Is Jordan safe for travel? That was the question I was constantly asked before my trip in November 2024. And YES, Jordan is safe. I felt completely safe the entire time. There is hardly any violent crime and it will be extremely hard to find a report of something happening to a tourist. I felt much safer in Jordan than I do in the United States as well as some European cities. Everyone is so friendly and they are truly invested in you enjoying their country.
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Decrease in Tourism
There has been a huge decrease in tourism and I discussed this with multiple tour guides during my stay. Most people said there has been a 70% decrease in tourism. A lot of the sites were pretty empty when I was there and they really appreciate the tourists who are still visiting and spending their money there.
Group or Solo Travel?
On this trip, I signed up for a group travel tour through Travel Talk Tours. It was very organized and I had an excellent tour guide. It definitely made it easier to travel throughout Jordan. You can read about my weeklong itinerary here.
That being said, I would absolutely travel to Jordan as a solo female traveler. You could rent a car, pay for a driver, or check out bus schedules to get around Jordan. You can use BusBud to check out bus schedules. From Amman to Petra, it is around $26 USD.
Overall Thoughts
I had an incredible trip and would not hesitate to go again. Petra is one of my favorite places in the world and everyone should see it in their lifetime. I loved staying the night in the Wadi Rum desert and watching the colors change from sunrise to sunset. I had excellent hospitality and I am so glad I ignored the negative comments and went ahead with my plans.
Extend your trip with 2 free nights in Abu Dhabi!
If you choose to fly Etihad, you can add a free 1-2 night stopover in Abu Dhabi where they will pay for your hotel. Read more about this opportunity here.
Must Have Travel Items for Jordan
- Lightweight hiking shoes for Petra and Wadi Rum
- Supergoop is my go-to face sunscreen
- I recommend using a small hiking backpack for your time in Wadi Rum and Petra
- Scarves if you are visiting mosques
- Packable jacket for chilly desert nights
- Cargo pants for desert exploration
- Linen pants to beat the head
- Airalo eSIM (only works on unlocked phones)
- Ekta Travel Insurance