outdoor activities

Much has been written about the health benefits of the Dead Sea water, but the area also has another significant...

Come and enjoy a 50-minute Pilates workout at a bar in Kibbutz Ein-Gedi. Pilates is a method of physical training that...

Fantasy Island, one of the world's most advanced entertainment and fantasy complexes, invites you to an experiential and bonding family...

Erna Cobus  Natural-energetic-clinical diagnoses through body mapping  Desert agriculture, hospitality, training, tourism.  Beit Haglah by Jericho - Tourism  ●An ecological tourist farm promoting activity in Jericho, and open to everyone.   ●The farm grows dates, olives, and pomegranates. Olive oil, pomegranate juice and  liquor, and dates are produced. All products are natural, organic and hand crafted.  ●There is a small visitor center at the farm that tells the story of the site and the  importance of Gilgal in Israel’s history. The center can accommodate up to 22  people.  ●The farm also has an animal corner with chickens, doves, and a family of peacocks.  There are also two donkeys. Ask me if you want to ride them.  ●Come for a pleasant stay to enjoy the silence of the desert.  ●There is an event garden facing Mount Nebo, where Moses was granted a view of  the Promised Land before his death.  ●Guided and escorted tours to the holy sites in Jericho are available. Nearby  attractions include the Jericho Synagogue, Naran Synagogue, Tel Jericho, Elisha’s  Spring, tours of the biblical Gilgal, including the crossing of the Jordan River, the  antiquities of Beit Hagala, and the farm.   

Live, breathing music – original performance in Hebrew. Show Composition: An intimate, acoustic musical performance by a duo – vocals accompanied by...

Fire and Material Workshops in the Lowest Place on Earth In Moshav Neot HaKikar, in the unique desert landscape, is the...

Title: Pere HaMidbar (Wild Desert) – Tours in ATVs, RZRs ("razors") & Jeeps Self-driven vehicles in the lowest place on...

Fantasy Island, one of the world's most advanced entertainment and fantasy complexes, invites you to an experiential and bonding family...

Ronit is an extraordinary person, an artist of color and nature promoting environmentalism.  She hosts Dead Sea experiences and a variety of workshops.   Her initiative “From the Desert to Sea” tales participants from the three monotheistic  religions and connects them to the desert and sea. The initiative comes from a deep concern  for the preservation of the natural environment through art and listening.   Ronit offers an activity in watercolors in the spirit of anthroposophy, an experiential activity  in sculpture and instruction that calls on all senses to take part in the creation of the  material. Customized and unique experiences suitable for everyone. The activities are  accompanied by guided meditation aimed to stimulate the senses.  Recommended Hours of Operation: From sunrise to sunset, book in advance.  The activities take place in small groups of 5-20 people, depending on the workshop.  Artistic Activity in the Desert and Sea​ An experiential water color activity in the spirit of anthroposophy.​ Experimenting with a new method that enables the free movement of the rainbow  of water-saturated colors,​ “wet on wet.” The activities take place in small groups of 5-10 people.​ Experiential Activity in Sculpture​ An approach that calls for all the senses to take part in the creation of the material.​ An empowering process that allows for the expansion and openness in our inside  places and the wonders​ of nature that amaze us. The activities take place in small groups of 5-20 people.​   Customized and unique experiences.​ Suitable for everyone.

Gil is a very special character indeed. With infectious laughter and a huge love of the desert, he offers a...

Mul haYam ("Opposite the Sea"), is a new Mediterranean restaurant on the Ein Bokek promenade, and offers a rich Mediterranean...

Libi B'Midbar is a recreational and healing space in an enchanting and intimate corner of Moshav Neot HaKikar. The vision and...

Biankini Beach is located in the northern Dead Sea area, close to the Lido Junction, at a distance of 25...

Lying in a hammock under a giant tree on a sunny day, with pleasant music in the background – Khan...

Gil's Guest Rooms are hospitality complexes in the heart of Neve Zohar, offering guests the possibility to enjoy the natural...

The Sheeta Brewery is located in the Arad’s Artists Quarter, in the Beer Garden Visitors Center.  Guided tours, including beer...

Seclusion in the desert is an historical phenomenon, known throughout the ages. Many hermits came to the Judean Desert and...

