Important Information About Club Cars

By Rashed Farajat
24.12.25 5 minutes reading

Petra by Night: Important Information About Club Cars & Visitor Responsibility

Petra by Night is designed as a walking experience, allowing visitors to enjoy Petra in its most authentic and atmospheric form—on foot, at a relaxed pace, and immersed in history under the stars.

Club Cars: Limited & Not Recommended

Club cars operating inside the Petra Archaeological Park during Petra by Night experience are not operated, managed, or controlled by Petra by Night. These services are independently managed by the Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (PDTRA), and a the Horse Local Association  and are designated exclusively for people with disabilities and elderly visitors.

The number of club cars is strictly limited to three vehicles per night, and availability depends entirely on park operations and on-site decisions based on first come first served. For this reason, club cars should not be relied upon or expected when planning a visit to Petra by Night.

A Walking Experience by Design

The Petra by Night program is intentionally created as a walking experience since 1998. The candle-lit walk through the Siq is an essential part of the experience and contributes significantly to its atmosphere, storytelling, and emotional impact.

Most visitors are able to complete the walk comfortably when wearing appropriate footwear and allowing sufficient time to proceed at a relaxed pace.

Visitor Responsibility & Disclaimer

While Petra by Night is committed to delivering a high-quality cultural experience, we do not carry any responsibility for complaints, claims, or inconveniences related to club cars or internal transportation services, as these fall entirely outside our operational scope and control.

Visitors are kindly advised to plan their visit accordingly and to base their expectations on a walking experience, not on the availability of transportation services within the park.

Transparency & Continuous Communication

Visitor feedback is always valued and, where relevant, shared with the responsible authorities to support transparency and future improvements. However, operational decisions regarding internal transportation remain the sole responsibility of park management.

Petra by Night is best experienced as it was intended—on foot, unhurried, and illuminated by thousands of candles.

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