Escolar Documentos
Profissional Documentos
Cultura Documentos
Amenities
Accommodations: Hotel, hostel, guesthouse, homestay, or free trail angel room
Implies: Water, Bathrooms with showers, Shade, shelter
Bedouin tent accommodations: Guesthouse with sleeping arrangements in Bedouin-style tents, not buildings
Implies: Water, Bathrooms, Shade, shelter
Campsite: An area officially designated for camping, a commercial campsite, or a well-established, often-used wild
campsite. In some natural areas, camping is only permitted in designated sites in order to protect the environment
Implies: No services unless otherwise noted
Free unless otherwise noted
Recommended campsite: An area suitable for wild camping, but not typically used for it
Implies: No services unless otherwise noted
Drinking water: A reliable source of potable water
When appearing next to a spring, well, stream or other natural water source, the water still should be purified before
drinking. The symbol will only appear next to natural water sources that have water year-round
Restaurant: Any establishment selling prepared meals
Implies: Water, Bathrooms, Shade, shelter (possibly only for customers)
Grocery store: A store selling substantial foods and essentials (rather than simply snacks)
Implies: Water, Bathrooms, Shade, shelter (possibly only for customers)
Bus stop: A station or stop where public transit can be taken. May be a central bus station or a roadside stop
Bathrooms: Western-style toilets and sinks unless otherwise noted. Does not imply showers; does imply shelter
Picnic area: An area with picnic tables and other park amenities. May be a good camp spot, if noted
Implies: Shade
Gas station: A gas (petrol) station and its accompanying facilities
Implies: Water, Bathrooms, Shade, shelter, and a snack shop
Shade: A reliably shady spot to rest in. Only appears in stages where shade is otherwise nonexistent; sometimes
refers to the point at which a stage begins to have regular shade after having lacked it (see stage notes for details)
All Amenities: A large town or city generally has everything a hiker needs for resupply, and many shopping,
accommodation, and restaurant options; this is used to save space rather than showing all icons
Implies: Accommodations, Restaurants, Grocery Stores, Public Transportation, Bathrooms, Shade, Water, shelter
Natural Features
Spring: A natural water source emerging from the ground, or a pool. May have water only in season. Often
only visible as an area of heavy plant growth. Does not imply drinking water unless otherwise noted
Well or cistern: A man-made water source dug in the ground. May not have water; also appears to serve as a
landmark. Does not imply drinking water unless otherwise noted
Lookout: A natural or man-made viewpoint with a view in the specified direction
360-degree lookout: A lookout point in all directions; usually the summit of a hill, or a watchtower
Cave: A cave of any size; may be anything from a small nook in a cliff wall to a large cavern system
Implies: Shade and shelter (caves marked on maps are always large enough for people to fit into)
Waterfall: A wet or dry waterfall; dry ones run only seasonally or after rain. Does not imply drinking water
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Exposed trail: A section of trail that is narrow and exposed to a long drop on one or both sides; path may be
slippery or unstable as well. Use extreme caution when crossing.
While none of these sections are inherently dangerous, people with extreme fear of heights may find these
sections impossible to pass and may wish to plan not to hike these stages
General warning: When this symbol is present, a note beside it or in the walking notes will explain why caution or
extra attention is required on that trail section
Flash flood risk area: An area, normally in a narrow or deep wadi or canyon, where dangerous flash floods (large
walls of water moving extremely quickly) can occur.
It does not have to be raining for a flash flood to occur; rain upstream of a desert canyon can cause flash
flooding in the canyon. Always check local weather forecasts before hiking in flash flood risk areas
Cultural Features
Ruins or archaeological site: Ruins of any age or size. Free admission (or non-maintained site) unless
otherwise noted
Church/Mosque or religious site: This may be either a significant site for one or more religions (tomb of a
famous figure; traditional site of a story or event; etc.) or simply one serving as a landmark
Point of interest: Generic symbol for relevant locations not covered by another symbol; see notes beside the
point for more information
Trail Indicators
Abraham Path route: Shows the route followed by the Abraham Path on a given stage
Other Abraham Path route: Shows Abraham Path routes other than the one that is the focus of a stage
map; includes previous and next stages, detours, spurs, etc.
City Walk routes: Shows City Walk routes, special spurs/alternates of the Abraham Path
Begin/End Stage: Mark the beginning and ending of a stage on stage maps
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Waypoints and Distance Indicators: Waypoints mark turn-by-turn directions and navigational
landmarks along a trail stage. There may be a distance markers, indicating cumulative distance from the
beginning of the stage. Even if no distance is attached, each waypoint has a corresponding entry in the
stages data book which does list its distance as well as a description of the location and directions
Other Geography
Roads: Beige are larger highways, up to expressways; white are smaller roads as well as city streets.
