Is Jordan Safe for Female Travelers in 2025? A Traveler’s First-Hand Experience
If you’re a woman considering traveling solo to the Middle East, you’ve probably wondered: Is Jordan safe for female travelers in 2026? It’s a fair question—and an important one.
Jordan is a beautiful and diverse country that is on my travelers’ bucket lists. It has breathtaking landscapes, a rich history and even one of the World’s Wonders. But as with any destination, especially for women traveling alone, it’s essential to know what to expect.
In this guide, I’ll break down everything that solo female travelers need to know about visiting Jordan. From safety tips and cultural etiquette, to on-the-ground experiences and practical advice.
I’ll share what went well during my trip, what I wish I had known beforehand, and the nuanced reality of traveling solo as a woman in a conservative, male-dominated culture.
Is 2026 a Good Time to Visit Jordan?
Even though Jordan is a very popular touristic destination, you might have heard that it’s currently facing a tourism crisis. Ever since the war started next door in Palestine, many tourists have become too scared to go there.
Even though I understand people’s concerns to travel so close to conflict, I do think that now it’s an amazing time to visit Jordan.
The war is next door, yes. Unfortunately, Jordan is no stranger to bordering conflict. Having Syria and Iraq as neighboors, Jordan is a country that is used to being close to war. But that doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be in danger by traveling there.
Jordan is currently facing a tourism crisis due to the war in Palestine
In fact, Jordan is considered one of the safest countries to visit in the Middle East. So, if the lost city of Petra and the Dead Sea are on your bucket list, this might be the perfect time to visit.
Wondering how to get to Petra? There are several transportation options — and I explain them all here: How To Visit Petra — All Transportation Options Explained 🧭
I heard from locals that Petra used to get around 10.000 visitors per day. When the war in Palestine started, it dropped to as low as a few hundreds. Now there’s apparently about 4000 people visiting daily.
Even though it’s really sad to see the way it’s affecting the locals, this is really good news for people visiting Jordan right now.
It’s unheard of to visit Petra without crowds. Now, that’s exactly what is happening! It’s a golden chance that you really shouldn’t miss.
I still can’t believe that I got to visit Petra without crowds
Is Jordan Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
According to many women, Jordan is considered one of the safest destinations in the Middle East for solo travel. Many female travelers have explored Jordan’s ancient ruins, deserts and cities without serious issues—and I was one of them. I visited Jordan solo in April 2025 and, overall, I was safe throughout my trip.
But while I didn’t face any direct threats, I did encounter a number of challenges that made parts of the experience uncomfortable and, at times, emotionally exhausting. That’s why I think it’s important to go beyond the edited Instagram highlights and share a more honest, practical look of what solo female travelers might experience in Jordan.
I was safe during my trip to Jordan but it was one of the most difficult solo trips of my life
Real Talk: The Struggles of Solo Female Travel in Jordan (2025)
In my experience, traveling solo in Jordan was a struggle. Even though I absolutely loved floating in the Dead Sea and I will never forget the moment when I first saw the Treasury in Petra, the difficult parts of this trip will stay with me for a long time.
One of the things I struggled with the most when traveling solo in Jordan was the fact that you attract so much attention by being alone as a woman.
I tried to be open-minded and ignore it at first. Deep down, I wanted to believe that men in Jordan could really just be friendly and trying to be helpful when striking up a conversation. But it didn’t take me long to understand that it wasn’t the case and the conversations would turn creepy very fast if I didn’t keep distance.
I tried to stay open-minded in Jordan but I quickly understood I shouldn’t indulge in conversation with local men
In my experience traveling solo in Jordan, almost every time I responded politely to a local man who tried to start a conversation, the question ‘Do you have a boyfriend?‘ came up within minutes.
Unfortunately, this isn’t uncommon for solo female travelers. There are insufferable men everywhere, not only in Jordan.
But, after the 35 countries that I’ve visited solo, Jordan was the place where men were the most disrespectul towards me.