An extraordinary, fun and customized laser tag experience! The professional   “Alpha Team” will guide you through a constructive and comprehensive activity  with a variety of strategy games and digital game aids.  Laser Tag is an action-packed experience with the most advanced infrared guns  in Israel without pain, dirt or any wetness! The equipment and technological  features are at a military-grade level with accurate monitoring of vulnerability  and performance, along with various game scenarios with different degrees of  difficulty. Combining all of these features brings our guests a high-quality  experience.  The laser tag activity takes about 90-120 minutes and is divided into several  games, starting with a short explanation and warm-up game. It then progresses  to the next game, adding different elements from each game and exciting gaming  scenarios.​ At the end of each game, participants gather for a short reading of the results in  which we summarize the participants’ strong points and areas for improvement.  Let’s go!  The activity is family friendly and suitable for team building and fun days.  Whether for large or small groups, the activity can be customized for group size,  composition, and even age. 

If you know the difference between spareribs and sirloin steak, and you appreciate a fine entrecote – the Ranch House...

Danny and Zehava, the hosts of the zimmer, are members of Kibbutz Ein Gedi and will do everything in their...

In the heart of Ein Bokek's renewed hotel tourist complex, is a beautifully maintained central beach. Expansive lawns, shady landscaped areas,...

The Travelers Village at Metzoke Dragot invites you to a unique experience that already begins on the way there. A...

At Kalia Beach Restaurant, you can sit and enjoy quality food in front of a breathtaking view on the amazing...

Maya's Zimmer is a friendly guest unit in Neve Zohar. The accommodation is suitable for couples, families and travelers looking for...

The circular cycling trail of Kikar Sodom offers a great cycling experience through the marlstone landscape, with diverse rock shapes...

The Travelers Village at Metzoke Dragot invites you to a unique experience that already begins on the way there. A...

For years, Masada has been at the top of every list of Israel's most popular sites, both for Israelis and...

Night Activities in the Judean Desert  Activities take place on dates published on the Society for the Protection of  Nature’s website for day visitors and by reserving in advance. Private guides can  also be arranged for groups and individuals.  Masada and Marl Rock - With the help of the lantern and moonlight, this excursion  departs from the parking lot at the foot of Masada. The route passes through marl  rock formations, which narrate the story of the Dead Sea’s formation. The rocks  shine brilliantly under starlight and moonlight, allowing you to enjoy beautiful and  breathtaking views. During the excursion, we’ll talk about the night sky and  nocturnal animals in the Judean Desert.​ Trail Duration: About two and half hours​ Target Audience: Ages 5 and above, walking enthusiasts.  Astronomy - Astronomy evenings are held at a field school in the form of a lecture  for the general public, followed by nighttime sky watching using a special laser and  telescopes. The activity can be held outside without a lecture and in a dark isolated  place with no light pollution.​ Family-friendly  Scorpions and Nocturnal Creatures Night Tour - With the help of ultraviolet lights,  we’ll follow fascinating animals on a tour of the Judean Desert. During the tour,  we’ll talk about the special and unique nature of the scorpion, as well as other  animals that are active during the night. The tours take place in Zohar Stream, the  field school area, Ein Gedi Reserve Promenade, and other stretches that are  suitable for walking in the Judean Desert and Arad area.​ The tour can be combined with a night route or an easy walk.​ Family-friendly  ●Campfires and pita meeting can be combined in all activities.  ●Contact [email protected] Telephone 08-6584288.  ●Rooms for groups and individuals may be available in the field school.  ●Link to the booking sitehttps://eventbuzz.co.il/producer/v2/yarok. 

In the lowest place on earth, between the desert and the sea, facing Mount Tzruya and behind Mount Ishai, with a...

The Travelers Village at Metzoke Dragot invites you to a unique experience that already begins on the way there. A...

If you're an adventure seeker who likes to discover natural treasures, to experiment with exciting things, and discover the secrets...

Near Highway 90 in the south of the Dead Sea on your way to a perfect vacation in the  Dead Sea, Judean Desert or Eilat, you’ll encounter a fascinating story about the vision,  determination, and entrepreneurship of a Zionist pioneer with a dream to develop  industry in the Land of Israel. A story that is not recounted enough as it constitutes a  central part of the Zionist ethos and the renewal of the Jewish home in the Land of Israel.  The visitor center preserves and restores the Palestine Potash Company, which  was active from 1934 until the early 1950s, and the worker’s camps of the company  plants.  You’ll see up close the way of working and living in this isolated part of the  country, and the vision and determination of people who not only dreamed, but  also executed their plans despite the difficulties.  The visitor center tour is led by a guide. During the tour, you’ll pass through  several of the camp’s structures, which have been restored, adapted, and made  accessible to those with limited mobility.  You’ll start in the Dead Sea model hall, an innovative and spectacular model that  illustrates the formation of the Dead Sea rift and the many unique features which  have attracted people to its shores over the millennia.  You’ll then continue on to the dining hall of the worker’s camp. The structure has  been restored and here you’ll meet Moshe Novomeysky, a mining engineer born  in Siberia who first arrived on the Dead Sea’s shores in 1911, and founded the  Palestine Potash Company in 1929.  Later on, with the help of virtual reality glasses, you’ll be able to enter into the  worker’s camp when it was most crowded and truly feel immersed in the history  of the place and the worker’s daily lives.  You’ll learn about the staff’s heroic struggle during the War of Independence,  and the camp’s continuation after the war.  The tour will conclude with explaining the importance of Dead Sea mineral  extraction, highlighting the activity of current Dead Sea plants and the fine line  between environmental conservation and economic development.  The visitor center is accessible to those with limited mobility. 

