Floating in the Dead Sea
2 July 2022
The Dead Sea is located between Jordan, Israel and the West Bank. It is said to be the lowest point on earth – at over 400meters below sea level and 360m deep.
It is a tourist attraction because of the unique experience of floating in it. The sea is buoyant because of its high salt content, around 29%. It is called the ‘Dead Sea’ because nothing can live in it.
The Dead Sea can also be accessed from the Israel side. Our guide informed us that the sea is shrinking and he believed that within 25 years, there will be nothing left but salt granites- frightening thought!
We were not warned that to reach the Dead Sea, you have to go down quite a lot of steps from the resort. It was a very long way down! And some people are put off by this, and swim in any of the many infinity pools. I had to sum up my courage to descend. I was there to experience floating in the Dead Sea so I must. I was not daunted by the fact that I had to climb those stairs back to the resort!
This is my favourite photo of the trip to the Dead Sea. One of the unique experiences that is widely reported is being able to float in the Dead Sea whilst reading a newspaper! These two beautiful ladies proved just that- amazing!
I am non-swimmer but I floated in the Dead Sea effortlessly which was a fantastic experience. You too can do the same.
Thanks Sis Molly
Beautiful scenery quite encouraging floating as a non swimmer. Hmmmm Jordan looks inspiring nice one.
Hi Olu Thanks for your comments. I am glad that you are inspired by my blog. I had a great time in Jordan. You can do so too.. Put it on your list of “must visit” places. xx
Hello Molly
This is a very interesting write up of your visit to Jordan, I especially enjoyed reading about your visit to the Dead Sea. I would love to go there myself one day though I’m not sure I would make it up and down those steps. However if I don’t make it to the dead sea you certainly have shown me there are many more attractions I could visit instead.
Looking forward to your next adventure.
Thank you Kentish Maid. I am glad you enjoyed reading my blog and you are inspired to visit Jordan. I don’t know whether or not there is an easier route down to the Dead Sea from another location. It was certainly a challenge getting down to it but worth it!
Thanks Molly
You have certainly made me think of Jordan as a destination I could visit in the future.
Graham
That’s great Graham. I am pleased that you are inspired to visit Jordan. I had a great time and experience. You will do so too when you visit.