Can girls wear shorts in Petra?


Can girls wear shorts in Petra? In more touristy areas (excluding mosques) such as Mount Nebo, Wadi Rum, and Petra, I dressed a bit more liberally (see photos below) and felt entirely comfortable. Our tour guide assured us wearing shorts at these places is totally acceptable and common.


Can ladies wear shorts in Jordan?

Dressing conservatively acts as a sign of cultural respect, which means walking around in a short dress or shorts above the knee generally wouldn't be acceptable. When you're out in public, you should aim to cover your shoulders and knees at the very least, and midriffs and cleavage should never be on show.


What kind of shoes to wear at Petra?

While you could do the hiking in a pair of Converse, you'll be more comfortable in shoes with grip. If you're planning on tackling some of the more advanced routes, or even just the 850+ stairs to the Monastery, hiking boots would be ideal.


Can you wear a bathing suit in the Dead Sea?

The high salt level of the sea will leave sensitive areas feeling on high alert and stinging like crazy. Arrive with your bathing suit on.


Is Petra too hot in the summer?

The summer months in Petra can be sweltering, with temperatures reaching over 100°F (37°C). With high humidity in addition to the blazing sun, it's important to begin your journey earlier in the day or well-after the sun has set. Petra does indeed cool down at night, but within reason.


Is Jordan female friendly?

Jordan can be the best place for solo female travel, as there are many incredible sites and activities to explore, as long as you keep safe. From cooking classes and private culture tours to snorkeling and an unforgettable Petra experience, you'll have the time of your life.


Is it OK to wear shorts in Wadi Rum?

In general and for all seasons we advise to wear long sleeve clothes to protect your body from the sun. Also, it is a way to respect our culture, as women and men cover themselves. But of course if you prefer to wear shorts, short dresses, tank tops… feel free, we are used to that and we respect your choice.


Can you wear jeans in Petra?

It is fine to travel in Jordan in jeans most of the time, and you can, of course, wear them in Petra as well, in case this is the piece you never leave your home without, but as the visit of Petra requires quite a lot of walking, we think hiking trousers are a much better choice.


How much is a taxi from Petra to Wadi Rum?

Taxi from Petra to Wadi Rum This should be somewhere between 35-40 JOD (after you've haggled) and since Petra welcomes many independent visitors, it's also possible to split the cost with other solo travellers.


What not to do at Dead Sea?

Here are few tips to get the best results from the Dead Sea:
  • The first thing is DO NOT SHAVE. ...
  • Do not stay in for more than 10 minutes. ...
  • Do not get in if you have any open cuts or sores. ...
  • That famous mud: Do NOT dive down and try to get it yourself! ...
  • Do not get the water in your eyes.