Private Tour

Shaumari Reserve and Azraq Wetland Private Full Day Tour from Amman

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit a desert oasis that’s endangerer extinct wildlife species like the Arabian Oryx and habitat for migratory birds on a private, 8-hour trip from Amman to the Shaumari Reserve and the Azraq Wetland. Enjoy the flexibility of a private English – Speaking Driver and round-trip hotel transfer, then explore the reserve trails and wetland with a nature guide onsite. Watch for raptors, eagles, and songbirds along easy-going walking trails, and experience a unique part of Jordan’s natural landscape.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.

Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.

Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.

Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.

Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.

Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.

Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.

Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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.

2 hours • Admission Included

Azraq Wetland Reserve

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.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Jeep 4 x 4 at Shaumari Reserve

English-Speaking Driver

Hotel pickup and drop-off

On board WI-FI

Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants

Entrance Fees to the Shaumari Reserve and Azraq Wetland

Water Buffalo Trail at Azraq Wetland

Conservation fee (mandatory)

English Speaking Nature Guide

All type of meals

All type of beverages

All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended

Personal expenses

Any other service not mentioned

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Tour

Shaumari Reserve and Azraq Wetland Private Full Day Tour from Amman
4 x 4 safari tour at Shaumari : Tour includes 4 x 4 safari tour at Shaumari and a walking trail for Water Buffalo and Bird Watching with round trip transfers
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic tour for nature lovers!
F1384UWlaurap,,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fantastic tour: Hani was a very safe, friendly and punctual driver who ensured everything went smoothly and that we had a wonderful time, teaching us a lot and keeping us laughing and taking great photos for us too. Azraq wetlands was beautiful: we saw Hoopoe, Collared Flycatcher, and many geckos as well as the usual herons, coots, swallows and ducks, and the surrounding vegetation was full of birdsong. Shaumari Reserve was stunning; we were treated to a 2-hour Land Cruiser tour and were lucky to see two herds of Arabian Oryxes, as well as birds such as Red Backed Shrike and Crested Lark. The reserve and its staff are to be applauded for rewilding and restoring in such a wonderful way. There are many animals to be seen; some are in enclosures as they are part of the breeding program to then be released into the reserve: for example Sand Gazelles and Onagers as well as the Arabian Oryxes. This means that if you don't see them on safari you can see them in the enclosures. Our safari guide was great as well, stopping to show us medicinal plants and pointing out birdcalls and stopping for herbal tea halfway, where we could stretch our legs and enjoy the vastness of the reserve. Such an enjoyable day!
Amazing Shaumari reserve
Tatiana M,,Apr 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a really nice day with our driver (we forgot his name so sorry, it was April 20th), he added a free stop at a nice castle on the way back. If you are animal lovers we recommend it, even if the price is quite expensive. Our guide in Shaumari reserve was incredible, we saw so many oryx, even 2 gazelles and some wild donkeys. During the stop for the tea we had in front of us a group of 10 oryx with 4 babies, a little far for the eyes but amazing with the binoculars. The wetland was ok, we had a nice guide, but we didn’t see any buffaloes unfortunately. Driving in Amman on the way back was very hectic due to heavy traffic.
Good to see the good work going on in environmental and wildlife conservation in Jordan
JOY D,,Mar 23, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00
Sad to see that water is still being drained from Azraq despite the work of the RSCN and the Government's undertaking to reduce illegal pumping and replenish. It's future is very much in the balance. It would be a great loss. Needs support. Shaumari - undertaking breeding programmes for Oryx, Gazelle and Bustards. 2 hour safari very enjoyable. Knowlegeable and committed guides in both locations. Our driver was very informative and friendly. Gave a lot of information about Jordan, it's history and culture also. Took us to have lunch in a local restaurant - best lamb ever and delicious salad. But not for the squeamish - carcasses hanging up outside the shop! Would definitely recommend this excursion if you are interested in environmental issues and nature.