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

Although it's free to soak in the Dead Sea, you usually need to and bring your own towel if you're not a resort guest. It's a good idea to wear waterproof sandals to protect your feet from rocks and hot sand, and to avoid wearing jewelry, which can be tarnished by the extremely salty water.



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Although it's free to soak in the Dead Sea, you usually need to and bring your own towel if you're not a resort guest. It's a good idea to wear waterproof sandals to protect your feet from rocks and hot sand, and to avoid wearing jewelry, which can be tarnished by the extremely salty water.

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Tips as to What to Bring, and What NOT to Bring to the Dead Sea
  • Bathing suit.
  • A change of clothes – I have issues putting back on the clothing I've been sweating in all day, so I always bring a complete change of clothes. ...
  • Water shoes or sandals that hold your feet. ...
  • Sunscreen – especially for your face.
  • A Newspaper.


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Flip flops and/or water shoes — while you can wear flip flops to a Dead Sea beach, as you get closer to the edge of the water, you'll find that there's lots of sharp rocks. You will also start to see some salt crystals as you get closer to the water, so make sure to change into water shoes once you get in.

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For men - short to the knee or below are fine.... Ladies - calf length Bermuda type pants are fine. Jeans and T shirts are absolutely fine for both. At resort hotels in the Dead Sea and Tala Bay for example - the dress code is more relaxed - as are some areas of West Amman.

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Fact: You can – and you should. Pads might not be the best option, since they'll absorb water till they're soaked, and could get weighed down or fall out. Plus, they might be visible through your bathing suit. On the other hand, tampons are convenient and safe to use in water.

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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.

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No, you do not need to bring your own towels to an all-inclusive resort because towels are usually provided in abundance. Most resorts will provide them in each guest room and also have extra towels available by the pool or beach area.

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The public beaches have public bathrooms and changing rooms, and showers on the beach. You won't stay in the Dead Sea for long – it's not for swimming since you float upon entry. Rather, the whole idea is a few minutes of floating, and benefiting from the healing properties of its salt and other minerals.

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Avoid water splashing at the Dead Sea. The high level of salinity is dangerous to the eyes and can cause burns. Avoid burns: It is recommended to go with flip flops. Walking with bare feet on the hot stones or sand can cause burns.

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What happens if you swim in the Dead Sea for too long? If you stay in the Dead Sea for too long, the high salt concentration may dry out and irritate your skin, and if ingested, can cause discomfort.

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Dead Sea salt can help in dandruff management, too. Dandruff is often caused by dirt and dead skin build-up, as well as excessive oil from the hair. Dead Sea salt helps prevent dandruff by acting as an exfoliator for your scalp, removing dirt and dead skin, as well as absorbing excess oil produced by your hair.

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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.

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Only float in the Dead Sea 10-15 minutes 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. On that note – Don't splash!

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How long should I spend in the Dead Sea region? There isn't much to do in the area itself, so a day trip or a day and one night will be plenty of time to relax and enjoy floating in the Dead Sea.

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