Labelled with road number if applicable
Roads marked this way are virtually always asphalt, but in some places with very few paved roads, a wide,
smooth, easily driveable dirt road may also be marked as a white road (e.g. Harran region)
Dirt road or 4x4 track: A wide, unpaved surface generally large enough to accommodate a jeep or 4x4
vehicle. Should be assumed not to be accessible by normal car unless otherwise noted. The distinction
between these and paths (below) is a gradual one, and some trails are on the borderline between both, or
change from one to the other over a distance
Footpath: A narrow, unpaved walking surface generally too small or too rough to be driven by a 4x4
vehicle. May be wide enough for two people to walk abreast, or a narrow, faint goat path. May be very
clear and easy to follow, or faint and more intermittent.
Wadi Name
Wadi or ditch: A wadi is an intermittent streambed which flows with water only in the wet season or
after rain. Many of them form very large canyons, and wadi can refer either to the broader canyon or to
the streambed in the bottom of it
Stream/River: Waterways that flow year-round, rather than seasonally. A stream is usually small enough to
cross easily by foot, while a river is larger. Canals appear the same as streams or rivers
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Contour Lines: Show the topography of a landscape; a line is drawn every 10m of elevation, and a thicker line
every 100m with a label showing its height. Lines closer together mean a steeper slope; further apart mean a
gradual one
Summit: A peak or local high point
Built-up area: A town, residential, commercial or industrial area
Forest: A densely wooded area
Border: Country boundaries
Abraham Path
Dana Region (Jordan)
The Abraham Path is a long-distance cultural walking route following the footsteps and memory of Abraham
across the Middle East. The Abraham Path celebrates the Abrahamic values of hospitality and kindness to
strangers, provides eco-nomic benefits to local communities along the route. For more practical planning information, including downloadable companion GPS tracks and waypoints, visit www.abrahampath.org.
This map series is part of an effort by local partners and the Abraham Path Initiative to produce the first allpath online guidebook, covering over 400 km of walking trail and Abrahamic memory and heritage across
the Middle East. We invite you to take part in this project by walking the path, visiting communities along the
way, and by providing comments and suggestions for improvement. These routes are still in development, and
map feedback is especially helpful for name corrections (towns, wadis, landmarks), areas which are difficult to
navigate, and updates on current path conditions (feedback@abrahampath.org).
The Abraham Path in the Dana Region follows the Jordan Trail, a long-distance hiking trail crossing the whole
of Jordan. Find more information at www.JordanTrail.org
Map data OpenStreetMap (and) contributors, CC-BY-SA
Databook & Diagrams Abraham Path Initiative
Disclaimer
This map may not be up to date with recent changes on the ground. By making this map available, the Abraham Path Initiative does
not assume any liability for use of the information provided or for its accuracy. All hiking and other outdoor activities have potential
hazards involving risk of injury or death. The wilderness in and of itself can be a dangerous place and there are areas in the Middle
East that can suddenly become subject to security instability.
By using this map for any use, you recognize this, assume all risks of property damage, personal injury and death, and agree to
hold the Abraham Path Initiative, its Board Directors, its staff, its partners, its contributors and authors harmless from any liability
and loss. You accept the terms and conditions set forth in this Disclaimer on the Abraham Path Initiative website by downloading,
streaming or using any map or other information or materials provided on the Abraham Path Initiative website.
Find out more at www.abrahampath.org
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Time: 5-8 hours
Physical Challenge: Moderate
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Reach the lip of the canyon and turn R down a 4x4, with
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END STAGE in the area of the next streambed just to S Wadi al-Malaqa. This is a common camping area for groups
doing the Dana-Petra trek
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Transportation:
From Feynan Ecolodge, a taxi (12.50JD) can be arranged to
take you to the Feynan Reception Center; from there, you can
hitchhike to nearby Qureiqra village. From the village, there are
daily buses to Amman (6JD) and Aqaba (3JD). Dana Village can
be reached by private transport from nearby Tafila or Qadisiya,
which have bus connections with Amman and other major
towns. The Dana Reserve can help arrange a taxi from there.
Note that Feynan Ecolodge does not have water available for
hikers, although guests staying there as part of a hike can fill up
before leaving.
Stage Notes:
Admission to Dana Biosphere Reserve costs 8JD (student 4JD),
though the fee is waived for guests staying in the Dana Guesthouse or Feynan Ecolodge.
The Reserve also contains many more hiking trails than the
one the Abraham Path follows; some can be hiked solo, while
others are available by local guide only. Danas unique natural
setting and abundant wildlife are worth spending a few days in
to explore more deeply.
Camping is forbidden inside the Reserve; beyond Feynan village, you are out of the reserve and free to camp.
