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Khazali Canyon

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Khazali Canyon

A narrow cleft in a mountain with Thamudic and Nabataean inscriptions and drawings of people and animals.

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Time needed
30 min
Entry
Wadi Rum entry fee (or Jordan Pass)
Best time
Midday for shade
Area
Wadi Rum

A narrow canyon with ancient rock carvings.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Wadi Rum Protected Area

  • Jeep tour: A stop on most 4x4 tours.
  • From the village: About 25 minutes by jeep.
  • Walk in: Only the first part is easy to enter.

The story of Khazali Canyon

For thousands of years travellers and traders sheltered in Khazali's cool shade and left their marks on its walls.

You can see carved feet, camels, people and ancient writing, a reminder that Wadi Rum was on old caravan routes.

Best time to visit

Best season

Spring and autumn.

Best time of day

Midday, when the canyon gives shade.

Summer

A cool break on hot days.

Tips before you go

  • Look for Nabataean inscriptions.
  • Look closely: some carvings are small.
  • Do not touch the inscriptions.

Best hotels near Khazali Canyon

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Bubble camps in Wadi Rum

Domes with views of the stars.

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Desert camps in Wadi Rum

Bedouin-style tents and dinners.

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Hotels in Aqaba

Sea-side base, 1 hour away.

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What's around Khazali Canyon

  • Um Fruth rock bridgeOn the same tour.
  • Lawrence's SpringA short drive.
  • Red sand dunesNearby.

Questions travellers ask

How long is the stop?

About 20–30 minutes.

Can I walk to the end?

Only the first section is easy.

Who made the carvings?

Thamudic and Nabataean travellers.

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