The leg opened with a cinematic "Lawrence of Arabia" scene involving an Ottoman-era steam train and bedouin horsemen.
" The Amazing Race of Arabia " (Season 34, Episode 5) is widely regarded by fans and critics as an episode where the carried a leg that otherwise featured underwhelming and linear tasks . While history was made with the show's first-ever visit to the Kingdom of Jordan, many viewers felt the legendary city of Petra was underutilized, with the race coming down to simple puzzles rather than complex navigation. Key Leg Highlights [S34E5] The Amazing Race of Arabia
One racer had to use a metal detector to find "spaceship debris" (a nod to films like The Martian filmed there) buried in the sand dunes. The leg opened with a cinematic "Lawrence of
Teams chose between Camel Caravan (physically hauling hay and water) and Palace Puzzle (completing a large slide puzzle of the Palace Tomb). Key Leg Highlights One racer had to use
Linton & Sharik were eliminated after falling behind at the Roadblock. Despite Sharik's near-quit in the previous leg, critics noted she was physically capable during this heat-heavy leg, but their slower pace at the camel task ultimately led to their exit. Community Perspectives
Reviewers and fans shared mixed feelings on the balance of the episode's location and challenges.