Dead Sea
Lowest point on Earth — float in salt water + Ma'in hot springs + mud baths
The Dead Sea is Earth's lowest point (-430m) — the water is 10× saltier than the ocean, meaning you literally float. Also: Ma'in Hot Springs waterfalls, mineral-rich mud baths, Baptism Site (where Jesus was baptized). Combine with a spa hotel stay.
Dead Sea highlights
Float in the Dead Sea
You literally cannot sink. Slather yourself in the mineral mud first. Rinse thoroughly after (salt burns cuts).
Dead Sea beach clubs (public)
Amman Beach + Wadi Mujib Beach — public access with showers, cabanas, food. JOD 15-20 entry.
Dead Sea spa hotel day pass
Kempinski, Mövenpick, Marriott — day pass ~$40-70 for beach + pools + spa access.
Ma'in Hot Springs waterfalls
30 min south — thermal waterfalls at Ma'in Six Senses resort. Day pass available.
Wadi Mujib canyoning
Jordan's Grand Canyon — Siq Trail canyon walk in flowing water. April-October only. JOD 25.
Baptism Site (Bethany Beyond the Jordan)
UNESCO where Jesus was baptized. Cross-border view of Israel. Combined guided visit only. JOD 12.
Mount Nebo view
20 min from the coast — where Moses saw the Promised Land. Panoramic view + Byzantine church mosaics.
Getting there
No airport — 45 min-1h drive from Amman (AMM). JETT bus from Amman ($10) or taxi (~$50). Alternatively, come from Petra (3h drive north).
Getting around
Rent a car or taxi. Public transport very limited along the Dead Sea road.
October-April (mild). Avoid June-August (40°C+ at the coast).
$40-80 backpacker (public beaches) · $200-400 mid-range resort · $500+ luxury (Kempinski Ishtar)
Airport transfer from Queen Alia International (Amman) — 45 min-1h drive (AMM)
Getting out of Dead Sea (AMM)
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