The trail starts at the lush and green Wadi Attun, hike for 1 km then leave the wadi to start the long ascent towards the east following a donkey path, the trail offers dramatic views over the dead sea and the surrounding networks of dry wadis and mountains. The ascent continues until it reaches the biblical site of Machaerus; the place where prophet John the Baptist was beheaded.
What To Bring?
Personal ID
Water (preferably 3 liters per person)
Around 25 L backpack to carry your water, snacks, and any other belongings you may need.
Personal travel mug for the tea break (help us reduce waste)!
Trail snacks, such as chocolate, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, etc.
Comfortable hiking/walking clothes
Hiking boots/ shoes
Sunglasses
Buff/cap/headcover/bandana
Sunglasses (Optional)
Hiking Poles (Optional)
Flip-flop or clean shoes to wear after the hike (Optional)
Personal medication (If applicable)
During cold & rainy days please make sure to bring:
Gore-tex jacket or Rain poncho
Fleece or equivalent material to keep yourself warm
Down Jacket or any equivalent insulated material to keep yourself warm
Online Shop
We have the TREKS store that sells and rents out hiking/camping equipment. So if you need equipment please let us know, and we'll be more than happy to help!
Price includes
Transportation (tourist bus or a private car)
Experienced TREKS guide (knowledgeable in Flora & Fauna, Geology & History, Wilderness First Aid)
Hot tea break
First Aid Kit
Price doesn't include
Visa Entrance into Jordan (check the section on Jordan Pass below).
Personal Travel Insurance.
Meals
Accommodation
Personal hiking equipment.
Bar bills, laundry bills, etc.
Tips, highly recommended if you think the services and guides were up to standards
Personal medication.
Trail snacks, such as nuts, seeds, dried fruits, chocolate, electrolytes, etc.
Note: Meals are avialable upon request, please check Add-ons section for more information
Payment policy
The payment needs to be done 48-hours before the trip to confirm your reservation. Otherwise, your spot will be handed over to another participant.
Bank transfer, cash, and a credit card are accepted forms of payment.
Cash and credit card payments are valid at our store/office (Location)
Bank transfer/deposit at Bank El-Etihad, details below.
CliQ, Instant Payment (for local accounts only) o Alias: TREKS o Account Number: 0010104461015102
Cancellation policy
More than 48 hours in advance: No Problem!
Less than 48 hours in advance: 100% of fees are non-refundable
Jordan pass and visa
The Jordan Pass is the ultimate sightseeing package that has been especially tailor-made for visitors to the beautiful Kingdom of Jordan. It gives pass holders the ability to make the most out of their trip visiting top sights and attractions while saving time, money and efforts. please refer to this link to see available options
Gear
Please ask us and we will provide you with the list in a separate document. We rent out; sleeping bags, tents, dry bags, water filters, mattresses, camp cots, camp stoves, camp tables, camping chairs, hiking bags. TREKS Rentals