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A float in the Dead Sea is one of the highlights of every visitor's trip to Jordan. At 410 metres below sea level - the lowest point on earth - it is the saltiest, most mineral rich and unique body of water in the world. These elements, combined with natural springs and the warm, dry climate, create an extraordinary feeling of well-being and offer a relaxing break from a busy sight seeing schedule!

Visiting the Dead Sea...
Our standard Jordan tours already include a visit to the Dead Sea.

If you just wanted a week diving in Aqaba, but wish to visit the Dead Sea too, we can arrange it. Just ask and we'll quote you.

How long should you spend..?
With Aquatours you can spend as much or as little time at the Dead Sea as you like. Many people just want to just stop-off at the Dead Sea for a few hours, so that you can have a good 'float' and cover yourself in Dead Sea mud. Alternatively, you may wish to spend a few nights or even a week here, for some serious pampering in the world class Dead Sea Spa's.

MOVENPICK Dead Sea Resort & Spa
On the shore of the historic Dead Sea, at the lowest spot on earth, stands the unique 5 star Mövenpick Resort & Spa. The resort`s close-to-nature, traditional stone village ambience enhances a world of enchantment.

The rooms and public areas of the Movenpick are designed around streets and squares within extensive and mature landscaped gardens. There is direct beach access to the North Eastern shore of the historic and unique Dead Sea as well as two swimming pools. Eight restaurants/bar facilities provide a variety of venues for eating and drinking each with a unique ambience.

The Sanctuary Wellness Spa offers health-giving and luxury treatments incorporating the special properties of the Dead Sea. A gym, two tennis courts, library and Snoopy club for children are amongst the many facilities to make your stay a memorable one.

For Christians, the most significant event associated with the River Jordan is undoubtedly the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist. The reported Baptism Site at "Bethany beyond the Jordan" (John 1:28) is one of the most recent significant archaeological and religious discoveries. In addition to its unique spiritual and cultural aspects, the site harbours some special natural values, which makes it a true eco-tourism location.

"Bethany beyond the Jordan" includes a salt marsh wetland, which is stretching along Wadi al-Kharrar. The wadi is a tributary of the Jordan River and is located within its larger flood plain, between the monastic complex on Elijah's Hill and the Jordan itself. The wetland area is following the stream of Wadi al-Kharrar and contains typical flora and fauna: tree frog and marsh frog as well as several species of hydrophilic dragonflies, water beetles and some crustaceans.

Visiting the Dead Sea and Bethany...
Aquatours standard Jordan tour already includes these sites.

If you are not doing one of our tours, but wish to visit the Dead Sea or Bethany as an add-on, it can be arranged. These sites are are best visited from Amman, so a night in Amman is usually necessary. Our Jordan holidays can be tailor-made to your requirements. Just ask for a quote.
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