Providing a garden, Ammarin Bedouin Camp provides accommodations in Wadi Musa. The campground, set in a building dating back to 1998, is a 12-minute walk from Little Petra Triclinium and 4.8 miles from Petra Church. There's a restaurant serving Middle Eastern cuisine, and free private parking is available. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance. Guests can also warm up near the outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. High Place of Sacrifice is 4.8 miles from the campground, while The Great Temple is 4.8 miles away. King Hussein International Airport is 85 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linh
    the United Arab Emirates the United Arab Emirates
    The camp is located right next to Little Petra and easy to find. Hot water is available for showering. The dinner is hearty and delicious. The camp is run by Ammarin tribe, so we can truly experience a Bedouin camp. The staffs are very helpful and...
  • Ali
    Italy Italy
    The staff eid was incredibly attentive all the time
  • Anghel
    Romania Romania
    We enjoyed our stay in this Bedouin camp ! By discussions with the host I found out that this is the oldest camp in the area, 22 years old ! (Newer camps have access directly from the road) We were surrendered by mountains - during the day is hot...
  • Jeanne
    the United States the United States
    Our stay at Ammarin Bedouin Camp was fabulous! The location is beautiful and private. We loved the experience of staying in a Bedouin camp. We sat in the main Bedouin tent decorated in the traditional rugs and pillows and enjoyed tea by the...
  • Christopher
    the United States the United States
    our stay at the camp was amazing. the staff there was very welcoming and helped with every request. the facilities and rooms were very clean and comfortable. thanks for an unforgettable vacation.
  • Margarita
    Estonia Estonia
    We were so very warmy welcomed. I would like to thank Marcella separately! We had a great company staying at the camp, we were invited to join for the tea at the fireplace as soon we came. The food was great and I was especially thankful how...
  • Mary
    the United States the United States
    Dinner was fantastic! The host of camp told stories of Bedouin culture after dinner (while he was demonstrating how to make Bedouin coffee). He also helped a few of us find the back entrance to Petra, which was a great way to enter Petra on my...
  • Konrad
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    A magical place, in total quiet near Petra, - the team were very good and dinner/breakfast were very tasty. We wish we could have spent longer!
  • Consiglia
    Switzerland Switzerland
    all is very good: staff, food, habitation - the blanket is phenomenon 🥴
  • Vahid
    Australia Australia
    Very nice staff. Great and unique location. Unlike other new facilities in the area, you can touch real baduien hospitality during the stay there. We arrived late when we found one of their staff waiting for us to arrive next to the main road.

Managed by Ammarin Bedouin Camp

Company review score: 9.5Based on 149 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Ammarin Bedouin Camp is more than just a campsite: it's a sustainable community development project for the Ammarin Bedouin tribe. Thanks to your stay and the camp's reliable incomes the members of the community will have food, education , jobs and dignity ! By staying at the Ammarin camp you'll have the chance to experience the real Bedouin culture: you can go hiking or camel/horse riding with a Bedouin escort, you can learn how to make Bedouin bread, you can take part in the Bedouin Coffee ceremony. And much more!

Property info

The Ammarin Bedouin Camp is the only camp belonging to a whole Bedouin community and it's the oldest camp in Petra's area. It's managed by a Bedouin Cooperative persueing the sustainable development of the Ammarin Bedouin tribe and the preservation of the Bedouin culture and landscape. It is also the most scenographic camp in Petra's area (no fear of denial!) and the closest to Little Petra. There is a little Ethno-botanic museum on site, spotlighting the local bedouin culture

Neighborhood info

The Ammarin Bedouin Camp is the closest camp to Little Petra Archeological Site (a 5 minute walk from Little Petra) It is also the closest camp to the beginning of the popular "back way to Petra" trail (a 5 minute walk from the starting point)

Languages Spoken

Arabic,English,French,Italian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Middle Eastern
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Amenities of Ammarin Bedouin Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant

Internet
No internet access available.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Packed lunches
    • Airport shuttle
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    House rules
    Ammarin Bedouin Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Curfew
    The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 06:00
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cash only
    This property only accepts cash payments.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please check your visa requirements before you travel.

    Please inform Ammarin Bedouin Camp of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Ammarin Bedouin Camp

    • The prices at Ammarin Bedouin Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Ammarin Bedouin Camp offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Evening entertainment
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Live music/Performance
      • Walking tours
      • Horseback riding
      • Cooking class
    • Ammarin Bedouin Camp has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Check-in at Ammarin Bedouin Camp is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:00 AM.

    • Yes, Ammarin Bedouin Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Ammarin Bedouin Camp is 4.3 miles from the center of Wadi Musa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.