JORDAN CHALLENGE
2027 dates coming soon
- 2027
- 6 DAY TRIP
- 2 DAY CHALLENGE
Take on the Jordan Ultra Challenge! It’s 2 marathon distances over 2 days at your pace in a fantastic setting on an inspirational route through the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum, with vast silent landscapes, ancient sun baked riverbeds, sand dunes, and a Bedouin style basecamp. This 6 day trip is action packed – a testing challenge, magnificent scenery, camping under the stars, camaraderie, full support, a visit to Petra – the ‘8th wonder of the ancient world, and capped with some relaxation in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. An unforgettable Arabian adventure – and a Challenge like no other!
The Adventure
Jordan is a popular destination – and for a good reason, with a fantastic mix of history, stunning landscapes, and unique sights. Wadi Rum – described by T.E Lawrence (.. ‘of Arabia’ fame) as ‘vast, echoing and god-like’ – provides an imposing desert backdrop for our double marathon distance challenge – with sandstone skyscraper-like towers carved by weather & winds, giving a unique Martian-like landscape. After a tough day on the trails under the sun, relax in our private Bedouin style campsite with showers, dining tents, a bar with cold drinks, evening entertainment, and some great food.
With a visit included to the incomparable UNESCO World Heritage Site of Petra, the ‘Rose City’ – the perfect way to cap off an incredible 2-day desert challenge. April 2027 is the time to do something really special!
Fly to Jordan on Wednesday, with an overnight in Amman. On Thursday we transfer to the desert and check in to our desert basecamp in the heart of Wadi Rum. It’s 3 unforgettable nights at our Bedouin style camp – with 2 testing marathons in between. After the main ‘challenge’ we then visit the famed city of Petra, with a guided tour of the site included, before a welcome spa style hotel and with time to relax and a bit of a celebration!
Home for 3 memorable nights – and we go to some lengths to provide a few ‘home-comforts’ which may surprise you! There’s decent toilets, showers, good tents, a lively dining area, evening entertainment, a well stocked bar, a medical tent, and plenty of fantastic freshly prepared food by our local chefs.
A 42 km (26 mile) marathon distance challenge in the heart of Wadi Rum – at your pace on each of the 2 days. Early starts on the both days with stunning looped routes out & back to our basecamp – with rest stops & lunch en route. On the Friday, at the 84km finish line – a big cheer, a medal, and a cold drink await, and if you have the energy there’s plenty of time for a celebration meal & maybe a glass of beer or wine at camp!
It’s your challenge – at your pace – and our support is geared up to handle leisurely walkers, seasoned Ultra runners, and all in between! The route is signed, our fully stocked rest stops will keep you going, and we have pace walkers & runners out on the course to team up with.
Just like our UK Ultra Challenges – you’ll find our support is second to none:
- Rest stops (am & pm) with snacks, drinks, toilets, medics
- Lunch stop at half way – cold buffet
- UK trip leader and core staff & medical team
- Signed route & local guides
- Showers & evening medical surgery + podiatrists
- Vehicle support.
- Medal & T-shirt
- Challenge App & training material
The challenge is fine for all levels of athletic ability – and you can join as an individual or couple and meet up with others, or as a team of friends or work colleagues and make it a group adventure to remember. You can sign up and Self Fund your place – (just like a holiday) – OR support a charity of your choice and fundraise. There’s a ‘Land Only‘ option if you want to organise & book your flight to make your travel arrangements easier – or maybe to stay in Jordan for extra days after (or before) your Ultra Challenge.
The Details
Whether you are a keen runner, weekend walker, or complete novice first-timer – you’ll love this new Arabian adventure! There’s 1st class support & hospitality, combined with a great feeling of camaraderie from a group of like-minded challengers. If you’ve already cracked our Saharan Challenge or Iceland Challenge, you’ll know what to expect – transfers, hotels, food and great support every step of the way. You can join as an individual, with a friend, or as a group, and take the 2 marathon challenges on at your pace. It’s a great value ‘all inclusive’ package – for an unforgettable April 2027 challenge!
- Return flights from UK to Jordan
- Transfers
- All meals as part of itinerary
- 2 nights hotel accommodation on twin share basis (single supplement available)
- 3 nights camping – tent & mattress included on a single basis
- Entrance fees to Wadi Rum
- 2 days trekking / jogging / running.
- Signed route & local guides
- Medical Team & podiatrists
- AM & PM rest stops & lunch stop
- Celebratory dinner at Basecamp
- Cold beer / drink & medal at the finish
- Challenge App with all the info
- Kit list & training plans
- Unlimited FREE UK training walks
- Pre trip video briefing
- Jordan Ultra Challenge T Shirt
- If you are travelling as a ‘land only’ challenger,
you must organise your own Visa. You can do
this upon arrival in Amman. The cost is 40
Jordanian Dinars. - For ‘Land Only’ package – Transfers to basecamp (free if you are able to join our group bus transfer from the initial hotel venue – or circa £300 for private 4×4 transfer – final price tbc)
- Personal kit, sleeping bag, & equipment
- Travel insurance (get it early – and make sure it covers ‘curtailment’ – in case you are unable to travel in April’25)
- Alcoholic & fizzy drinks from the camp bar or hotels
- Any extra items, meals, or activities at a hotel
- Single supplement for 2 nights at hotels (£200 extra)
- Tips for local camp crew (we recommend Euro 50 per participant – as the local crew work very hard!)
Our full package is on a flights included basis – from UK (London) to Jordan with a low cost carrier. With all flight inclusive packages it means you would meet up with the group at the airport on departure day. Action Challenge has full ATOL coverage.
You can opt for a ‘Land Only’ package – and book your own flights with any airline, and then join up with our main group in Jordan. This may suit you if departing from a non-London airport makes your arrangements easier – or if you want to add extra days after (or before) your Ultra Challenge itinerary to make the most of your visit to Jordan, and explore more of its fabulous sights.
FREE UK TRAINING WALKS
With any overseas challenge booking
• Average 20km distance
• Led by our UK leaders
• Do as many as you like
Prices & Sign Up Online
Do it for yourself – or support a charity of your choice. Sign up online & pay an initial deposit to secure your place. Flights inclusive package – or Land Only option. All participants get a free place on a 50km UK Ultra Challenge of their choice to use as a ‘warm up’.
* Participants must be at least 18 years old on departure day. All participants will be required to sign a Medical Declaration & prove that they have the appropriate personal travel insurance cover in place.
Sponsorship for Charity
Pay a small registration fee & commit to fundraise for a charity of your choice.
Mixed Funding for Charity
Pay half your place, & fundraise a smaller target for your chosen charity.
Corporate Team Packages
Are you looking for a new Challenge and a fantastic way to reward & bond a group? Perhaps you have a charity of the year you’d also like to support?
If so, the Jordan Challenge could be perfect for your Team – to re-energise, get in shape, and to enjoy an unforgettable adventure together! We provide flexible payment & fundraising options. Push yourselves further in 2027!
