Golf Carts in Petra (Subject to availability)

Golf car in Petra: the most comfortable way to discover the Pink City
The peculiar layout of Petra, carved in rocky gorges more than 2,000 years ago, makes moving through it also a special issue, to be taken into account. And among the different possibilities are the golf cars: in Petra They are available from the door of the enclosure. Here we tell you more details about this friendly and comfortable experience.

What does this activity consist of?
Use a golf car in Petra It has a clear meaning: to speed up the movement that goes from the door of the enclosure to the Treasury, which is the most famous monument of this destination. Between both points they measure about 2 kilometres, which is a considerable distance for travellers who are not in good physical condition.

But use a golf car in Petra It can also be a good idea for those who do not have too much time for the visit. In this way, getting to the Treasury will be a brief and beautiful procedure, as it can save up to two hours of walking on foot.

In any case, when you arrive at the Treasury three different options open: continue with the golf car through other places of the archaeological site, continue on foot for a free visit or return to the entrance door with the same vehicle.

If you only opt for the trip to the Treasury, the visitor will discover the rocky canyon called Siq, where the first interesting elements of Petra are located: the blocks of Djinn or blocks of God, the Tomb of the Obelisks and the channel carved into the rock, where the Nabataeans supplied water to their city. And already in the Treasury, the imposing monumental structure, built to preserve the tomb of King Aretas III in the first century BC, will leave the entourage speechless.

If, on the other hand, you decide to continue, you can also reach other places in Petra, provided that the terrain allows you to travel by golf car: the Facade Street, the Theatre, the Colonnaded Street …

Where you get a golf car in Petra
Golf carts are available to visitors at the very gate of the enclosure, located in the town of Wadi Musa, next to the visitor reception centre. However, the availability of these vehicles is limited, so it is recommended to book in advance to ensure that this service will be available upon arrival.

What's included and more details?
As we said, the golf car service in Petra can include three types of service:
-One-way trip to the Treasury
-Round trip to the Treasury
-One-way trip to the Treasury, continuation through the rest of the archaeological site and return to the entrance door
The capacity of golf cars in Petra varies, as there are different models. But usually, the service can be booked for up to 5 passengers per vehicle. The minimum age to enjoy this experience is usually 12 years.

Depending on the needs of each group, other additional services can be added, such as hotel pick-up or a bottle of water for the road. It is also possible to select a guide in Spanish, who will explain the places of interest during the journey.

IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING THE ELECTRIC GOLF CARTS:

1-Please, note that golf carts are owned by the PRA (Petra Region Authority) this is not a service we own/manage. As such since this is not a service, we are responsible for, we can’t promise/guarantee it to our clients.

2-Because there’s currently only a limited number of electric golf carts available for hire. It is not possible to pre-arrange/book this service. It’s made so that other groups who may be more in need of it get a fair chance upon their arrival at the site.

3-In our experience we can share that priority in allocation is typically given to groups with any elderly travellers, people with any physical disabilities & families with infants/children. Other travellers can request to get it as well, presuming it’s available on the time of their arrival at the visitor centre (if not occupied by other groups).

4-JHT drivers/guides can assist you in requesting/arranging this service on spot if PRA confirm availability at your time of arrival at site.

5-Payment for this as per below schedule is to made directly to the PRA at the visitor centre. So, we cannot book them, and we cannot accept payments. 

 There are a limited number of electric golf carts available for hire. The hire of these can be arranged through the Visitors Centre on the day of your arrival and are subject to availability. Each golf cart holds a maximum of 5 guests and the driver. The golf cart booking is for 1.5 hours maximum. This ride is not insured and is upon the guest’s own responsibility. Please note that your guide counts as 1 person so if you are on a private tour for 2 people with a guide then the rate for 3 people will be charged for the golf cart. 

*Please note that rates for golf carts is subject to change by Petra Region Authority .