UAE group traverses 100km across Wadi Rum desert on camelback

A group from the UAE travelled to Jordan’s Wadi Rum, where they traversed 100km across the desert on camelback, an expedition they accomplished in three days.

The journey, which began on October 19, was organised by the Arabian Desert Camel Riding Centre. The group of six, most of whom are regular riders at the centre. They were led by Ayesh Al Anzi, a local Bedouin familiar with the terrain, as well as Jana Schmiedel, who has years of experience navigating deserts on camelback.

The trip was a test of endurance, says one of the participants Tariq Al Salman. The group has ample experience…