Profile information
Host rating
70 %
Reply rate
65.4 %
Usually responds within 4 days
Feedback
24
Email verified
Badges (2)
Details
Description
Description Hello, my name is Raad. My family and I run our own Bedouin camp in the majestic desert of Wadi Rum. We offer Jeep, Camel, Hot Air Balloon, and Hiking tours.
We would love some volunteers to help us with our day to day work at home and in the desert at our camp.
Also some help to create and update our websites and social media and teach me the best way to use these tools! ، I hope to see you soon! :D
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
All our volunteers are treated as a part of my large family which will give you a great impression of the traditional Bedouin lifestyle, The children are always eager to teach you some words in Arabic. I also encourage you to explore Wadi Rum village and to join in on our desert tours where you will meet people from all over the world and learn from the guides all about the long history and interesting way of life we lead!
Help
As a Bedouin I learned to speak English from the tourists. It`s enough for a normal conversation, but not to read and write properly, as I would like to. I would be grateful to find volunteers who can help me to improve my English. Volunteers main tasks would be helping in and around the house, care for our animals and garden as well as cleaning after tours. Help with online media marketing also would be useful!
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Volunteers will stay in our newly finished guest house attached to my own family home in Wadi Rum village. You will have your own mattress, pillow, and blanket and anything else you need. When we spend the night at our Desert Camp you will have your own Bedouin Tent with a bed. We will always offer you 3 meals a day with tea.
What else ...
Volunteers can join our Jeep and Camel tours for free, and in your free time are welcome to walk the many desert trails or stroll through the village. You can also get a quick trip to both Aqaba and Petra as buses leave the village daily.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day/ 5 days a week
Host ref number: 379758214321
Feedback (17)
18/01/2023
It was our first workaway and an incredible experience staying with Raad! He, and his entire family, welcomed us with open arms and made us feel at home from day one! We spent some nights in the village and some at the camp - we were lucky to be the first guests of the honeymoon tent that Raad built himself! We made friends with his camels,… read more
25/10/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Daniel)
Victoria and Daniel are really people. I can't get enough of words to describe them in the wonderful way they deserve. They stayed with me for about a week, although it wasn't a long time, but they provided help that needed a lot of time, as Victoria redesigned my website and made it in a very wonderful and clear image for clients, And Daniel had… read more
(Excellent
)
30/11/2022
I think there's a bit of exaggeration. I first made contact with Raad on November 10 for a supposed arrival around November 25. So no one mounth before. After several days of not talking to each other and not finally agreeing on a date, I didn't think I had confirmed anything. Anyway, I apologized for the misunderstanding and therefore for the… read more
27/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eloïse & Margaux)
She confirmed her volunteering with us a month before her arrival, and then she contacted us and wanted to change the date of arrival, after that on the day of her arrival she says that she cannot come, and this is not good because we refused to host many volunteers because of her arrival. I hope you will be punctual in appointments even Do not… read more
(No show)
10/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Attila & Anna)
Attila and anna, they stayed with us for two weeks, and their stay with us was really great. They helped us with many things, managing reservations, improving our Facebook page, cleaning in the camp, also in animal feed, and they worked hard until they stayed up late at night to get some work done and it was This is more than their working time,… read more
(Excellent
)
09/11/2022
It was our first workaway ever, and the 2.5 week stay with Raad was perfect for us! We helped with marketing, run ads, updated various listing sites etc. profile of the camp and finalized the website started by other volunteers. We got a nice room, also could sleep in the camp. We got 3 meals per day (all tasted fantastic!) and endless bedouin tea… read more
Feedback
These are extra optional ratings when members leave feedback. The average rating left for each option is displayed.
