Shaumari Reserve and Azraq Wetland Private Full Day Tour from Amman

Be picked up from your hotel in Amman to visit both Shaumari Reserve created in 1975 by the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature as a breeding center for endangered or locally extinct wildlife, like the Arabian Oryx, Somali Ostriches, Persian Onagers, and Gazelles.

Proceed to visit the Azraq Wetland, a location of rich biodiversity, providing a natural habitat for numerous aquatic and terrestrial species, including the Azraq Killifish. A variety of birds’ flock to the reserve each year, stopping for a short rest along their migration routes, staying for the winter, or breeding within the wetland. The Azraq wetland is the only oasis in the Arabian Desert with a self-replenishing system that has allowed it to sustain itself throughout the years. Azraq Wetland Reserve established in 1978 is a wonderful and peaceful place worth a day trip from Amman. It was declared as an adjacent mudflat and a major station for migratory birds on the African-Eurasian flyway.

The reserve was established to conserve the uniquely precious oasis located in the heart of Jordan’s eastern desert, between a limestone desert in the west and a basalt desert in the east. It is distinguished by lush marshland and natural water collections that form glittering pools and streams, giving Azraq its name, the Arabic word for blue. Azraq Wet Land provides great trail walks and it is also rich in history due to its location and water resources. It was used as a station for pilgrims and camel trains. Lawrence of Arabia was stationed in the Azraq Castle during the Arab Revolt.

You will have the chance to visit the Ancient British Hospital of the time turned into a guesthouse. After enjoying these two unique wild lives, you will be taken back to Amman. You may have the option on your way back to visit the local community from 3 different ethnic backgrounds to learn of their lifestyles: Bedouin from the Desert, Chechen form the Caucasus settlers, and Drouze from Syrian Lebanese Tribes. Each with its distinctive beliefs and traditions making this place a pure magical station to meet the locals.

Tour includes 4 x 4 safari tour at Shaumari and a walking trail for Water Buffalo and Bird Watching with round trip transfers.