Ultra X Jordan

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Sports & AdventureWadi Rum
Dates28 September–2 October 2026Confirmed listing
Duration5 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceUltra X Jordan's defining feature is its
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: JOD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Ultra X Jordan in Wadi Rum

Ultra X Jordan, also called the Wadi Rum Ultra, is a five-day, roughly 220-kilometer multi-stage ultramarathon held each September or October across Wadi Rum's dramatic desert terrain, reaching its 10th anniversary edition. Unlike fully self-supported ultras, organizers transport competitors' gear between campsites and resupply water at regular checkpoints, while the route passes rocky canyons, sand dunes and historic sites throughout the landscape nicknamed the Valley of the Moon.

Ultra X Jordan, also known as the Wadi Rum Ultra, sends competitors across roughly 220 kilometers of desert terrain over five consecutive stages run between Monday and Friday, with each day's stage covering between 35 and 60 kilometers and starting anywhere from 4 a.m.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Ultra X Jordan's defining feature is its supported-but-challenging format: competitors carry only daily provisions while organizers handle gear transport and water resupply, making a genuinely demanding five-day, 220-kilometer desert ultramarathon accessible to competitors who might avoid a fully self-supported format elsewhere

02

The mystery stays covered

Its setting in Wadi Rum, filming location for Dune, Lawrence of Arabia and multiple Star Wars films among others, gives the race unusually strong visual identity that has become central to its appeal, drawing runners as much for the cinematic desert scenery as for the athletic challenge of the stages themselves

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The race connects modern multi-stage ultramarathon competition to Wadi Rum's identity as a landscape long associated with Bedouin desert travel and

Water and renewal

Living ritual

more recently

The sacred route

Living ritual

major international film productions

The local code

Living ritual

blending athletic endurance with cinematic desert mystique

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

28 September–2 October 2026

Getting around

Plan arrival around the route or course in Wadi Rum; closures can make normal travel slower.

What to wear

Lightweight, breathable desert running gear suited to extreme heat is essential, along with trail shoes offering grip on both rocky and sandy terrain, a hat and sun protection, and warm...

Safety

Ultra X Jordan is easier when spectators give competitors, vehicles and staff room to work.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Wadi Rum.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

JOD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map29.51 N, 35.34 EOpen in Google Maps

Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum, Jordan

Nearest airportAQJ — King Hussein
TransportPlan arrival around the route or course in Wadi Rum; closures can make normal travel slower.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Wadi Rum.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Wadi Rum via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Wadi Rum, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearLightweight, breathable desert running gear suited to extreme heat is essential, along with trail shoes offering grip on both rocky and sandy terrain, a hat and sun protection, and warm layers for cold desert nights at camp between stages.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Jordan and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Ultra X Jordan?

Ultra X Jordan is listed for 28 September–2 October 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Ultra X Jordan take place?

The festival is listed in Wadi Rum, Jordan. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

5 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum, Jordan

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLultra-x.co
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates28 September–2 October 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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