Be sure to venture off-route to further explore the ruins of
ancient Feynan.
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Physical Challenge: Difficult
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On a low hill, pass several smoothed-out tent sites - a possible camping area. From here, head generally S to reach
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a groove in purple rock, and wind your way up generally E
up this ridge, using the building on the highlands above as
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Transportation:
No public transit. From Wadi al-Malaqa campsite, the closest
villages are Feynan, and Qureiqra on the Dead Sea Highway.
The closest village to the Ras al-Feid area is Jahayir, a 2-hour,
44-drive away.
Water:
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Bedouin in Wadi Dana are the last place to fill up water. Water
can be obtained off-route by venturing 45 minutes up Wadi
Abu Sakakin to where Wadi Feid joins it; the section of Wadi
Feid along which the Abraham Path route runs also flows yearround. Fill up on water before leaving the stream of Wadi Feid;
next water point is at Qbour al-Wahdat in 13km.
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Physical Challenge: Difficult
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At the top of the hill where several stone houses are, turn R. Head
for a group of white tents visible ahead - Rock Camp
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Turn L at the olive groves, staying with the dirt road. Then, at a
junction with a sign pointing to Rock Camp, stay straight S,
leaving the dirt road for a fainter 4x4. Follow it as it curves around,
crossing a stream and climbing a low hill
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From the top of the hill, head straight S as the 4x4 curves away to
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Cross the asphalt road just north of the water treatment plant. Follow a dirt road past a small house, heading W and then turning S
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(also known as Tor Asfur, Yellow Cliffs) campsite, about 0.5km
down the track. Continue with this 4x4 track heading S along the
hillside
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Nice flat place for a camp spot; continue S along the ridge
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Make your way down a short, steep rock face into the canyon
heading E - Wadi al-Aghlat. Continue E with this wadi; use caution
regarding flash floods
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a small building uphill to R
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Just after the dirt road crosses a wadi bed, stay L at the Y
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Cross a ledge past a 50-foot drop to R. Path about 2-3 feet wide. An
option to avoid this goes up toward the tree on L; then find a way
down from there
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Nearing an asphalt road, turn down away from the dirt road toward a large metal water tank, and follow a 4x4 curving up the hill
just past it, going SE. Then continue up R toward the conical peak
on L, past a 4x4 heading L
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At a very large oak tree at the foot of cliffs at L, look for a narrow
gap to climb up. At the top of the climb, find a tent with a souvenir
vendor, and continue up the narrow slot canyon (Siq al-Barid)
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Reach the top of the climb, and a view over Qbour al-Wahadat area
to R. Continue generally S on a wide, gravelly footpath, curving L
to keep the conical mountain (Jebel Baaja) on your R. As you pass
it youll begin to follow Wadi Baaja downstream; near the wadi
mouth in the distance you can see an asphalt road winding down
a mountain
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Continue along the cliffs on L, passing a building under construction on R and then a group of Bedouin tents on L in an alcove in
the cliffs. The path begins to widen to become a 4x4. Head uphill
for some stone buildings (inhabited)
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No public transit. Qbour al-Wahdat and Little Petra are accessible by road.
Water:
Last water before beginning of stage is in Wadi Feid, 2km
downstream. In the populated areas of Qbour al-Wahdat you
should be able to find or buy water; Rock Camp and stores at
Little Petra will also sell bottled water to hikers.
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Time: 3-5 hours
Physical Challenge: Moderate
Trail Difficulty: Moderate
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After taking the zigzagging footpath to the rock formation, pass a sign saying not to enter Petra (make
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Water:
You can buy water at Little Petra, and throughout Petra starting
at the monastery (but excluding the last few km once you leave
the center of Petra to head for Wadi Mudhlim). Wadi Musa is a
city with all services including stores and hotels.
Stage Notes:
Watch for a short section of exposed trail (5-10 feet long) just
before the Monastery.
This route does not pass Petras iconic Treasury (though it can
be easily reached from the center of Petra). Instead, the next
stage on the Abraham Path route (Petra Stage 1) approaches the
Treasury from the Siq, the classic entry to Petra.
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Abraham Path
Dana Region (Jordan)
The Dana region crosses the full range of elevation and climate across the western front of the Edom mountains, dipping from the juniper-forested highlands to the parched Araba Valley and climbing back up again.
A handful of Bedouin villages are the only sign of civilization you may see while hiking, but the remains of
past civilizations still haunt the landscape. The ruins of an ancient mining operation at Feynan are surrounded by enormous slag heaps, evidence of ancient industry; Little Petra was a waystation and inn for merchants
on the Nabateans long-distance trade routes; and Petra itself, needing no introduction, is one of the crown
jewels of the world, with its thoroughly unique cliff-carved architecture and the exquisitely-fashioned facades
of its royal tombs.
