Pink Lake and Salt Beach Private Tour

Itinerary

Though it is not directly in the Dead Sea, this lake has become an increasingly popular destination for travellers due to its unusual and captivating colour, which ranges from a deep pink to a light lavender hue depending on the time of day and seasonal conditions. The Pink Lake’s distinctive colour comes from the presence of certain types of microorganisms, particularly Dunaliella salina, a type of algae. These algae thrive in the high salt concentration of the lake, which is similar to the environment of the Dead Sea. Dunaliella salina produces a pigment known as beta-carotene, which gives the water its reddish-pink tone. This pigment also provides the lake with a rich, vibrant appearance, particularly during the warm summer months when the algae bloom in abundance.
30 min
Salt Beach, located on the eastern shores of the Dead Sea, is a captivating destination renowned for its unique landscapes and therapeutic properties. The beach is characterized by sparkling white salt formations along its shoreline, creating a surreal and mesmerizing environment.
30 min