The final day of our journey. Check-out from the hotel with your belongings.
After breakfast, we head to the Mujib stream.
The Mujib stream is located at the lowest point on Earth’s land surface—approximately 430 meters below sea level—within the Syrian-African Rift Valley. It lies in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, opposite Israel, at the foot of the Moab Mountains, where the Mujib River flows into the Dead Sea.
Israel’s Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and Jordan’s Wadi Mujib Reserve are neighbors, separated by just 16 kilometers of water. They seem to face each other from opposite shores of the Dead Sea—so close, yet unable to meet.
The Arnon (Mujib) Reserve is one of Jordan’s seven natural reserves and the lowest nature reserve in the world, covering more than 200 square kilometers. The entrance to the canyon is located right by the main road.
A life jacket is required for entering the canyon. We begin our route at the mouth of the gorge. While the total length of the river is 72 km, the туристический маршрут is relatively short—about 1.5 km upstream. It usually takes around two hours to complete one way.
The canyon is reminiscent of the Siq in Petra or the Red Canyon in Israel—but here, everything is different: rock, water, and constant movement. The first part of the route is suitable even for those without advanced physical preparation. The grandeur of nature is accessible to everyone.
In some sections, you can lie back in the water, float in your life jacket, and let the current carry you. Each time, the landscape feels new—even though the path remains the same.
Under the sunlight, the sandstone reveals a rich palette of colors. The unusual shapes of the cliffs spark the imagination. Despite the strong current, the water remains warm. When wet, the Nubian sandstone seems to come alive—minerals emerge, and the rocks shimmer in earthy tones.
For safety, ropes and metal steps are installed throughout the canyon. The river flows year-round, though water levels vary. In steep sections, the current can reach speeds of up to 7 m/s. Metal steps allow access to the upper waterfall, although due to the strong current, reaching it is not always possible.
The descent is just as impressive as the climb. Everyone shares the same thought: “How did I even get here?” Moving upstream and then descending with the current are two completely different experiences. Is it scary? Not really—it all depends on your mindset.
The Mujib River (the biblical Arnon) is mentioned in the Scriptures. According to biblical accounts, these lands are connected with the history of Moab and Ammon—the descendants of Lot. Later, north of the Arnon, the Amorite king Sihon ruled, who was defeated by Moses on the way to the Promised Land. Here, ancient history and geography intertwine quite literally beneath your feet.
Today, Mujib is not only a natural reserve, but also a place where you can connect with biblical history and witness unique natural phenomena firsthand.
And yes, a tour to Jordan is a rare opportunity to combine powerful nature, history, and a personal challenge.