Accuracy of profile:
(4.9)
Cultural exchange:
(5.0)
Communication:
(4.8)
18/01/2023
Left by Workawayer (Victoria & Daniel) for host
It was our first workaway and an incredible experience staying with Raad! He, and his entire family, welcomed us with open arms and made us feel at home from day one! We spent some nights in the village and some at the camp - we were lucky to be the first guests of the honeymoon tent that Raad built himself! We made friends with his camels,… read more
25/10/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Daniel)
Victoria and Daniel are really people. I can't get enough of words to describe them in the wonderful way they deserve. They stayed with me for about a week, although it wasn't a long time, but they provided help that needed a lot of time, as Victoria redesigned my website and made it in a very wonderful and clear image for clients, And Daniel had… read more
(Excellent
)
30/11/2022
Left by Workawayer (Eloïse & Margaux) for host
I think there's a bit of exaggeration. I first made contact with Raad on November 10 for a supposed arrival around November 25. So no one mounth before. After several days of not talking to each other and not finally agreeing on a date, I didn't think I had confirmed anything. Anyway, I apologized for the misunderstanding and therefore for the… read more
27/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eloïse & Margaux)
She confirmed her volunteering with us a month before her arrival, and then she contacted us and wanted to change the date of arrival, after that on the day of her arrival she says that she cannot come, and this is not good because we refused to host many volunteers because of her arrival. I hope you will be punctual in appointments even Do not… read more
(No show)
10/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Attila & Anna)
Attila and anna, they stayed with us for two weeks, and their stay with us was really great. They helped us with many things, managing reservations, improving our Facebook page, cleaning in the camp, also in animal feed, and they worked hard until they stayed up late at night to get some work done and it was This is more than their working time,… read more
(Excellent
)
09/11/2022
Left by Workawayer (Attila & Anna) for host
It was our first workaway ever, and the 2.5 week stay with Raad was perfect for us! We helped with marketing, run ads, updated various listing sites etc. profile of the camp and finalized the website started by other volunteers. We got a nice room, also could sleep in the camp. We got 3 meals per day (all tasted fantastic!) and endless bedouin tea… read more
13/05/2022
Left by Workawayer (Ally) for host
My friend and I stayed at Raad’s camp for 5 nights and it was a really beautiful time in the desert! The desert is really unbelievable and we were in awe the entire time. The camp is set up as follows: there are individual tents for guests, a communal tent with bathroom/showers and common area with a fire, living area, and dance floor for cultural… read more
15/12/2021
Left by Workawayer (Klaudia) for host
Due to my bad planning and some confusion over the transport, I could only stay with Raad for 1 night, but already this time was richer than some of my past trips, I learned plenty about the Bedouin culture, got to meet Raad's family, see how they live at the village and try some authentic food and drinks. Raad did not require much work, gave me… read more
17/10/2021
Left by Workawayer (Lisa & Axel) for host
Our stay with Raad was just wonderfull! He is caring, always listening and explaining everything. He also showed us his favorites places in the desert and we barbecued several times. We really got to live the authentic bedouin experience and it was really great! Raad is really a great and super nice guy. When you will choose to stay with him you… read more
17/10/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa & Axel)
Lisa Axel are very wonderful people, from the first day of their stay with us, they were very wonderful and had a beautiful smile all the time, they helped me clean the camp in the desert and were doing their best, and then they took a professional photo of the camp and photos of me also were very very professional photos because I will use them… read more
(Excellent
)
07/10/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Edwin)
His stay with me was very useful, a person with a kind heart, he helped me with a lot of things, I highly recommend
(Excellent
)
26/07/2021
Left by Workawayer (Edwin) for host
If you’re looking for a great adventure in a very special place, I highly recommend staying with Raad in Wadi Rum! He is a very social and welcoming host, and a great jeep driver in the desert sand : ) Along with his large and caring family, I was taken well care of when I stayed with them for two weeks - a few months before the current pandemic… read more
07/10/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David and Pat are very wonderful people, from the first day they were here I felt like they were friends I have known for a long time, they helped me a lot, clean the farm and build some things in the camp, they also helped me online and did their best to help tremendously, I highly recommend them.
