The Dead Sea doesn't have traditional beaches. It's mostly just mud and built up salt as you walk in, so it's not the most comfortable ground to walk on barefoot. Be sure to bring water shoes or flip flops, so you can walk around and get in the water without hurting your feet.
You can't walk on the water of the Dead Sea. The water is rich in salt and minerals, so it has a silky, thick consistency that will keep you afloat if you're swimming. But the buoyancy is not enough to walk on. You can, however, walk on large slabs of solid salt that form in the water, and along the shore.
And you legit don't need to do a single thing other than physically get in the water, which is the entire point: the Dead Sea has such high salinity that you'll effortlessly float, so there's no need for concern if you don't consider yourself a swimmer. What is this?
You'll probably find it surprisingly hard to stand up, as the saltwater of the Dead Sea (it's eight times more salient than regular seas) takes control of your buoyancy.
Don't stay in the Dead Sea longer than 10-15 minutes. The salt water irritates your skin, and after 15 minutes it can start to sting. Remember that the Dead Sea is about 10 times saltier than typical oceans and seas.
Another reason for swimming in the Dead Sea in designated swimming areas is so that you can take a shower after you get out. You will want to rinse off the excess mud but you may also need to get the mineral rich water off you quickly, especially if your skin has reacted badly to it.
Rinse off your body after every bath
After swimming in the Dead Sea, my advice would be to rinse off your body immediately! Trust me; you don't want to stay with that salt on your body until you get to shower later in the day. Otherwise, you will be scratching all day long!
No one can sink in the Dead Sea is a misconception. The Dead Sea is highly saline that is salt content is very high. Due to the high salt content, the water of Dead Sea is denser than the freshwater. So objects which are denser than the salty water will sink while those which are not will float.
The Dead Sea doesn't have traditional beaches. It's mostly just mud and built up salt as you walk in, so it's not the most comfortable ground to walk on barefoot. Be sure to bring water shoes or flip flops, so you can walk around and get in the water without hurting your feet.
I didn't realize it until we arrived and were talking to some of the folks here – but it's a good idea to wear an old swimsuit when swimming in the Dead Sea. Due to the high salt concentration, it can strip the color of your bright, new swimsuit!
Although whoever enters the water immediately floats, you should keep in mind that it is still possible to drown in the Dead Sea. This happens when swimmers get caught in strong winds, flip over and swallowing the salty water. Always make sure to only enter proclaimed beaches, in the presence of a lifeguard.
Don't dive, don't put your face in the water and avoid getting it in your eyes – because anything wet with over 30 percent salt and minerals (about 10 times more than most of the world's oceans) is going to sting.
Top tips for taking a Dead Sea dip
- Don't shave anywhere for a day or two before you get to the Dead Sea – the minerals in the water will make every scratch sting. - Do not wear jewellery – almost everything except 24-carat gold will instantly tarnish (though it can be cleaned).
Don't shave before entering the water.
Put the razor down at least a day before heading to the Dead Sea and ideally 2-3 days if you can handle the hair. The high salt level of the sea will leave sensitive areas feeling on high alert and stinging like crazy.
Experts recommend limiting a Dead Sea swim to 20 minutes or less, as prolonged immersion in such salty water can cause dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and other problems.
The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth at about 1,400 feet (430 metres) below sea level. Its waters are 10 times saltier than regular sea water. While full of therapeutic minerals, the water is toxic to ingest.
Visiting the Dead Sea should be a smooth experience – but there are a few things to keep in mind: There are sinkholes around the Dead Sea – that said, if you're traveling around on your own, make sure you don't go too far on your own. These beautiful sinkholes might be appealing, but they could also be dangerous.
Dead Sea mud helps protect hair from damage and brittleness, if the protection is achieved through the effect of the minerals it contains, such as bromine, zinc and iodine, these minerals help to correct current scalp and hair problems, and also to prevent them from occurring in the future.
Be careful not to get your hair wet if it tangles easily – the water is very drying so I tied mine up. If you're planning to visit the Dead Sea, you'll only need one night there since there's not much else around.
There's nothing worse than arriving at the Dead Sea super pumped only to feel like your entire body is burning upon submersion, due to the water's high salt content (33%). Shaving will leave your skin raw and ripe for the stinging, so letting your hair grow at least two days (if not more) is highly recommended.
This is due to its location below sea level as harmful UV rays are filtered through three natural layers. These include an extra atmospheric layer, an evaporation layer above the Dead Sea and a thick ozone layer. (Though we still recommend wearing sunscreen!) 8.
Even though all the salts in the sea also exist in your body, any cuts you may have on your body will sting. So, ladies and gentlemen, if you depilate by shaving or waxing, do it the night before the visit, not the morning of the visit itself.