Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman
Amman, Jordan

Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman

Outty Ranking 66 4.6 · 44 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $127
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Outty Ranking

66/100

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Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman worth booking?

Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman is a 5-hour experience in Amman, Jordan, from $127 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
66 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (44)
Duration
5 hours
From
$127 per person

Enjoy a relaxing Dead Sea tour from Amman on this private half-day experience in your private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with your English-Speaking Driver. Travel in comfort to the lowest point on Earth 400 meters under sea level and the world’s first natural spa, float effortlessly in the salt-rich waters, and enjoy the famous Dead Sea mud known for its natural healing properties. This private Dead Sea tour from Amman offers hotel access, free time to relax, and a stress-free escape from the city. Visit a water’s edge private beach and enjoy ample free time to swim in the waters, lounge on the beach, enjoy the swimming pools, and absorb the beautiful setting in a 4-stars hotel. You have the option to use a stylish spa offering Dead Sea mud treatments including revitalizing body scrub, and massages (at your own expense). Alternatively, upgrade to a 5-star hotel with a wider range of facilities, including outdoor swimming pools and showers.

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a relaxing Dead Sea tour from Amman on this private half-day experience in your private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with your English-Speaking Driver. Travel in comfort to the lowest point on Earth 400 meters under sea level and the world’s first natural spa, float effortlessly in the salt-rich waters, and enjoy the famous Dead Sea mud known for its natural healing properties. This private Dead Sea tour from Amman offers hotel access, free time to relax, and a stress-free escape from the city. Visit a water’s edge private beach and enjoy ample free time to swim in the waters, lounge on the beach, enjoy the swimming pools, and absorb the beautiful setting in a 4-stars hotel. You have the option to use a stylish spa offering Dead Sea mud treatments including revitalizing body scrub, and massages (at your own expense). Alternatively, upgrade to a 5-star hotel with a wider range of facilities, including outdoor swimming pools and showers.

    What's included

    Included

    • Access to private beach and 5-star resort facilities (if option selected)
    • Private transportation in premium air-conditioned modern vehicle based on number of travelers
    • Hotel pick up and drop off from Amman
    • Showers in Dead Sea
    • On board WI-FI
    • Private English-Speaking Driver - Guide
    • Access to private beach and 4-star resort facilities (if option selected)
    • Towel in Dead Sea

    Not included

    • All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
    • All type of beverages
    • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended
    • Personal Expenses
    • Spa use and treatments at Dead Sea
    • Additional salt crystal beach visit for 1 traveler 30 USD per person to be paid in destination
    • Additional salt crystal beach visit for 2travelers & more 15USD per person to be paid in destination
    • Any other service not mentioned

    What you'll see and do

    1. Dead Sea

      Discover the delights of the Dead Sea on this half day private tour from Amman. Travel by private, leisure air-conditioned vehicle through Jordan’s desert landscapes to the eastern shores of Sowayma with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide. Visit a water’s edge private beach and enjoy ample free time to swim in the waters, lounge on the beach, enjoy the swimming pools, and absorb the beautiful setting in a 4-stars hotel. You have the option to use a stylish spa offering Dead Sea mud treatments including revitalizing body scrub, and massages (at your own expense). Alternatively, upgrade to a 5-star hotel with a wider range of facilities, including outdoor swimming pools and showers. You have an option to upgrade your tour including lunch; restaurant opens from 13 – 15 hours.

      150 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Dead Sea Region

      The Dead Sea is one of the most incredible places and the world’s first natural spa. It is known for the Biblical story of the destruction of the old cities of Sodom and Gomorra in the Old Testament, which was turned into salt. The Dead Sea speaks for itself; there is no living fish! It is by far one of Jordan’s most impressive and spectacular places to visit. Its calm shining water glowing from its scorching sun is known for the concentration of salt and minerals, which makes it a therapeutic property, as well as a unique swimming experience not to be missed! After such a relaxing experience in the first world’s natural spa, your driver will take you back to your centrally located Amman hotel.