After visiting 35 countries solo, Jordan was the most challenging solo trip I’ve ever taken
During my solo trip to Jordan in 2025, I encountered several uncomfortable situations that made me rethink how I engaged with strangers—particularly men.
In one especially unsettling moment, a man approached me inside a mosque and wouldn’t stop asking personal questions: if I had a boyfriend, if I loved him, where I lived and whether I was traveling alone.
I kept lying and telling him that my boyfriend would be joining me later, hoping it would end the conversation—but he wouldn’t stop. He kept pressing and eventually insisted on getting my Facebook or phone number. I refused, of course, but I had to carefully manage the situation to avoid the risk of him following me.
At the Dead Sea, two local men insisted on showing me the hotel’s spa area. When I declined, they bluntly asked if I would sleep with them at their hotel.
I tried to be open-minded but quickly understood that the two local guys striking up a conversation with me at the Dead Sea had second intentions
On two separate occasions, men asked me how much I weigh—guessing around 65 kilograms—and said they could carry me, which felt both invasive and deeply disturbing. I simply didn’t know what to think, how to act or even what to reply when faced with such a comment.
Even in the peaceful setting of Wadi Rum, I was offered a “private stargazing tour” by a man whose intentions didn’t feel innocent. Especially after spending days avoiding another man who persistently offered to drive me all the way from Petra to Wadi Rum.
These experiences were a stark reminder that, while Jordan is generally safe in terms of physical danger, solo female travelers may still face persistent and often sexualized attention that can quickly become overwhelming.
How to Dress in Jordan: Clothing Tips for Female Travelers
When I first arrived in Jordan, I started exploring Amman wearing a t-shirt and biker shorts that ended just above the knee. I had read that Jordan was more liberal than some of its neighboring countries, but I quickly realized that it’s still a very conservative place—especially when it comes to how women dress in public.
Surprisingly, Amman was actually the place where I felt the most pressure to cover up. It was the only city where I felt it was necessary to keep both my knees and shoulders covered, particularly when walking through more local or less touristy neighborhoods. I eventually got into the habit of wearing long clothing and always carried a lightweight overshirt in case I felt I was drawing too much attention.
Amman was the place where I felt the clothing expectations were the most strict
But it’s important to understand that dressing according to local expectations doesn’t guarantee you’ll avoid uncomfortable experiences. One of the most unsettling moments of my trip happened inside a mosque, where I was fully covered in the clothing provided to me at the entrance.
Despite being appropriately dressed, a man still approached me and began asking invasive personal questions. It was a clear reminder that even when you’re respecting the culture and covering up, harassment can still happen. It’s not always about what you wear.
Staying safe as a solo female traveler in Jordan requires more than just adequate clothing
Compared to Amman, I found that Petra and Wadi Rum were much more relaxed when it comes to clothing for women.
In the town of Wadi Musa, which serves as the gateway to Petra, I still carried a loose shirt with me to throw on over my outfit when walking through local streets—just to be respectful and avoid drawing unnecessary attention.
But once inside Petra itself, it felt completely different. The site is so popular with international tourists that locals working there seemed very accustomed to a wide range of clothing choices. I felt comfortable wearing short sleeves and even having my knees exposed.
The same applied to Wadi Rum, where the desert setting and the tourism-driven environment made it feel acceptable to dress more freely.
Felt comfortable dressing like this in Petra and Wadi Rum — locals are used to tourists there
What I Wish I Knew Before My Solo Trip to Jordan
As a solo female traveler in Jordan, I often felt exposed and like a target, regardless of how I dressed or behaved.
The fact that I was traveling alone seemed to attract unwanted attention, especially from men. They seemed to see my solo status as an opportunity to approach me and ask inappropriate questions.
While I tried to stay calm and confident, it was clear that being an unaccompanied woman made me stand out in ways that I hadn’t anticipated. In hindsight, I really wish I had joined more tours during my trip.
Having fellow travelers with me on the tours, instead of being alone, would have helped me feel both safer and more relaxed while exploring Jordan.
