Walking among green hills, a stone's throw from the Golan Heights
An experience that offers hiking and camping in Jordan. Philodemus is a hiking and welcoming experience in the north of Jordan.
It is the first project to include overnight stays in tents. It’s a 4-day hike from Umm Qais to Ajloun, with useful services for hikers, from overnight stays to food, drink and transport of luggage or backpacks from one place to another.
The experience allows you to discover a fascinating area through information on the best routes and paths to follow. Hikers can also be guided to discover the paths around Umm Qais. Philodemus also provides overnight accommodation for 25 people in different areas of Umm Qais with food, drinks and a kitchen to prepare meals.
Quick overview
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Opening days
Open daily
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Opening times
Summer:
From 8:00 am till 9:00 pm
Winter:
From 8:00 am till 4:00 pm -
Accessibility
Not accessible for disables
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How to reach
By car:
From Irbid take Ateyat Bani Hani St. and then follow the signs for Umm Qais. The total distance is approximately 26 km. - Web
Services
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Hiking
Adventure tourism, camping tourism (internal and external), archaeological sites tourism
Available in English, Arabic -
Visits
Adventure tourism, camping tourism (internal and external), archaeological sites tourism
Available in English, Arabic
Additional Info
Bring with you Rucksack, Snacks, Sun protection, Change of clothes, ID
Visiting Rules
Basic rules:
All visitors are invited to observe the basic rules of respect for the preservation of nature. The natural heritage is protected under Jordanian and international laws
Covid 19 rules:
Visitors are requested to wear a mask in enclosed or heavily crowded areas and to maintain the safety distance indicated by the regulations in force