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GUIDELINES FOR VISITORS
A
few basic guidelines
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Experience the day today life of the
people around you. Interact with the
local community while showing respect
for its laws and customs.
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Practice a few phrases in Arabic.
People will appreciate your efforts.
Please is min fadlak in Arabic and
thank you is shukran.
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Ask permission before photographing
or videotaping persons.
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Support the local economy whenever
possible by buying local produce.
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In hotels, turn off lights and adjust
thermostats to conserve energy before
leaving your room.
Help
preserve...
Helping
preserve the beautiful nature can be achieved
through following some simple steps. Here
are a few tips:
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Keep noise levels down as noise can
disturb birds and other animals.
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Keep to proper footpaths, do not feed
wildlife and do not pick flowers or
other plants.
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Do not damage trees and do not spray
historic monuments with graffiti.
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Water is scarce in Jordan, so please
practice conservation and keep water
sources clean.
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Stick to designated roads when driving.
Off-road motoring is both risky and
damaging to the environment.
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Fire making is strictly prohibited
in all reserves, except in designated
barbecue pits.
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Do not approach, threaten or feed
wild animals.
When
in a nature trip...
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Avoid hiking alone or in the dark.
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Watch your footing on rocky or steep
slopes, and always stay on the trail.
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During heavy rainfall, avoid low-lying
areas such as canyon floors that are
susceptible to sudden flash floods.
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Bring your own water for drinking
and cooking, as natural water sources
may not always be clean or accessible.
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If you do use water from a spring
or stream, treat it by boiling or
with purification tablets.
Remember
to bring ...
water,
a hat, comfortable hiking shoes, a camera,
binoculars, and identification guides
for wildlife. For overnight camping trips,
take a sleeping bag or blankets, food,
and plastic bags for garbage. It is always
a good idea to carry a flashlight, a compass,
matches, waterproof clothing, and a first
aid kit.
By
minimizing your impact on the wildlife,
you will help to protect and preserve
the sanctity of Jordan's nature for future
generations to enjoy.
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