If you are all set for an adventure to discover a sense of history and to explore the present miracle of nature, then Jordan is one place you ought to see. It is a place where you can get in touch with your spiritual self and find hidden treasures, literally and otherwise. Religion has painted the walls of Jordan with art and culture. If you are ready for some unique adventures, the go ahead and cruise around Jordan. Booking your car hire in Jordan through Car Hire 3000 means that you can travel safe in the knowledge that your car will be ready for you when you arrive. View our Fleet Guide for full details of the cars available in cities such as Amman Airport or Amman City Centre.
Although a conservative country, Jordan does allow women to drive. And it is actually a common sight to see women behind the wheel. Carry with you your licence at all times along with your vehicle’s documentation as provided by the car hire company.
Even with high fines, drivers do still ignore speed limits. To answer this issue, police officers now use speed-monitoring trailers to catch over speeding drivers in strategic locations around the city. This allows them to track violators more effectively.
Buckling up your safety belts is required for both drivers and passengers. Children’s safety seats are not a requirement mainly because they are unavailable in Jordan.
Jordans roads may be a hazardous when the rainy seasons of December to March come in. Roads can sometimes have poor lighting, so be extra careful especially at night. Generally, the quality of Jordan roads are in top condition though highways can be really crowded and traffic might be bad. This happens mostly during and after Muslim Holidays where most people go back to their work in the Gulf States. Be extra careful when driving in Amman during the summer as it can get extremely crowded.
The desert road of Aqaba is a popular hotspot. Be extra careful when driving on its highway since the roads are rather narrow, steep and crowded. If you can, avoid driving in that area at night. Be on the look out for farm animals that may roam on the road. If you are in some kind of an emergency you can call 199.
For more information on driving in Jordan, you can contact the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at (202) 966-2664. If you are visiting Jordan, why not read our Jordan Travel Information.
Summary:
- Seatbelts should always be worn
- Children should sit in the back
- Children under 4 should use a child seat
- For safety reasons, you should never drink and drive
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