Region in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
Internet in Wadi Rum: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Wadi Rum?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Rum Village has some wifi; camps have limited or none. Mobile data works near the village only.
Getting online in Wadi Rum
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Not applicable; most camps have no fibre. |
| Cafés and coworking | Rum Village has some wifi; camps have limited or none. Mobile data works near the village only. |
| Tourist SIM | Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Zain Jordan, Orange Jordan, Umniah |
| Monthly data plan | JD5–10 ($7.1–14.1) |
Coworking in Wadi Rum
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Middle East
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Wadi Rum?
Median fixed broadband in Jordan is 194 Mbps and mobile is 46 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-03). Rum Village has some wifi; camps have limited or none. Mobile data works near the village only.
Which SIM card should I get in Wadi Rum?
Zain, Orange and Umniah booths at Queen Alia airport arrivals and shops in town; passport needed. Data is cheap.
Can I use an eSIM in Jordan?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Jordan
- Zain Jordan
- Orange Jordan
- Umniah
- Wadi Rum Protected Area
- Visit Jordan
- Jordan Pass
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.