Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
A 650-km north-south thru-hike from Umm Qais to Aqaba across Jordan's diverse landscapes.
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- Region
- Jordan
- Country
- Middle East / Central Asia
- Biome
- Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
- Best season
- March – May, September – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
- Best season: March – May, September – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 650-km north-south thru-hike from Umm Qais to Aqaba across Jordan's diverse landscapes.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – May, September – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Middle East / Central Asia
Biome
Desert-Mediterranean mix (0–1,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Jordan Trail (Thru-Hike)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.