Private excursion to the Dead Sea, including visits to such remarkable sites as the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, Masada, Qumran National Park, as well as swimming in the Dead Sea and a visit to the Ahava cosmetics factory.
8-9 hours
Sun.-Sat.
Southern Israel
Walking tour
Upon request
Departure Point
Arranged with the client
Departure Time
Arranged with the client
Minimum Group Size
From 1 person
Dress Code
Clothing should be comfortable and appropriate for the weather. Comfortable walking shoes are especially important, as many walking routes may include uneven or historic stone surfaces.
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The Dead Sea, known in Hebrew as the “Salt Sea,” lies approximately 420 meters below sea level, making it the lowest place on Earth.
Thanks to a unique combination of natural factors, the Dead Sea region has been famous for its exceptional healing properties since ancient times, including during the era of the legendary Cleopatra.
Features of the Dead Sea
The region enjoys an exceptionally high number of sunny days — approximately 330 days per year — which is highly beneficial for the treatment of various skin conditions. The natural atmospheric filter created by the area’s depth of more than 420 meters below sea level reduces harmful ultraviolet radiation while allowing beneficial solar rays with therapeutic effects to penetrate.
The dry and clean desert air, containing very few allergens, is especially helpful for people suffering from respiratory diseases and asthma-related conditions.
The air is highly enriched with light ions of iodine, bromine, and other minerals, effectively turning the region into a natural inhalation center.
The area has the highest atmospheric pressure on Earth, while oxygen levels are approximately 15% higher than average, creating the effect of a natural hyperbaric chamber.
The concentration of salts in the waters of the Dead Sea reaches up to 33%, compared to only about 4% in the Mediterranean Sea. This highly mineralized water provides remarkable therapeutic benefits for many medical conditions.
The natural лечебная mud of the Dead Sea has an extremely high mineral concentration (up to 300 g/l) and is rich in mineral and organic components such as bromine and iodine.
Relaxation & Wellness at the Dead Sea
Sunlight, mineral-rich waters, thermo-mineral pools, therapeutic mud, and the dry, clean desert air all contribute to the high effectiveness of wellness and treatment programs at the Dead Sea.
The primary treatment method at the Dead Sea is climatotherapy — treatment based on the healing natural factors of the region in accordance with a physician’s recommendations.
The mild climate allows visitors to отдыхать and receive treatment at the Dead Sea throughout the year. The average water temperature is around 20°C in January–February and about 30°C in July–September. Rainfall in the region is extremely rare.
The hotel and resort complex of Ein Bokek is the most popular resort area on the Dead Sea. Visitors come here not only for medical treatment, but also for relaxation, spa therapies based on Dead Sea products, stress relief, and overall wellness improvement in SPA hotels of various categories.
Specialized clinics offer a variety of therapeutic and wellness programs for people suffering from skin diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, respiratory conditions, and chronic fatigue syndrome.
When bathing in the Dead Sea, it is important to remember that due to the extremely high salt concentration, the density of the water prevents the body from fully sinking. Even people who cannot swim can easily float on the surface.
However, the highly saline water may irritate mucous membranes, so visitors should avoid submerging the head and prevent water from entering the eyes, nose, or mouth.
What to See at the Dead Sea
Masada
The remains of the legendary fortress of Masada are located atop a dramatic rock plateau in the Judean Desert, more than 400 meters above the level of the Dead Sea.
About 2,000 years ago, Herod the Great fortified the ancient stronghold and transformed it into his winter residence, constructing two luxurious palaces, swimming pools, and an advanced water supply system.
Masada later became a symbol of Jewish heroism during the Jewish revolt against the Romans in the 1st century CE. During the Roman siege, the final defenders of the fortress chose death over surrender to the Roman Empire, committing mass suicide rather than falling into enemy hands.
Today, visitors can easily reach the summit either by cable car or via the winding Snake Path trail. From the top, breathtaking panoramic views of the Dead Sea and the Judean Desert unfold before you.
Masada has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ein Gedi Nature Reserve
The Ein Gedi Nature Reserve is a true oasis in the heart of the desert, where lush greenery and waterfalls contrast dramatically with the surrounding barren cliffs of the Judean Desert.
Four streams flow through the reserve — David, Arugot, Shulamit, and Ein Gedi — offering visitors the opportunity to cool off in refreshing waters while discovering the unique flora and diverse wildlife of the oasis.
Ein Gedi is also closely connected with the story of David, who, according to the Bible, hid here from King Saul. The oasis is also believed to be the location of the “vineyards of En Gedi” mentioned in the Song of Songs attributed to King Solomon.
Near the reserve stands an ancient synagogue dating back to the 6th century CE, famous for its remarkable mosaic floor and inscriptions in Hebrew and Aramaic. Archaeologists discovered a bronze menorah, thousands of ancient coins, incense vessels, and various ritual objects here.
The most significant discovery, however, was an ancient scroll considered one of the oldest known texts of the Old Testament outside the Dead Sea Scrolls Discovery.
Qumran National Park
On the northwestern shore of the Dead Sea lie the famous Qumran caves, once inhabited by the Essenes — members of a mysterious Jewish sect that left Jerusalem more than 2,000 years ago.
In 1947, a Bedouin shepherd accidentally discovered clay jars containing ancient manuscripts in these caves. These manuscripts became known worldwide as the Dead Sea Scrolls Discovery or the Qumran Scrolls.
The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls is regarded as one of the most important archaeological discoveries in history. Their significance lies not only in confirming the authenticity of Old Testament texts, but also in shedding light on the origins of many early Christian ideas and prophecies connected with Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple.
Original Dead Sea Scrolls can now be seen in the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum.
Visit to the Ahava Cosmetics Center
The лечебная and cosmetic products of Ahava, created using Dead Sea mud, minerals, and salts, are renowned worldwide.
At the visitor center, guests can explore the company’s wide range of skincare and wellness products. Professional consultants assist visitors in selecting nourishing and moisturizing creams, facial masks, hand creams, skin toners, cleansing products, bath salts and gels, shampoos, and sun protection products based on Dead Sea minerals.