I wish I took more tours instead of exploring Jordan on my own
The reality is that public transportation in Jordan isn’t great, which made traveling solo a bit tiring and sometimes even intimidating. On my own, I found it difficult to navigate. The lack of reliable, accessible transport options just added unnecessary stress to my trip.
Looking back, I know my trip would have been far more enjoyable if I had joined more tours—like the one I took to the Dead Sea—since they would have provided a more comfortable and secure way to explore, while also reducing the feeling of isolation.
Looking back, I also wish I hadn’t felt the need to be so nice and friendly to every local I interacted with.
While I was just trying to be polite and respectful, I quickly realized that friendliness from a solo female traveler is often misinterpreted. In several situations, what I saw as basic kindness was taken as an invitation for something more, leading to uncomfortable or persistent advances. I’ve learned that in certain contexts, especially as a woman traveling alone in a conservative country, being more reserved isn’t rude—it’s necessary.
Where to Stay in Jordan: Safety Tips for Female Travelers
Staying in good and safe accommodations is a must for solo female travelers. Finding the best hostels should be a main concern for women planning to travel solo to Jordan.
While exploring Jordan, my hostels were my safe places. I spent lots of time researching which accommodations to choose and I had amazing experiences in all of them, except one.
I’ll leave a list below, in case fellow solo female travelers need tips on where to stay in Jordan.
Where to stay in Amman:
- Battuta Hostel – this is the hostel where I stayed when I first got to Amman and it’s a really nice place. The staff is friendly and the hostel itself is stylish and cosy, even though it isn’t the most modern. There is only downside to this hostel: it’s not super central.
- Nomads Hotel – I made friends with a fellow traveler in Amman and he was staying at this hostel. I went there to meet up with him and was really impressed by it! The common areas are very cool and there is a rooftop with an amazing view.
- The Cabin – This is by far my favorite hostel in Amman! It’s the one I chose for my last few nights there, before flying away, and I’m really glad I stayed there. The staff is really nice and friendly and this hostel’s location just can’t be beaten! It’s extremely central, so you’ll be able to walk everywhere. The beds are super comfortable and the whole hostel is very clean. I was actually sad to leave!
The Cabin has to be the best hostel in Amman
Where to stay in Wadi Musa (Petra):
- Rafiki Hostel: I picked this hostel for my stay in Wadi Musa and it was the perfect choice! Honestly, this hostel’s staff is probably the most friendly I’ve ever seen. Especially the owner, who invited me for lunch as soon as I arrived at the hostel and even gave me a ride from Petra after I went to the Petra by Night show. I felt right at home and would recommend this hostel to everyone!
Rafiki Hostel is a perfect place to stay in Wadi Musa (Petra)
Where (not) to stay in Wadi Rum:
I stayed in Wadi Rum for 2 nights and that was too long. I wish I took a tour to Wadi Rum and stayed there for just one night. It would have been more than enough to experience the desert, without spending too much money. Because being isolated in the desert will cost you.
- Moon Island Camp: I made the mistake of choosing this place to stay and deeply regretted it. The owner is a very toxic person and I saw him being rude to other guests and even employees more than once. Whatever you do, don’t stay there. It will probably ruin your Wadi Rum experience just like it did mine.
Wadi Rum is amazing but staying at the Moon Island Camp ruined my experience
Final Thoughts: Is Jordan Right for Solo Female Travelers?
To be completely honest, I didn’t find it comfortable to travel solo as a woman in Jordan.
But the issue wasn’t simply that I’m a woman—it was that I was alone. Being unaccompanied made me feel more visible, more vulnerable, and more likely to attract unwanted attention, no matter how I dressed or behaved.
That being said, Jordan is a truly beautiful and culturally rich country, so I understand why so many solo female travelers still choose to visit. If you’re planning a trip, just go in with your eyes open: prioritize your safety, consider joining group tours and be prepared to set firm boundaries. You can still have an amazing experience—just don’t underestimate the emotional energy that solo travel in a place like Jordan can require.
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