(Excellent
)
07/10/2021
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
Had a fantastic experience with Raad in Wadi Rum! He and his family and friends are incredibly welcoming, kind and generous. Work was not stressful, uncomplicated and everything needed was between myself and my friend we helped clean up the animal pens, did some work in the desert camp, mostly building and some maintenance and then also some work… read more
08/06/2019
Left by Workawayer (Natalia Anahi) for host
I had a great experience in the Desert, in Wadi Rum. I spent only a few days in the camp and helped to sort, clean the tents and help tourists feel comfortable as at home. Thanks to this wonderful group of work, and for showing me a part of their life, and of course, thanks for the hospitality...
19/04/2019
Left by Workawayer (Tenna Mitzie) for host
I had a really nice time with Raad! I got to see how the families in Wadi Rum live and also try it out for myself. Raad was really cool and let me have a lot of time off. He showed me a lot of the different camps, brought me out for my first camel ride, showed me his family and much more.
I had to leave before because of personal problems at home… read more
I had to leave before because of personal problems at home… read more
19/04/2019
Left by Workawayer (Amélie & Gabriel) for host
Staying at raad's camp will leave you fulfilled with hospitality and cultural Immersion. However do keep in mind that you are in the Middle of the desert so dont forget to bring a good book because if you stay for more than a week some days will pass very slowly.
We really enjoy our stay, and were able also to meet with all the lovely guests and… read more
We really enjoy our stay, and were able also to meet with all the lovely guests and… read more
02/04/2019
Left by Workawayer (ANTHONY) for host
Had a really great time with Raad helping him with his website and organizing/actualizing the different booking website... I also worked as photographer and help in the camp.
His mom is a really great cooker and all his family is really lovely !
I recommend a 100% Raad and his camp
His mom is a really great cooker and all his family is really lovely !
I recommend a 100% Raad and his camp
31/03/2019
Left by Workawayer (Linda) for host
Raad is a very kind, funny and friendly guy. I stayed with him for a week this February and enjoyed it very very much. Texting with costumers, going on desert tours with tourists and easy work around the camp where my main tasks.
Very easy and fun work! I loved staying there, sometimes I would sleep at his parents' home and spend time with his… read more
Very easy and fun work! I loved staying there, sometimes I would sleep at his parents' home and spend time with his… read more
16/02/2019
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer) for host
I stayed with Raad in Wadi Rum for 1 week, and it was a fantastic experience! I made a new video for his camp, along with editing and updating his website, and helping to update his booking.com account.
I was able to join onto 2 separate full day tours of Wadi Rum with guests, and used the rest of my time to edit the videos.
Raad has an amazing… read more
I was able to join onto 2 separate full day tours of Wadi Rum with guests, and used the rest of my time to edit the videos.
Raad has an amazing… read more
28/01/2019
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
I had a great time in Wadi Rum. Originally I went there to help Raad with setting up websites, but I eventually ended up doing all sorts of stuff, though I never was made to do something I didn't want to. I spent most of my time in Raads camp in the desert of Wadi Rum, and just sometimes went to the village to work on his laptop. Besides getting… read more
18/01/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Corina & Michael)
He created pages on websites and was exceptionally strong
(Excellent
)
16/01/2019
Left by Workawayer (Corina & Michael) for host
Raad and his family are very hospitable and welcoming! We spent only one week there (definitely could go for more :D) but it was an incredible time and we had much fun!
Basically we helped with the internet issues/homepages, tourist and some things at the camp itself. We spend the nights in the camp having dinner and breakfast there and go back to… read more
Basically we helped with the internet issues/homepages, tourist and some things at the camp itself. We spend the nights in the camp having dinner and breakfast there and go back to… read more
27/12/2018
Left by Workawayer (Timo ) for host
I had an incredible time with Raad and his family in Wadi Rum. They are such wonderful and welcoming people! Wadi Rum is a unique place and it was hard to realize the view up to those breathtaking huge rocks, which I saw every morning after stepping out of my sleeping room or tent. I could either stay in the desert camp or in the village house.… read more
