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The journey across Wadi Rum was the first of a series of expeditions riders from the ADCRC are planning for the rest of the season. Photo: Tariq Al Salman
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The group traversed 100km across the Wadi Rum desert on camelback, an expedition they accomplished in three days. Photo: Arabian Desert Camel Riding Centre
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Unlike in the UAE, in Jordan, saddles are fitted to the top of the camel's hump. Photo: ADCRC
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While the trip was designed to put the group’s camel riding skills to the test, it was also a way for them to interact and learn about desert and Bedouin culture outside the UAE. Photo: ADCRC
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The group comprised six people, most of whom are regular riders at the ADCRC. Photo: ADCRC
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The group trekked through varying expanses within the desert, traversing through red, white and yellow sands, while encountering different shapes of mountains. Photo: ADCRC
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Another interesting distinction between riding culture in the UAE and Jordan is the sounds used to communicate with the camels. Photo: Tariq Al Salman
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The journey across Wadi Rum was the first of a series of expeditions riders from the ADCRC are planning for the rest of the season. Photo: Tariq Al Salman
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The group traversed 100km across the Wadi Rum desert on camelback, an expedition they accomplished in three days. Photo: Arabian Desert Camel Riding Centre
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Unlike in the UAE, in Jordan, saddles are fitted to the top of the camel's hump. Photo: ADCRC
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While the trip was designed to put the group’s camel riding skills to the test, it was also a way for them to interact and learn about desert and Bedouin culture outside the UAE. Photo: ADCRC
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The group comprised six people, most of whom are regular riders at the ADCRC. Photo: ADCRC
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The group trekked through varying expanses within the desert, traversing through red, white and yellow sands, while encountering different shapes of mountains. Photo: ADCRC
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Another interesting distinction between riding culture in the UAE and Jordan is the sounds used to communicate with the camels. Photo: Tariq Al Salman
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The journey across Wadi Rum was the first of a series of expeditions riders from the ADCRC are planning for the rest of the season. Photo: Tariq Al Salman
UAE group traverses 100km across Wadi Rum desert on camelback
Three-day journey was organised by Arabian Desert Camel Riding Centre
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