Live the Bedouin Way and support a local desert project
Volunteering in Wadi Rum Desert with a bedouin – My name is Eid, and I run a local Bedouin-owned tour operator business and desert camp in the heart of Wadi Rum. We offer jeep tours, camel rides, hiking, stargazing, and traditional Bedouin experiences. I’m looking for volunteers to help me grow my online presence by supporting with:
- Social media content (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
- Website content writing or editing
- Photography and video creation of our activities and tours
You’ll get the chance to live like a local, explore the desert with me and my team, and help share our culture with the world.
Volunteering in Wadi Rum Desert with a Bedouin – photo credit: Eid Al-Zalabieh
What category best describes your hosting arrangement? 🏡
- Private/Individual/family
Location – Where is your volunteer project located?🌏
- Wadi Rum Village and Wadi Rum Protected Area 📍
What are you looking for help with?
- Computer/Web 💻
- Film-Making 🎥
- Marketing 📈
- Writing ✏
What’s the mission of your community? 🎯
Our mission is to share the beauty of Wadi Rum and the Bedouin way of life with travelers from around the world, while supporting local tourism and preserving our cultural heritage. By inviting volunteers to join us, we aim to create a cultural exchange that helps our small business grow online and gives guests a deeper, more authentic desert experience.
Volunteers age restrictions 🔞
- We can host volunteers of all ages (senior volunteers and minors are welcome) 💪
Volunteers with disabilities ♿
- Volunteers with disabilities are welcome ♿ ✅
How many volunteers could you host? 🎎
- Only one volunteer
When do you usually need volunteers? 📅
- All year round
How many hours of help per day? ⏱
- 4-5 hours of help per day
How many days of help per week? 🌒
- 4 days of help per week – 3 days off
Note about the volunteer work and other expectations 📝
Expect to be treated like a friend and part of the family.
We value connection, respect, and good energy. You’ll have flexible working hours and plenty of time to enjoy the desert. In return, we ask that you be responsible, respectful of our culture, and willing to help where needed – mainly with photography, social media, or website content. If you’re open-minded, friendly, and enjoy sharing stories by the fire, you’ll feel right at home here.
Are accommodation and food included? 🏠🍜
- Yes, we offer food and accommodation
What type of accommodation can you provide? 🏕
- Private home 🏠
- Tent 🎪
Diet – nutrition information 🥗🥤
Yes, we can accommodate dietary preferences like vegetarian or vegan.
Volunteers will enjoy traditional Bedouin meals prepared fresh daily. Our food usually includes rice, vegetables, bread, lentils, beans, salads, and sometimes meat or chicken. If you have any special dietary needs, just let us know – we’re happy to adapt and make sure you feel comfortable and well-fed.
Fee transparency 🆓🔍
No, there are no fees to join our volunteer project.
The only cost volunteers need to cover is the Wadi Rum Protected Area entry ticket, which is paid at the Wadi Rum Visitor Center (around 5 JD, free with the Jordan Pass). Everything else – accommodation, meals, tours, and local experiences – is provided free of charge.
VISA SUPPORT – Are you able to assist with visa support, information, or provide invitation letters? 🛂
- Yes, we can help with Visa/invitation letters ✅
Volunteers’ benefits 🏆🏅
Volunteers will enjoy many unique benefits during their stay:
- Free jeep tours to explore the stunning Wadi Rum desert
- Chilling and hanging out in the desert under the stars
- Cultural exchange and deep connection with Bedouin life and traditions
- Opportunities to attend Bedouin weddings, celebrations, and parties if they happen during the stay
- Learning how to make Bedouin tea, food, and live simply in the desert
- Meeting people from all over the world and being part of a welcoming local community
We aim to give our volunteers an unforgettable, meaningful experience beyond just “work.”
What are the available activities during free time? 🚴🚣🦒
During free time, volunteers can enjoy several activities in and around the desert:
- Hiking in many beautiful spots near the accommodation, offering stunning views of the desert landscape
- Relaxing around the campfire and stargazing under one of the clearest skies in the world
- Camel rides or simply taking a walk to soak in the desert’s tranquility
- Cultural immersion, learning traditional Bedouin crafts, music, and hospitality
- Photography, explore the desert with your camera and capture the incredible surroundings
Wadi Rum is a place to both work and unwind in a peaceful, breathtaking environment.
Language 🗣🇬🇧
- English, French, Arabic
Geography 🌳
The area is renowned for its striking red sand dunes, rock formations, and unique geological features. It’s a protected area, rich in history and natural beauty, offering a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities and exploration.
- Weather: Wadi Rum has a desert climate with hot summers and cool winters. Summer temperatures can soar above 40°C (104°F), while winter nights can get chilly, sometimes dropping below freezing.
- Environment: The desert is home to a variety of wildlife, including foxes, lizards, and many bird species. It’s also an area with significant cultural importance, with ancient petroglyphs and Nabatean inscriptions scattered across the rocks.
The environment is serene and peaceful, offering a truly immersive experience in nature.
Volunteering in Wadi Rum Desert with a Bedouin – photo credit: Eid Al-Zalabieh
How to get to your site ✈ 🗺
Volunteers can easily reach Wadi Rum by various modes of transportation:
- By bus: You can take a bus from Aqaba, Petra or Amman to Wadi Rum Village.
- By car: If you’re driving, follow the signs to Wadi Rum. Once you reach Wadi Rum Village, I will be waiting for you at the Wadi Rum Rest House, which is located at the only entrance to the village.
My place is just off the main road, on the first small street to the right when you enter the village. It’s easy to find, close to shops, and very convenient for volunteers.
Is there internet access? 🌐
Yes!
“Paying guests” Option. Could you accommodate “solidarity” tourists? 🎎
Yes, we can accommodate eco/responsible tourists & paying guests 👌
CONTACT DETAILS 🔍📧
Volunteering in Wadi Rum Desert with a Bedouin – helping in social Media, website, or photography
Host Email ✉ eidsalem(AT) gmail DOT com
Whatsapp number: +962 7 8132 6745
Website: VisitWadiRum.com
Facebook link
Hostname 📛Eid Al-Zalabieh
Volunteering in Wadi Rum Desert with a Bedouin – photo credit: Eid Al-Zalabieh