Azraq Wetland Reserve Tours and Tickets

Discover three of Jordan’s famous desert castles on this 4-hour private tour from Amman. With an informative private driver, learn about these fabled castles, built by Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, famous for its 8th-century frescoes of hedonistic scenes, before continuing to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter used as a military base by TE Lawrence, known as ‘Lawrence of Arabia,’ during World War I.

Jordan is better known for its desert scenery than lush landscapes. Visit two nature reserves that most travelers miss during this private full-day excursion to Shaumari Wildlife Reserve and Azraq Wetland Reserve. First, see endangered species like Arabian oryx and Somali ostriches. Then, follow the migration route of a variety of birds over glittering pools and streams. Hotel transfers, a naturalist guide, and admission tickets are included.

Visit Shaumari Wildlife Reserve,a breeding center for endanger locally extinct wildlife like Oryx,Ostriches,Onagers,and Gazelles.This small wild life reserve is thriving to protect these rare species and the environment.It is one of the world’s leading programs in the Middle East.These animals roam freely around providing a small zoo for visitors & children.Proceed to Azraq Wetland Reserve,located in the heart of Jordan’s Eastern Desert.Its name in Arabic is Blue,from water,as it is a migratory stopover for birds;hence it is becoming a popular spot for bird watching.Azraq Wet Land provides great trail walks & it is rich in history due to its location and water resources.It was used as a station for pilgrims and camel trains.You have the option to meet the locals with their distinctive beliefs.The tour includes overnight at the Azraq Lodge-an Ancient British Hospital, 4 x 4 safari sunset tour,sunrise view,and a walking trail for Water Buffalo & Bird Watching with round trip transfers.

Combine history and nature on this full-day private tour to the Black Desert from Amman. Admire several of Jordan’s historic desert castles, built during the Umayyad period in the 7th and 8th centuries, including Kharana, Amra, Uweinid, the UNESCO-listed Al-Azraq, and more. Includes stops at the Shaumari Nature Reserve and Azraq Wetland Reserve with hotel pickup and private transportation before returning to Amman.

Experience our Private Desert Castles Eastern Jordan Tour with Azraq Wetland Visit! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Jordan as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Desert Castles Eastern Jordan. Experience a 4-hour private tour from Amman and explore three of Jordan's famous desert castles. Your knowledgeable private driver will provide information about these historic castles, which were constructed by Umayyad rulers in the 7th and 8th centuries. Visit each castle located in the desert plains of eastern Jordan, including the UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra with its renowned frescoes depicting hedonistic scenes. Continue your journey to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter of which served as a military base for TE Lawrence, also known as 'Lawrence of Arabia,' during World War I.