Dana Biosphere Reserve Dana is Jordan’s largest nature reserve, covering some 320 square kilometers of spectacular mountains and wadis along the face of the Great Rift Valley. From scorching sand dunes in the west to cool mountain tops in the east, the Dana Biosphere Reserve is home to a great variety of wildlife. There are plants and animals characteristic of true desert, of Mediterranean forests and of the dry plains of Russia. In fact, Dana is really a melting pot of species from three continents: Europe, Africa and Asia. Such a combination of natural communities in a single area is unique in Jordan and many of Dana’s animals and plants are very rare. So far, a total of 700 plant species, 190 bird species, 37 mammal species and 36 reptile species have been recorded in the Reserve, of which 25 are known to be endangered, including the Sand Cat, the Syrian Wolf, the Lesser Kestrel and the Spiny Tailed Lizard. Without special care, some of these could disappear from Earth forever, which makes the Dana Biosphere Reserve a place of global importance.

Rummana Campsite: The Rummana Campsite occupies a rare and exceptionally beautiful location within the designated core zone of Dana Biosphere Reserve. Originally, the location of the campsite was a favored Bedouin camping area, occupied every summer season for goat grazing. At present, the campsite contains 20 large tents that can house up to 60 people, bathrooms, and barbecue grills for visitor use. Each tent comes equipped with mattresses, blankets and pillows. Traditional Arabic meals are also provided upon request. The campsite is open from March 15 to October 31 regarding weather conditions.

From Rummana Campsite Campsite Trail (March 15 – October 31), guided or self-guided Grade: Easy Distance: 1.5 km Time: 1 hour Starting time: 08:00 am – 03:00 pm. Group size: 6 - 20 people Description: This circular walk around the Rummana campsite is a great place to see birds, especially during migration seasons. The scenic viewpoints along the trail offer picturesque views of the Dana Mountains. The Cave Trail (March 15 – October 31), guided or self-guided Grade: Easy to moderate Distance: 1.5 km Time: 1.5 hours Starting time: 08:00 am – 03:00 pm. Group size: 6 - 20 people Requirements: No fear of heights Description: Starting at the Rummana campsite, this trail passes by the unusual sandstone formations of Shaq al Kalb (Wadi of the Dog) to a group of small caves, believed to have been a religious retreat or hermitage. Rummana Mountain Trail (March 15 – October 31), guided or self-guided Grade: Moderate Distance: 2.5 km Time: 2 hours Starting time: 08:00 a.m. – 03:00 p.m. from the Rummana Campsite Group size: 6 - 20 people Description: This circular trail starts from the campsite and ascends to the top of