      150 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • 5 Star Hotel With Lunch

      Entrance with towel and lunch at a 5 Star Dead Sea Hotel Pickup included

    • 4 Star Hotel Without Lunch

      Entrance with towel and without lunch at a 4 Star Dead Sea Hotel Pickup included

    • 4 Star Hotel With Lunch

      Entrance with towel and lunch at a 4 Star Dead Sea Hotel Pickup included

    • 5 Star Hotel Without Lunch

      5 Star Hotel Without Lunch : Entrance with towel and without lunch at a 5 Star Dead Sea Hotel Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Zaid Tours and Travel

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
    • Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
    • Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
    • Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
    • Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
    • Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
    • Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
    • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
    • Swim suit is required.
    • Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Pace and timing

    3 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    44 verified traveler reviews for Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Kayleigh_S · May 2024

    Great experience but overpriced

    Firstly, we do have to say that our guide was a 5/5. He was amazing and this review is not due to any issues with him! But, this half-day tour is VERY expensive. Even more expensive than our private full-day tour to Peta and Wadi Rum with a different operator!! The itinerary seems a bit misleading too, as we thought we would see some Salt crystals like in the company tour pictures, but we only went to the Holiday Inn, had lunch and got driven back to the hotel again. However, the experience was great, we are glad we did it, but we do feel it should have been much cheaper.

    Response from the operator: I am so happy to hear you had a great time and that you enjoyed the tour with us with our team’s assistance. As for the price, please take note our prices are value for money and the tour description, as well as inclusions are all well stated and all items offered to you and all our clients. Many other tours online have different prices, but not the same services and inclusions. When you add them up the tour ends more expensive than ours. Hope this clarifies your concern. Looking forward to have you, your family, and friends again with us soon.

    via Viator

    FarahAbdAziz · October 2023

    Amazing experience

    Amazing experience and the guide was gracious. It was not over crowded and we enjoyed the trip. We stopped by a shop selling Dead Sea products on the way back.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing ZTT and for this wonderful review of your stay. Our aim is always to provide a first-class service, and our professional and dedicated team go the extra mile to ensure our travelers have a memorable stay. It is rewarding to know that our efforts at continuous improvement, are being recognized. We look forward to welcoming you back with us in Jordan for many unforgettable moments to you, your friends, and family. I appreciate the time and effort in sharing your experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    steveholford · October 2023

    Great tour

    Really great trip. Bader was a really nice guy and very accommodating- fitted in a trip to the River Jordan before visiting the Dead Sea. Fun experience ‘swimming’ in the sea and applying the mud! No time pressure was put on us on how long we wanted to stay there. A very worthwhile trip.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your comments and for sharing your experience with us. The nicest complement that our team can get is your desire to return to Jordan with us. We are truly happy to learn that you enjoyed your holiday with us and even, it was difficult to leave. What a complement indeed! Looking forward to your next visit.😊

    via Tripadvisor

    Sara_P · September 2023

    We’ll worth it!

    Description of the area and very personable driver who gave us a lot of information. Very significant distance down to the Dead Sea from Amman.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your comments and for sharing your experience with us. The nicest complement that our team can get is your desire to return to Jordan with us. We are truly happy to learn that you enjoyed your holiday with us and even, it was difficult to leave. What a complement indeed! Looking forward to your next visit.

    via Viator

    dapengx1 · August 2023

    Excellent tour guide and experience!

    The Tourguide Sami was such a nice and polite person. The trip was very pleasant and relaxing with him. He is the best Tourguide I have ever had! Floating on the Dead Sea was really fun. And the subsequent sunbathing and lunch in holiday inn were enjoyable as well. For this tour I think it is a good idea to book the 5-star holiday inn and lunch. You need the facilities such as shower to enjoy Dead Sea.

    Response from the operator: Thank you. Looking forward to having you, your family, and friends with us again.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $127 to $227
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    15
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Zaid Tours and Travel, who run 67 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.1.

    See everything Zaid Tours and Travel runs

    Why this scores 66

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
    Review evidence (18% weight)72
    Booking momentum (14% weight)65
    Value for money (12% weight)20
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)26
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Amman.

    How much does Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman cost?

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    Prices start at $127 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Amman usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Amman is not rushed.

    Is Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 44 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Amman, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Amman can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Amman and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Amman within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Amman?

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    On Outty we rank every Amman experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include From Amman: Petra and Wadi rum Private/Group Full day Tour, From Amman :Private or Group Full day tour to Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea 4 Days 3 nights. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Amman?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Amman?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    Included: Access to private beach and 5-star resort facilities (if option selected); Private transportation in premium air-conditioned modern vehicle based on number of travel; Hotel pick up and drop off from Amman; Showers in Dead Sea; and On board WI-FI. Not included: All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request); All type of beverages; All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended; and Personal Expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 365 listed pickup locations in and around Amman. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Amman. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    Across 44 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    What booking options are available for Dead Sea: Private Half-Day Tour Floating Experience from Amman?

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    There are 4 options to choose from, including 5 Star Hotel With Lunch, 4 Star Hotel Without Lunch, 4 Star Hotel With Lunch, 5 Star Hotel Without Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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