Dana Biosphere Reserve - Rummana Campsite

Rummana Campsite Dana Biosphere Reserve

Campsite and Trails Guide | Map

Dana Biosphere Reserve Spanning three climate zones ranging from the forested Mediterranean to the hottest Sudanian penetration, Dana Biosphere Reserve is home to hundreds of species living within diverse ecosystems and habitats. Yet animals are not the only ones to find Dana's natural resources important. For centuries, foreign empires - especially the Roman and Byzantine - coveted the region for its expansive copper and other mineral deposits.

Established in 1993, Dana Biosphere Reserve is Jordan’s largest biosphere reserve, covering 291 km2 of some of the most diverse landscape in Jordan. In 1994, The Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) instituted the first protected area management plan in Jordan here at Dana, creating an internationally -recognized model for the integration of conservation with socio-economic development.

RSCN has made great strides in the Dana Biosphere Reserve, including the integrated conservation and socio-economic development program, building rehabilitation, and the creation of Jordan’s first heritage village.

Staying in Dana Biosphere Reserve Visitors to Dana are offered three separate accommodations; Dana Guesthouse, Rummana Campsite and Feynan Ecolodge. Rummana Campsite has twenty large tents with a total capacity of

60 people, two Bedouin tents, an outdoor dining area, a kitchen, and communal showers/toilets. Each tent comes fully equipped with mattresses, pillows, and blankets.

The Nature Shop

Browse through The Nature Shop and find truly original gifts and souvenirs. This shop contains nature crafts produced by the local people at the reserves.

Afterwards they are turned into delicious sun-dried fruit products that make perfect snacks for the whole family.

Feynan CandleMaking Workshop Dana Jewelry-Making Workshop Local women from Dana produce fine hand-crafted copper, silver, and bronze jewelry. All the designs have been inspired by the wildlife and landscapes of the area.

Whether it’s a flower, a green vine, or an orange slice, the design elements come from Earth and the candles are produced in a nature-friendly manner.

Feynan Leather Workshop Dana Fruit-Drying Workshop

The sun-drenched terraces of Dana Village provide a perfect place for growing fruit. The women of the village harvest the fruits by hand and lay them out in the Jordanian sun to dry.

The Bedouin women of Feynan make candle lanterns, nature boxes, and other attractive gifts out of goat leather. These naturally-cured goatskin products not only make great home accessories, they also help reduce the damage caused by grazing.

The Cave Trail

(March 15th – October 31st )

Guided and self-guided

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Distance: 1.5 km Time: 1.5 hours

Starting time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Group size: 4-20 people

Campsite Trail

(March 15th – October 31st )

Requirements

No fear of heights

Guided and self-guided Difficulty: Easy

Distance: 1.5 km Time: 1 hour

Starting time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Group size: 4-20 people Description

This circular walk around the Rummana campsite is a great place to see birds, especially during migration seasons. The scenic viewpoints along the trail offer picturesque views of the Dana Mountains.

Description

Starting at the Rummana campsite, this trail passes by the unusual sandstone formations of Shaq al Kalb (Wadi of the Dog) to a group of small caves, believed to be a religious retreat or hermitage.

Rummana Mountain Trail

(March 15th – October 31st )

Guided and self-guided Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 2.5 km Time: 2 hours

Starting time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Group size: 4-20 people

White Dome Trail

(March 15th – October 31st, except during Ramadan) Guided Only

Grade: Moderate Distance: 8 km

Time: 3-4 hours

Starting time: 8:00 a.m.

Group size: 4-20 people Description

This circular trail starts from the campsite and ascends to the top to Rummana Mountain, where the views of Wadi Araba are breathtaking.

Highlights on the trail include magnificent sandstone and limestone formations, birds of prey, and beautiful views of the nature reserve.

Description

This trail contours the huge escarpments of Wadi Dana between the Rummana campsite and Dana Village.

Passing through the terraced gardens of the village, the trail offers breathtaking views of the canyon-like Wadi. If desired, the trail can be done in reverse, from Dana Guesthouse to the Rummana campsite.

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The Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature and Wild Jordan Created in 1966 under the patronage of His Majesty the late King Hussein, The Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature (RSCN) is a non-governmental organization devoted to the conservation of Jordan's natural environment.

Wild Jordan is the socio-economic development and eco-tourism division of RSCN that is dedicated to developing viable naturebased businesses for those living in and around RSCN’s protected areas while generating support for nature conservation throughout Jordan.

RSCN Membership

Becoming an RSCN Member is great for both you and nature!

For information, contact (+962 6) 5337 931 member@rscn.org.jo

Contact us

For booking and infomration contact The Tourism Unit at Wild Jordan Tel: (+962 6) 4616 523 email:tourism@rscn.org.jo or contact Dana reserve directly at Tel: (+962 3) 2270 497/8 email:dhana@rscn.org.jo

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