Wadi Rum Protected Area Camp, Jordan

Burdah Rock Bridge

Distance 2.0 km Elevation 1094m to 1109m

Location 36 R 0742117 UTM 3263680

Burdah Rock Bridge Description: The walk up to Burdah rock bridge is with moderate difficulty. Its not easy and not hard and can be done by people of all fitness levels with help from our guides in several sections. This walk needs the correct footwear as you are climbing up in several sections. In three areas you will need to hold onto a rope that is connected to the sandstone mountain. In Jebel Burdah there are several species of plants growing that are used for different medicinal purposes in Wadi Rum, our guide will point them out to you. After climbing up for around 30min – 45mins you will reach a flat area that gives spectacular views of Wadi Rum and on a clear day you can see far into the desert and many mountains one after another. Around 10mins further you will have your first site of Burdah Rock Bridge. It is a great feeling to see this different shape of Wadi Rum. The rock bridge is set over a canyon with a drop of over 100metres. When you walk over it you will need to take it seriously and be cautious to keep nicely balanced and walk in the middle of the bridge. It could be windy on the bridge so if you are wearing a hat it is advisable to take it of before you walk over. This bridge is not suitable for jumping photos and we suggest you walk over it in single file not in groups. On top of Burdah Rock bridge is a great feeling, that will be unique for each individual. After the group has all crossed the rock bridge safely we will begin our decent either taking the same route we ascended or a slightly more challenging way with different views if its suitable for the group and if the members of the group have previous hiking experience on sandstone.