Work exchange in Jordan: Support and Hospitality in a Bedouin Dese...

What you offer

15h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Content Writer: Write, edit and publish inspiring content.

Web Developer: Help develop and maintain websites.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

Verified Host: This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 12 weeks

The Experience

Every day begins with heartfelt goodbyes to departing guests as we send them off with a warm "bay bay." Then, it’s time to welcome our new arrivals! 🍵 We greet them in the office with a soothing cup of tea, sharing the day's exciting plan before embarking on an unforgettable desert tour with our knowledgeable guide. Meanwhile, I dive into my online work, responding to emails, managing social media, and crafting engaging advertisements.

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Requirements

Beginner English or Intermediate English
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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9 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Camping

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

8 Get in touch with nature
7 Immersing in the local culture
7 Meeting locals
4 Meeting international travelers
3 Developing social awareness
3 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 1. No poverty
1 2. Zero hunger
1 3. Good health and well-being
1 6. Clean water and sanitation
1 15. Life on land
1 17. Partnerships for the goals

Vidosav

Bosnia and Herzegovina

The volunteering was nice and easy . I stayed there for 2 weeks and it was interesting and fun experience . There were also other volunteers who helped and with whom I explored the desert.I recommend to anyone who wants to chill, see the desert and be part of bedouin life. Thank you Khaled for the opportunity and good luck to you and your family , see you next time if not as volunteer then as a guest. Greetings from Mahmood :)

16 days ago

Nadia

United States

I just left the camping and I already miss it. This felt like a once in a lifetime experience and I only hope I can come again to volunteer and change that to “twice+” Khaled is an open, honest, respectful, generous host who treated me like family. I learned so much about desert life from him and his family. The desert is awe-inspiring, and perfect if you like long walks, climbs, and just sitting and thinking - or going on tours/hikes on your days off. Honestly, I felt like I grew as a person here and would recommend this to anyone who sees the Wadi Rum and feels excitement and intrigue. Do it.

19 days ago

Emma

United States

Khaled and his family are so welcoming and accommodating. During my time here, my work was straightforward and flexible. The experience isn't about the work though- it's to immerse yourself in the landscapes and the lifestyle, to learn some Arabic phrases, to enjoy tea by the fire every night, to get to know the lovely family that has run this the camping for generations. Khaled's the camping is a special place and I would 10/10 recommend the experience to others. ❤️

about 1 month ago

Ivan

Argentina

I had an incredible time in Wadi Rum , the place is unparalleled. The desert is unique and something you have to see at least once in your life. Our host, Khaled, was super respectful, kind, attentive in every way, and above all fun. He allowed us to immerse ourselves in his culture, with the people of his village, and his beautiful family. It's an experience I 100% recommend, both for the beauty of the place and the kindness and good treatment of Khaled and his family, who truly made us feel at home.

3 months ago

Constanza

Argentina

My experience with Khaled was my first time volunteering around the world, and it couldn't have been better. He welcomed us with open arms, shared his culture, introduced us to his family, and always made sure we were feeling good, confortable and had everything we needed. We shared so many laughs, tea (amazing tea), stories, even a tradicional wedding. The peace and calm of the camping is something I will never forget. I really recommend this experience — words can't describe how special it was.

3 months ago

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