
For those who have a back in compote, not recommended and those who are afraid of water also
But it is a real experience to live!
At the time of payment, we quickly realize that the person at the reception gave us a bag that we did not ask for and that the amount is higher than what was planned
We make him understand very quickly that we do not need it, he gives us the change ....
No information on the tour, it was a tourist who told us that some circuits were closed ..
little information, it’s really resourceful ... after that we did a very nice ride quite sporty I must say fortunately we had the help of a “Guide”
For those who have a back in compote, not recommended and those who are afraid of water also
But it is a real experience to live!
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Written 18 September 2024
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Michele
Zurich, Switzerland142 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
The reason for giving one star solely lies in the fact that the opening hours do not match to what is written in the internet-> pay attention! We travelled there on April 4th, 2023 and the gates were closed and not able to do anything there. On the website apparently it should open in April but an employee at the gate (who was actually also fairly rude) told us it would not open until end of April (and a lot of busses were constantly coming and going not being aware of this fact-> see pictures). The visitor center per se looks actually pretty good and I am sure that the canyoning would have been awesome. However, if you should travel in April to Wadi Mujib check twice and maybe even call to figure out if it is actually open.
Written 4 April 2023
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Silvan B
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Couples
Warning!
Extremely unfriendly and arrogant staff.
We were really looking forward to the Hike. We were ahead of time and were simply ignored.
The next person tried to charge us way too high prices with extra stuff, this was not from internet.
Don't fall for this.
People who came back from the Hike also found it very disappointing..
Extremely unfriendly and arrogant staff.
We were really looking forward to the Hike. We were ahead of time and were simply ignored.
The next person tried to charge us way too high prices with extra stuff, this was not from internet.
Don't fall for this.
People who came back from the Hike also found it very disappointing..
Written 11 September 2023
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pauline j
1 contribution
Sept 2023 • Couples
Nice shaded canyon with current.
Not easy at times but surmountable difficulty.
Reception staff more than unpleasant, no press release information
Throw the waterproof bag on your face which costs 10 days to rent (you don't have to take it)
If you arrive late: wait until the safety nets become available. Could be quite long
Lots of people in the canyon
Expensive: 21 jods for 2 hours with waiting for certain obstacles
Not easy at times but surmountable difficulty.
Reception staff more than unpleasant, no press release information
Throw the waterproof bag on your face which costs 10 days to rent (you don't have to take it)
If you arrive late: wait until the safety nets become available. Could be quite long
Lots of people in the canyon
Expensive: 21 jods for 2 hours with waiting for certain obstacles
Written 13 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Ulysses
13 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Certainly the panorama and the setting are magnificent, certainly the activity itself is great but I have small drawbacks,
Firstly the fact that you have to pay for waterproof bags to store your personal belongings, that's still 10JODS/person but what bothers me the most is the fact that you can't rent them by paying with a credit card but only cash. So no cash, no bag and you have to have one.
Secondly, for me, the park does not offer sufficient staff to guarantee optimal safety.
The activity is dangerous, there is current, rocks, waterfalls, you can’t see where you’re walking. On my route I only encountered 2 lifeguards.
It’s still something to do but take your precautions.
Firstly the fact that you have to pay for waterproof bags to store your personal belongings, that's still 10JODS/person but what bothers me the most is the fact that you can't rent them by paying with a credit card but only cash. So no cash, no bag and you have to have one.
Secondly, for me, the park does not offer sufficient staff to guarantee optimal safety.
The activity is dangerous, there is current, rocks, waterfalls, you can’t see where you’re walking. On my route I only encountered 2 lifeguards.
It’s still something to do but take your precautions.
Written 26 September 2023
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Hi, is it safe to do the Siq-trail when 6 months pregnant? I'm still in a fit shape at 5 months, so I think it will be okay. But I just want to check to make sure. ;)
Written 24 April 2024
Ciao,il tragitto è facile?io non so nuotare, cioè a rana e basta ma mi agito....lo consigliate?a parte che c è il giubbottino...
Written 13 May 2023
Ciao scusami ma quindi è aperto' poichè ho contattato ufficio per il turismo in Giordania e mi dice che apre al pubblico dopo il 15 aprile. E' possibile nel caso che tu sappia acquistare in anticipo i biglietto?
Written 21 March 2023
Ciao, leggo che per fare l'escursione bisogna essere maggiorenni, io andrei con mio figlio che avrà 17 anni e 1/2, atleta, alto 190. Ci sono problemi per l'accesso?
Written 19 February 2023
Hi! Is siq trial safe for pregnant woman? (22 weeks), but very sporty?
Thanks
Written 25 October 2022
My friends and I are looking at doing Wadi Mujib, but one of my friends has multiple sclerosis in one of her hands. She is unable to use it to her full potential (struggles to chop things with a knife, can't open, close or grab things), but she is fully capable using her other hand (which is her dominate hand) and can still use both arms. She is a manager for a high end hand bag store.....go figure.
Question is: Will this activity be too much for her? She is not the fittest person and her balance is not great. I admit I am not fit either, but know I can push myself if need be. I had to cancel a hiking trip once because she found it difficult to balance a 30kg bag on her back. I really want to do this activity but not sure if this is suitable.
What do you reckon?
Written 3 January 2020
Hi, I am sorry to say but I’d recommend NOT to attempt this with your friend. She won’t be able to climb up the rocks....
Written 24 February 2020
Buongiorno, sarò dal 20 al 27 in Giordania e volevo sapere se in quella settimana il wadi al-mujib sarà aperto
Written 17 November 2019
Здравствуйте. Мы собираемся в начале января в Иорданию. Хотели бы попасть в Wadi al-Mujib, но похоже, что зимой каньон закрыт... Это так?
Written 14 November 2019
Hello. Will wadi al mujib be open in late november? If not, some suggestions similars to this? Thanks
Written 28 October 2019
Unfortunately No but also it is only 10mins before dead sea so if go dead sea you can check entrance fees like 21jd
Written 30 October 2019
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