What time of day is best to swim in Dead Sea?

What time of day is best to swim in Dead Sea? The best time to visit the Dead Sea in Jordan is usually around spring (March and April) and autumn (October and November). This is when the weather is not too hot and not too cold – making it just perfect for a swim.

Can you wear a bathing suit in the Dead Sea?

The high salt level of the sea will leave sensitive areas feeling on high alert and stinging like crazy. Arrive with your bathing suit on.

What not to do at Dead Sea?

Can you wear contact lenses in the Dead Sea?

The water in swimming pools, rivers, lakes, and oceans is home to bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms that can cause serious infections. Simply put, water and contact lenses don't go well together when swimming or even showering.

Do I need to bring a towel to the Dead Sea?

I recommend a small hand towel for use at the shore of the Dead Sea, to wipe your hands, or your eyes if you got water in them. And I recommend a full-size towel for rinsing off after you're out of the Dead Sea.

Should you put your face in the Dead Sea?

Usually, the lifeguard on duty will help you with water on hand to help you rinse your eye. But you really don't want to get the Dead Sea in your face, so just float and don't get it above your neck (my recommendation). Just a very relaxed and controlled float.

Should you get your hair wet in the Dead Sea?

Try not to put your face or hair in the water It's just not a good idea to get your eyes and mouth near the water, because if any were to get in, that would be the end of your time at the Dead Sea. In addition, you will want to pull your hair up and avoid getting it in the water.

How do you bathe in Dead Sea?

Both at the Ein Gedi baech and the Ein Bokek beaches there are public showers and changing rooms. The showers are out in the open (YOU HAVE TO SHOWER WHEN YOU GET OUT OF THE DEAD SEA) and for a small fee you can use the public changing rooms.

Do I need shoes to swim in the Dead Sea?

Be sure to bring water shoes or flip flops, so you can walk around and get in the water without hurting your feet.

Do you get dehydrated at the Dead Sea?

The water is really salty, so salty in fact that you don't want to spend too much time in the Dead Sea. If you do stay in the water too long, you can get dehydrated! Make sure when you get out to rise off and drink plenty of fresh water to avoid getting dehydrated.

Is there less oxygen at Dead Sea?

Not only are its waters unique, but so is the very atmosphere above it: there is an atmospheric pressure high enough to filter the suns harmful UV rays, more oxygen than at sea level, and more calming bromine in the air around the Dead Sea than anywhere else on earth.

What should you not do before swimming in the Dead Sea?

Do not shave before swimming in the Dead Sea. You might want to get bikini ready or get rid of that travel beard but think twice before doing so. The salt water will sting.

Do you get sunburnt at the Dead Sea?

Sunbathing at the Dead Sea has less of a sunburn risk than other destinations. 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.

How long should you swim in the Dead Sea?

? The recommended amount of time to swim in the Dead Sea is 20 minutes or less; staying too long can cause dehydration. ? Stay hydrated, and drink plenty of clean, drinking water to replenish your skin and body from the saltiness of the lake.