The route from Dana to Petra is a natural wonderland as well; students of geology and wildlife will find the
desert mountains an inviting study in the regions environment, and the wild beauty of the trail will captivate
anyone. The trek is a challenging one, but every climb into the canyons and crags brings more breathtaking
views, and the surprises like flowing, shaded streams and elegant cliff dwellings make sure there is never a
dull moment along the way.
Four stages from Dana village to Petra divide the walk into a strenuous but doable itinerary; those opting to
wild camp will find many more options for taking the region at their own pace. The trail can be done with
vehicle support (a truck providing luggage transfer and supplies and food and water to each campsite ) or as
an unsupported backpacking trip; in the latter case, travelers will need to bring enough food for the entire
walk, and plan their route around the availability of water, which is shown in the maps, elevation profiles, and
GPX files for the region.
Accommodations:
Aside from the options listed below, wild camping is the only option - in some places truck support is possible, while other wild campsites may be reachable only by foot. Between Feynan and Rock Camp (3 days
hike) camping is the only option. Sketch out your itinerary in advance according to your camping plans; or, if
hiking with a guide and support truck, the guide will know where the truck can reach you to camp.
Dana village, Stage 1:
Dana Guesthouse. $116/night and up; includes dinner and breakfast. dhana@rscn.org.jo
Dana Hotel: From $13/person/night; contact via booking websites. Meals also available
Dana Moon Hotel: From $35/night; contact via booking websites. Restaurant in hotel.
Tower Hotel: From $20/night. info@dana-tower-hotel.com. Meals also available
Feynan, Stage 2:
Feynan Ecolodge. From $185/night; lower prices possible in off-season. reservations@feynan.com
Bedouin camps, area of Little Petra, Stage 3/4: (all offer meals, transportation)
Rock Camp. From $50/night. info@therockpetra.com
Ammarin Camp. From $24/night. info@bedouincamp.net
Seven Wonders Bedouin Camp. From $21/night. info@sevenwondersbedouincamp.com
Wadi Musa, Stage 4:
Dozens of hotels; find information and book online
Abraham Path
Dana Region (Jordan)
Water and Supplies:
The route has enough water for an unsupported hike without caches, but careful planning is needed. From
the bottom of Wadi Dana, just above Feinan, to the first point in Wadi Feid where water is available, is over
20km; otherwise, there are no day-length stretches between water points.
In several places on the trail (bottom of Wadi Dana, Wadi Feid, and especially the Qutla well, which has
stagnant water that should only be used in case of desperation), natural water sources are available. Even
when the drinking water bottle symbol appears next to a natural water source, all natural water should
be purified before drinking! See www.abrahampath.org for more information on water treatment methods
recommended for Jordan.
Otherwise, water sources appear at least once per stage, and refills can be planned into a once-a-day schedule.
As this is the desert, carry at least five liters a day per person for drinking, besides water for camping and
cooking.
There are no places to buy food along the route; stock up in Qadisiya near Dana, and bring enough food to
last you until you reach Wadi Musa.
Transportation:
Shuttle buses from Queen Alia International Airport to downtown Amman depart every half hour between
6am and 4:30pm (50min, 3JD, 06-4453200). Private taxis have posted prices depending on destination, with
an average cost of 20JD to downtown Amman.
From Ammans southern bus station, buses depart for Wadi Musa, Aqaba, and other southern destinations;
from these towns, taxis can be arranged to the nearby villages. Buses from Amman to the south stop in Humeima, as well as at the Rashidiya junction by request - this is the junction closest to Wadi Rum, from which
you can hitchhike the rest of the way as the locals do, by offering a few JD to whoever picks you up.
Dana can (nearly) be reached by bus: From Ammans Wahadat (south) bus station, take a bus to Tafila; transfer to one to Qadisiya. Dana is another few km away from Qadisiya; walk or hire a taxi for the short ride.
A private taxi from Amman to Wadi Musa should cost around 50JD ($70). As always, be sure you have
agreed on a price with the driver before beginning your journey. Taxis from Aqaba to Wadi Rum generally
cost 20-25JD.
The Amman airport and city center also offer numerous rental car companies (average cost of $75/60 per
day, gas/petrol 0.89/liter, $4.20/gallon).
For up-to-date information on entering Jordan and on visa costs, see www.abrahampath.org
Petra Tickets:
Tickets to Petra cost 50JD for a day, 55JD for two days, or 60JD for three days. These tickets can only be
purchased at the main Petra entrance next to Wadi Musa; if you hike into Petra, its best to buy your tickets
beforehand, or have someone else buy them and bring them to you.
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