The Top 11 Gorges in the Esh Shara
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 11
to choose from in the Esh Shara. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Esh Shara.
to choose from in the Esh Shara. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Esh Shara.
Last updated: October 8, 2025
The main entrance to ancient Petra is through the Siq, a narrow, 1.2 km long gorge in the sandstone formation. The riverbed of Wadi Musa once ran here; this can …
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Left and right of the path through the Siq in the direction of the Treasury, the remains of water pipes that were once several kilometers long can be seen. They …
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'Siq al-Barid' (Cold Gorge), also known as 'Little Petra', is located approximately 6 km north of ancient Petra. The buildings, carved into rocks, were probably built at the height of …
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Very nice route through the Siq to Petra. Be sure to walk, even if the horse-drawn carriages are annoying.
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The route from ‘Al-Khazneh’ (Treasury) to the center of Petra first leads through the narrow Outer Siq. The gorge widens and you stand in the 'Street of Facades', which is …
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After about 2 hours of walking you reach the "Hanging Gardens". A dream. After that, at least in November, the hike only continues in 20 cm high water.
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A steep stone staircase in the narrow gorge takes you to a viewing point with a view of the rocks in the wadi. There is a coffee and tea house with seating here.
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Small waterfall with a plateau at the top to take a break, this is where the guides take their lunch break. Good point to return.
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The Wadi Feid is a picturesque gorge known for its steep rock faces and natural waterfalls. The rushing river is a good source of water along the Jordan Trail. It …
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We only saw on the way back (the path downstream of the path taken on the way out) that it was obligatory to follow this path with a guide. There …
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