Things to do in Dead Sea
The Dead Sea - in Arabic Al-Baḥr Al-Mayyit (“Sea of Death”), and in Hebrew Yam HaMelaẖ (“Salt Sea”) - is a natural salt lake located between Israel and Jordan. It's intriguing ancient history, which dates back to Biblical times, and incredible natural beauty makes this a must-see location for anyone visiting the region.
It's surface and shores are approx. 1,400 ft. below sea level, making it Earth’s lowest point. Almost 10 times as salty as the ocean, the extremely high salt density allows swimmers to float in its waters. As its name suggests, the high levels of salinity and concentration of minerals also means that no fish or aquatic species can grow or survive in the Dead Sea.
Believed to have healing properties, the Dead Sea attracts visitors from far and wide seeking its natural wellness benefits. The nutrient rich mud surrounding the waters creates an all-natural spa treatment. You will find buckets of raw Dead Sea mud along the shore which you can use on your skin and allow to dry in the sun, before washing it off and floating in the water.
The high concentration of minerals in the water, the low elevation and high oxygen levels make for an extremely unusual but restorative environment and are said to heal many health issues including skin conditions, arthritis, heart conditions and respiratory issues.
There are public beaches along the shores open to locals and day-trippers. If you’re looking to stay the night, then there are some luxurious hotels in the area with private access points to the water. You will also find a number of spas located along the coast where you can spend the day relaxing and indulging in wellness treatments.
The Dead Sea is accessible by public transport or car. The easiest and most popular way to visit is booking a guided tour with transport included.
Our recommendations in Dead Sea
Private Petra day trip including Little Petra
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from central Amman or the Dead Sea. Discover the enchanting lost city of Petra and Little Petra all in one day!
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Private full-day Aqaba shore excursion to Petra and Little Petra
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from Aqaba to the enchanting lost city of Petra and Little Petra all in one day.
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Dead Sea relaxation tour from Jerusalem
The Dead Sea relaxation tour is a unique experience that will allow you to float in the Dead Sea.
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Dead Sea swimming trip with lunch from Amman
Buy your Dead Sea swimming trip with lunch from Amman with Musement and enjoy a relaxing day at the beach and swim in the warm therapeutic waters.
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Private Petra day trip including Little Petra
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from central Amman or the Dead Sea. Discover the enchanting lost city of Petra and Little Petra all in one day!
en, ar
Private full-day Aqaba shore excursion to Petra and Little Petra
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from Aqaba to the enchanting lost city of Petra and Little Petra all in one day.
en, ar
Dead Sea relaxation tour from Jerusalem
The Dead Sea relaxation tour is a unique experience that will allow you to float in the Dead Sea.
en
Dead Sea swimming trip with lunch from Amman
Buy your Dead Sea swimming trip with lunch from Amman with Musement and enjoy a relaxing day at the beach and swim in the warm therapeutic waters.
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From Jerusalem: full-day guided tour of Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea
Book your tour of Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea from Jerusalem. Discover the desert fortress of Masada, swim in the waters of the Dead Sea and see Ein Gedi.
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Half-day private tour to Madaba and Mount Nebo from Amman or Dead Sea
Start this wonderful half-day tour with an exploration trip to Madaba and Mount Nebo from Amman or Dead Sea.
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Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea tour from Tel Aviv
Discover the archeological site of Masada, the natural reserve of Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea on a self-guided day trip from Tel Aviv.
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Masada sunrise tour from Jerusalem
Experience the sunrise over the Dead Sea from the Masada fortress plus explore Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and swim in the Dead Sea on this day trip from Jerusalem.
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Dead Sea relaxation tour from Tel Aviv
The Dead Sea relaxation tour is a unique experience that will allow you to float in the Dead Sea.
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Day trip to Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea from Jerusalem
Book the Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea day tour to visit the ancient fortress of Masada, explore Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, and float in the Dead Sea.
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Dead Sea self-guided tour from Jerusalem
Book the Dead Sea chill out tour with Musement! Float in the famous salty water or immerse yourself in the mineral-rich mud.
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Masada sunrise tour from Tel Aviv
See the sunrise gleam over the desert on this day trip from Tel Aviv. Visit the fortress of Masada, explore Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and swim in the Dead Sea.
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