EVERY THURSDAY - Tuqu’ to Arab Ar-Rashaida (Wadi Jhar)
This hike will take you from Tuqu’ through Wadi Jihar to Arab Ar-Rashaida village. Here in Bedouin lands you will see their camels and livestock in pastures. The path descends into the spectacular Wadi el-Jihar, a deep limestone canyon in the desert. The caves there have been used for homes for a long time. The terrain is rocky, with a few small climbs.We emerge from the valley reaching Arab Ar-Rashaida village.
- Length: 15 km
- Starting time: Every Thursday at 8 AM
- Walking duration: 4 hours
- Category: Moderate
- Approximate return: 3 PM
- Price: (Includes: experienced trekking guide, transportation form and back to the meeting point.)
What to bring?
- Lightweight walking boots and modest comfortable clothing
- Possibly walking poles
- At least 2 liters of water, sandwiches and snacks
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Passport or ID card, phone, camera
MEETING POINT: In front Bank of Jordan at Bab Zukak Junction in Bethlehem. It is the last bus stop for #231 bus starting from the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem. The buses are frequent (around each half an hour) and it takes around 45 minutes to arrive to Bethlehem.
Route
- Bethlehem