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Dana Biosphere Reserve Day Hike

Canyons, sandstone domes and an Ottoman stone village

  • 8 hours from Petra, 11 hours from Amman
  • Dana Biosphere Reserve
Duration
8 hours from Petra, 11 hours from Amman
Start
Pick-up 7:00 (Amman) or 8:30 (Petra)
Group
Private, 1–10 hikers
Guide languages
English, Arabic

Highlights

  • Dana village and viewpoint
  • White Domes trail (8 km, moderate)
  • Endemic plants and birds
  • Lunch on the guesthouse terrace

About this experience

Dana is where Jordan's landscapes change within a few kilometres – from juniper and oak on the highlands to sandstone domes and finally the desert of Wadi Araba. With a certified RSCN or local guide you walk a trail matched to your fitness, from the easy Village Trail to the moderate White Domes trail.

Lunch is at the guesthouse terrace hanging over the valley. The tour can start in Petra (45 minutes) or Amman (2.5 hours), and it pairs perfectly with an overnight at Feynan Ecolodge.

Itinerary

  1. 08:30

    Pick-up

    From Petra; from Amman we leave at 7:00.

  2. 09:30

    Dana village

    Stroll through the restored stone houses.

  3. 10:00

    Hike

    White Domes or Rummana trail with your guide, 3–4 hours.

  4. 14:00

    Lunch

    At the Dana guesthouse.

  5. 15:00

    Return

    Drive back to Petra or Amman.

Times are a guide – on a private tour you can change the pace and the order.

What's included

  • Private transport
  • Certified hiking guide
  • Bottled water and snacks
  • Dana entrance about 10 JOD + tax (free with the Jordan Pass)
  • Lunch unless added
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Passport or ID (needed at checkpoints and some sites)
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • A light jacket from November to March
  • Cash in Jordanian dinars for small purchases and tips

Good to know

  • Trails are chosen on the day according to weather and fitness.
  • Buy the Jordan Pass online before you travel: it covers Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash and 40+ sites, and waives the tourist visa fee if you stay at least 3 nights.
  • This is a private tour: the time at each stop is flexible and you can change the order on the day.

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Questions travellers ask

Is the price per person or per group?

Per person. The more travellers in your group, the lower the price per person – the total updates live as you choose your group size.

Can I change the pick-up time?

Yes. We suggest a time that avoids the heat and the crowds, and you can adjust it after booking by message or WhatsApp.

How do I pay?

Choose your payment method at checkout. You will receive an instant booking email, and our team confirms the driver and guide details within a few hours.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your tour. Cancellations within 48 hours are charged 50%, and no-shows are charged in full. Multi-day packages: free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival.

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