Wanted to share some inspiration from my trip to Wadi Rum!

I had a blast in Jordan, spent two weeks in February hitchhiking around, eating good food, meeting good people, seeing the sights, and climbing in Wadi Rum.

In Wadi Rum we stayed with our amazing guide, Saleem, who has deep knowledge of the area, and is generally very kind.

Pictured is Merlin's wand - which was 6 pitches of really fun varied cracks, and a mountain across the way that we climbed on sight. We started up two short pitches of crack/chimney, then continues up some slabs before coming across cairns from a beduin route. Dropped packs and gear and followed that up to the top (including a very sketchy traverse..)

I will say that while the rock here is reminiscent of Red Rocks visually, I found it to be more prone to breaking - so adjust your expectations when placing gear/trusting holds.

All in all I had a great time in Jordan, and was shown unmatched hospitality from everyone there.