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Mujib Nature Reserve
What’s special about it? Located at the Dead Sea area (400m) below sea level and extents to Kerak and Madaba mountain (900m) above sea level. According to the variations in the elevation, which is about 1300 m and permanent, this creates a magnificent biodiversity, which represent typical habitat for the endemic species of plants and animal.

The sand stone cliff represents the most typical habitat for one of the most beautiful mountain goats is the Ibex, which their numbers declined in the nature because of illegal hunting. In order to save this animal form extinction the RSCN established a captive –breeding program for Ibex in the reserve.

Mujib Wild Life Many carnivores inhabit the various vegetation zones in Mujib. The Caracal, a medium sized cat wit black and whit ear tufts, lives in rocky wadis. It is a powerful and agile hunter with great jumping power, known to catch flying birds in its paws.

Things to do The most exciting attraction of Mujib is the adventure tour along the river, which takes you through deep canyons and pools where you can swim and enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife. This guided tour is available 4 times a week and is limited to groups of 20 and less. There are other shorter hikes and you can stay overnight in a simple wilderness campsite. Visits to the ibex breeding enclosure can also be arranged.
Mujib is place for nature lovers who are fit and enjoy walking. Facilities are simple and it can get very hot in summer. River tours are popular and pre-booking is essential.

Dana Nature Reserve
What’s special about it? Dana Nature Reserve is a system of wadis and mountains, which extend form the top of the Rift Valley down to the desert low- lands of Wadi Araba. Dana is truly a world of natural treasures. Visitors to Dana can experience the beauty of Rummana Mountain, the mystery of the ancient archaeological ruins of Feinan, the timeless tranquility of Dana Village, and the grandeur of the red and white sandstone cliffs of Wadi Dana.

Dana is a large reserve (308 square km). Established as a protected area in 1989. It contains a remarkable diversity of landscapes, ranging from wooded highlands and rocky slopes to gravel plains and sand dunes. It supports a wide variety of wildlife, including many rare species of plants and animals.

Dana Wild Life The Dana Nature Reserve lies at the junction of three continents and contains several different vegetation types, providing habitat for a wonderful variety of flora and fauna. In fact, Dana is home to about 600 species of plants, 37 species of mammals, and 190 species of birds.

Things to do There is a wide variety of hiking trails, from short one hour circuits to day- hikes requiring an over night in camps. All trails offer spectacular views and rock formations and some pass important archaeological sites, including the ancient copper mining center of Feinan. The campsites and guesthouse are in equally spectacular locations and are places to relax and enjoy the scenery and peace and quiet. Shuttle buses provide transport to the campsites and there is a visitor center where you can see local crafts being made. Trained guides are available for all tours.

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