Jordan’s Dead Sea Ultra Marathon is a Run Jordan event. It is not the race held at Ein Bokek on the Israel side of the Dead Sea.
Use the Jordan Dead Sea overview to keep hotels, roads and shore access on the eastern side of the lake.
The last edition verified for this guide took place on Friday, 10 April 2026. Its official event page listed a 50 km individual race, a 50 km relay, a 21 km race and a 10 km race. That event is over. Run Jordan’s current race listings show Dead Sea race distances, but a new event date was not confirmed when this page was reviewed on 29 August 2026.
Do not book flights, accommodation or a transfer around an old event date. Wait until the organizer publishes a future event page, then confirm the year, registration status, distances and race-day logistics on that page.
What the 2026 event page recorded
- Date: Friday, 10 April 2026
- 50 km individual race
- 50 km relay
- 21 km race
- 10 km race
- Registration for that edition: closed
These details are a record of the last verified edition, not a promise about the next one; the organizer can change the course, distances, eligibility, start procedures, collection arrangements and transport plan.
What to check before entering a future race
Start with the official Run Jordan event page, not a search-result summary or an old travel article. Confirm:
- the event year and date;
- whether registration is open;
- your chosen distance and any age or eligibility rule;
- the start, finish and race-pack collection locations;
- organizer transport or shuttle arrangements;
- road closures, parking and spectator access;
- the medical declaration and race rules;
- refund, transfer and cancellation terms
Save the current race instructions offline. Recheck the organizer’s messages during race week, because weather or operating conditions can change the final plan.
Where should runners stay?
Choose accommodation after the organizer publishes the course and transport details. A hotel described generally as being “at the Dead Sea” may still be inconvenient for the start, finish or shuttle point.
Ask the property to confirm these details in writing:
- early breakfast or a packed breakfast;
- race-morning transport;
- the walking distance to an official pickup point;
- late checkout or access to a shower after the race;
- road access during closures;
- luggage storage after checkout
Use the Jordan Dead Sea accommodation guide to understand the area, then verify race-specific services with the exact property; do not assume that a runner package offered in a previous year will return.
Getting there from Amman or the airport
Normal travel guides help you understand the route, but race instructions take priority on event day. Review the Amman to the Dead Sea guide and the Queen Alia Airport transfer guide, then compare them with the organizer’s collection and shuttle plan.
If you self-drive, confirm whether the relevant access road and parking area remain open. If you use a driver, agree on the pickup location, meeting time, delay procedure and contact number before the race. Leave a generous buffer for race-pack collection and any road controls.
Planning for spectators and families
Spectators need an authorized viewing area, shade, drinking water and a clear meeting point. They should not stand on the course, stop on a live road or move a barrier; families should identify toilets, food, shelter and return transport before the start.
A Dead Sea visit can extend the weekend, but shore access is a separate activity. Use a managed beach or confirmed hotel area during its operating hours. The Jordan day-pass guide explains the difference between a public-beach ticket, a hotel day pass and a room booking.
Should you float after the race?
Hypersaline water is not automatic recovery. A long race can leave a runner dehydrated, chafed or carrying broken skin, which can make Dead Sea water painful or unsuitable. Follow the event medical team’s guidance, rehydrate and check for cuts or abrasions before considering water entry.
If you enter later, use a managed area, move slowly, keep the water away from your face and eyes, and follow the facility’s posted rules; delay the visit and seek qualified medical advice if you feel unwell or have a recovery concern.
*Medical disclaimer: This guide provides general travel information, not medical or training advice. Running an endurance event and entering hypersaline water may not be suitable for everyone; follow the organizer’s medical requirements and consult a qualified healthcare professional about personal risks.*
A practical race-weekend outline
The day before
Complete registration or race-pack collection as instructed. Confirm the pickup point, alarms, breakfast and return transport. Avoid adding a long desert excursion to a day already needed for travel and preparation.
Race day
Follow the organizer’s transport, hydration, equipment and safety instructions. Spectators should use only authorized areas. After finishing, prioritize the event’s recovery process and your booked transport rather than improvising a beach visit.
The following day
If you feel well and the managed shore area is open, a gentle Dead Sea visit can form part of the trip. Keep the plan flexible. A quiet morning, hotel checkout and one nearby stop will usually work better than a tightly packed itinerary.
For a longer stay, compare a day trip with an overnight visit or adapt the three-day Jordan Dead Sea itinerary after the future race schedule is confirmed.
Decision facts worth keeping
Event-date benchmark
Run Jordan’s 2026 Dead Sea Ultra Marathon took place on Friday, 10 April 2026, with 50-kilometre individual and relay events, a 21-kilometre race and a 10-kilometre race. That edition is closed. On 29 August 2026, the current race listing showed no future date.
Heat-planning benchmark
CDC guidance updated on 20 July 2026 tells travelers to stay cool, stay hydrated, use shade and move outdoor activity to cooler parts of the day when possible. It also identifies children, older adults, pregnant travelers and people with chronic conditions among groups that may need additional precautions.
Next planning decisions
- Jordan trip-planning guide: Use the trip-planning guide to choose the order of access, transport and stay length
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Jordan Dead Sea Ultra Marathon?
On 29 August 2026, Run Jordan’s current listing showed no future Dead Sea race date; the most recent dated edition took place on 10 April 2026. Check for a new dated event page from Run Jordan before booking. Confirm the exact date, Jordan-side operator and return before paying, because the useful answer depends on the product and itinerary you actually choose.
Is this the same as the Ein Bokek Dead Sea Marathon?
No. Run Jordan’s event belongs to the Jordan travel funnel. The Ein Bokek race is on the Israel side of the Dead Sea and has different organizers, access routes and logistics; confirm the exact date, Jordan-side operator and return before paying, because the useful answer depends on the product and itinerary you actually choose.
Which distances were offered in 2026?
The official 2026 event page listed 50 km individual, 50 km relay, 21 km and 10 km races. Future distances can change. Confirm the exact date, Jordan-side operator and return before paying, because the useful answer depends on the product and itinerary you actually choose.
Can I choose a hotel before the next course is published?
You can reserve a flexible stay, but you cannot confirm race convenience until the organizer publishes the course and transport plan. Check cancellation terms and ask the property about race-morning access. Ask the exact facility to name the beach, pools, freshwater rinse, hours and final group price for your date.
Is it safe to enter the Dead Sea after an endurance race?
That depends on your condition and the event medical guidance. Dehydration, chafing and broken skin can make hypersaline water painful or inappropriate; do not use floating as a substitute for medical assessment or normal recovery. Use a managed facility, follow its current instructions and ask a qualified clinician when an individual health condition could change the decision.