Floating in the Dead Sea: What Your Clients Need to Know

At over 430 meters below sea level, the Dead Sea's mineral-rich water makes floating effortless — and its mud is famous for its therapeutic qualities. A few tips worth passing on to your clients: avoid shaving before a dip, don't get the water near your eyes, and rinse off promptly afterward at the resort's freshwater showers. Most Dead Sea resorts, including the ones in our catalog, include full spa facilities so guests can extend the experience well beyond a quick float. One overnight stay is usually enough to enjoy the sea, the mud, and a spa treatment without feeling rushed — many travelers pair it with Amman on one side and Petra on the other, since the Dead Sea sits almost exactly between the two on the Desert Highway. Sunset is the best time to float: the light over the Judean hills across the water is spectacular, and the afternoon heat has usually eased off by then.