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Golf cart in Petra: the most comfortable way to discover the Rose City The unique layout of Petra, carved into rocky canyons over 2,000 years ago, makes getting around it a special consideration. One of the different options available is a golf cart, which can be found right at the entrance of the site. Here are some more details about this charming and comfortable experience.
Using a golf cart in Petra makes sense because it speeds up the journey from the entrance to the Treasury, the most famous monument in Petra. The distance between the two points is almost 2 kilometers, which can be a considerable distance for travelers who are not in good physical condition.
However, using a golf cart in Petra can also be a good idea for those who don’t have much time for the visit. This way, reaching the Treasury will be a short and beautiful process, as it can save up to two hours of walking on foot.
Once you reach the Treasury, there are three different options: continue with the golf cart to other places in the archaeological site, continue on foot for a free visit, or return to the entrance with the same vehicle.
If you opt for only the journey to the Treasury, visitors will discover the rocky canyon called Siq, where the first interesting elements of Petra can be found: the Djinn blocks or blocks of God, the Tomb of the Obelisks, and the channel excavated in the rock, through which the Nabateans supplied water to their city. And once at the Treasury, the imposing monumental structure, built to preserve the tomb of King Aretas III in the 1st century BC, will leave the group speechless.
If, on the other hand, you decide to continue, you can also visit other places in Petra, as long as the terrain allows for golf cart transportation, such as the Street of Facades, the Theater, and the Columned Street.
Golf carts are available for visitors right at the entrance to the site, located in the town of Wadi Musa, next to the visitor reception center. However, the availability of these vehicles is limited, so it is recommended to reserve them in advance to ensure that this service will be available upon arrival.
As we mentioned, the golf cart service in Petra can include three types of services:
One-way journey to the Treasury Round-trip journey to the Treasury One-way journey to the Treasury, continuation through the rest of the archaeological site, and return to the entrance
The capacity of golf carts in Petra varies, as there are different models. But generally, the service can be reserved for up to 5 passengers per vehicle. The minimum age to enjoy this experience is usually 12 years old.
Depending on the needs of each group, additional services can be added, such as hotel pick-up or a bottle of water for the journey. It is also possible to select a guide in Spanish, who will explain the places of interest during the journey.
The most common practice is to reserve a golf cart in Petra for only the one-way journey or for the round trip, which takes about an hour and a half. However, if you have any other specific needs or want to extend the service, you can contact Jordan Exclusive to handle any other details.
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