Ajloun, Aug. 13 (Petra) – Adventure tourism is gaining ground in Ajloun Governorate, drawing visitors looking to combine nature exploration with outdoor activities while providing a boost to local tourism and businesses, tourism specialists noted.
Ajloun Governorate Council Committee Chair Muawiya Annab stated that the governorate has the natural assets to become a leading destination for adventure tourism, with its forests, hiking trails, valleys, and scenic sites attracting visitors year-round.
He added that further developing this segment and improving related services could diversify Ajloun’s tourism offering, encourage visitors to stay longer, attract investment, and generate economic opportunities for local communities.
Ajloun Forest Reserve Director Odai Qudah indicated that the reserve has strengthened its position as an adventure tourism destination by offering activities that immerse visitors in nature while introducing them to Ajloun’s distinctive environment. These activities, he explained, form part of the reserve’s sustainable tourism approach and help attract visitors while supporting nearby communities through employment and demand for local services and products.
Tour guide Issa Sharaa noted that Ajloun has an extensive network of nature trails popular with hikers and adventure seekers, allowing visitors to explore the governorate’s environmental diversity, forests, valleys, and panoramic views. He added that better-developed trails and professional guiding services can make these experiences safer and more organized while helping protect natural sites and promote responsible tourism.
Tourism content creator and activist Yasser Hananadeh pointed out that social media has brought greater attention to natural sites that were previously little known, encouraging young people and families to explore destinations across the Kingdom. He added that content creators have a responsibility to present destinations realistically and highlight their diversity, which can help lesser-known sites reach a wider audience.
Tourism business owner Woroud Khasawneh observed that the rise in adventure tourism has increased demand for accommodation, hospitality services, and locally made products in communities surrounding tourist sites.
She added that the sector also offers opportunities for small businesses to expand and diversify their services, contributing to the local economy and creating jobs for residents of the governorate.
//Petra// AO
