Siq Trail
Round trip / Time: 3-4hrs / Grade difficult /Self guided/ Open 1st April until 31st of October
This is an easy hike into the main gorge of the Mujib River (the Siq). It starts at the visitor center near the Mujib Bridge, from where you take the cantilevered walkway over the dam and follow the course of the river between towering sandstone cliffs to the base of a large waterfall. Depending on seasonal rainfall levels, the gorge may contain pools deep enough for swimming. It's an ideal walk to take slowly and enjoy the cool water and shade, especially in the heat of the summer. Despite being relatively easy, it does have hidden risks. The river bed changes after each winter flood and this can create deep pools and strong currents. Always take care along the walk, avoid pools and rapids and respect any rope barriers.
Level of difficulty:Easy to moderate.
Min. age of the visitor :18 years and above.
Starting hour:From 8:00 until 16:00.
Min. / Max. group size:1 / 80 (at the same time in the trail).
Malaqi Trail
Time: 6 – 8 hrs /Guided only/Open 1st April until 31st of October.
This is an exciting water trail. It starts at the visitor center and follows the same route into the nature reserve as the Ibex trail (see description). It leads quickly to a striking area of creamy-white hills made of soft rock deposits. After passing through these hills, you begin your descent to the river Mujib; crystal clear, fast flowing and teeming with life. Small fish are plentiful, as well as frogs. Bright kingfishers are often seen speeding along the river channel, as well as circling birds of prey. Dense vegetation lines the river sides, making a stark contrast to the arid, naked mountains that surround you. The hike continues upstream along in the river to its confluence with the Hidan River (Malaqi area). Here you can linger, eat a picnic and just enjoy this wild paradise. You can also enjoy swimming in the natural pools. You then move on through the Mujib gorge to descend a waterfall, 20 meters in height, using ropes. From here you continue along the rest of the river, back to the visitor center. If you have a fear of heights or any worries about descending on ropes, please avoid this hike.
Level of difficulty :Difficult.
Min. age of the visitor :18 years and above.
Starting hour:Between 8:00 to 8:30.
Min. / Max. group size:5 / 25 per day.
Canyon Trail
Time: 4hrs / Grade difficult /Guided/Open 1st April until 31st of October .
This trail follows the route of the Malaqi Trail from the visitor centre (see above), until it reaches the Mujib River. From here, the route follows the river downstream from the head of the Mujib gorge. Shortly after entering the gorge, you will reach the top of a spectacular waterfall 20 meters in height, which will be negotiated by ropes under the watchful tuition of trained guides. After descending the waterfall, the hike continues along the gorge, with spectacular rock formations, and returns you to the visitor centre. The trails listed below are all water trails. Most of them are difficult, yet a lot of fun. You need to have the ability to swim and have no fear of water and heights. They are tough, exciting and offer a chance to swim and bathe in the cool, clear waters of the rivers. Hikers should expect to climb rocks against the water flow and jump into pools of water.
Level of difficulty :Difficult.
Min. age of the visitor :18 years and above.
Starting hour:Between 8:00 to 8:30.
Min. / Max. group size:5 / 25 per day.