    Stylish, spacious, and well-equipped accommodation units in the heart of the magical    desert.    The units include air conditioning, satellite TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a    fridge and microwave.    Private bathrooms come with a spa bathtub, shower, and towels.    In the nearby grocery store, you can order a variety of meals that will be delivered to    your room.    2 guest rooms - couple (max. up to 3 guests) and family (up to 5 guests - suitable for    parents with 3 children or 4 small children)

Neot Smadar is a guest complex for couples in Vered Yeriho which is in the northern part of the Dead...

Almog Resort is a green island at the opening of the Judean Desert, situated a short distance from the northern...

Nahal Amatziahu Park (02.1) Welcome! The site was set up for you and your enjoyment. To ensure your safety and security, please adhere to...

The Lido Inn invites you to a rejuvenating rest-area on your way to the Dead Sea Land. Whether you've come alone,...

Meet Yael Cina, artist, creator and art teacher. Yael has loved working with her hands since she was a little girl,...

P’ninat Vered - an Estate in the Desert. One hour from the center of the country, and 7 minutes from...

On the way to the Dead Sea, is one of Israel's most fascinating and important sites, which you may not...

The Nahal Darga canyon is one of the most challenging, difficult and beautiful hiking trails in Israel. The black-marked path, descending...

Me Casa – Where Ambience and Good Food Meet! The Me Casa Restaurant was born out of love for humankind and...

We edited the clip:  AGADIR –  the Dead Sea Branch is coming soon!      Agadir Restaurant is opening on Ein Bokek Beach, in front of the Oasis Hotel, in the Tamar  Regional Council, Dead Sea.  This is the 14th branch for the successful chain, which now offers a beach restaurant and  bar in a space encompassing over 350 square meters for the benefit of locals and tourists  alike.   The hamburger establishment was designed by Uri Ben Dor and is characterized by its  modern, innovative, and young design.  The menu includes the chain’s standard hamburger menu, with a special changing menu  offering excellent dishes alongside a wide selection of alcohol and soft drinks.   The restaurant is located on the promenade of the central beach  in Ein Bokek and is open to hotel guests, area residents, and  tourists who want to enjoy good food and music in a charming  atmosphere. 

In Neve Zohar, a step from the tourist hub in the Dead Sea area, the Dora Zimmer complex can be...

The Daniel Hotel is part of the "Tamares" hotel chain, known for their international design and service and their meticulous...

A modest accommodation unit in the square. Suitable for a couple + 2.  Bedroom, living room, equipped kitchenette, bathroom with shower, TV, WiFi, air  conditioner, barbeque in backyard, parking, mountain bikes for riding around area.  Everything you need to spend a night of more!  • The accommodation is suited for 3-4 people:  1 bedroom with a double bed, living room with a couple’s sofa-couch  If for adults, up to 3 can enjoy the space comfortably.   

Ein-Gedi is a mythological name. It's a name that, when hearing it, memories immediately come to mind of the annual...

When you arrive at the Dead Sea, it's a chance to put aside all the noise that accompanies your every-day...

Yonat, a resident of Moshav Har Amasa in the Yatir forest area near Arad, combines her love of the desert...

In Kibbutz Kalia, in the magical Dead Sea landscapes, the couple Micha and Atalia live and create. The studio is situated...

The Nahal Darga canyon is one of the most challenging, difficult and beautiful hiking trails in Israel. The black-marked path, descending...

Moshav Neot HaKikar, south of the Dead Sea, houses the "Lowest Place on Earth" - a complex surrounded by a...

For millennia, the Sodom salt pans have served as an essential stopping point for migratory birds and a nesting site...

Anat lives in Kibbutz Mitzpe Shalem, which overlooks the rare and unrivaled views of the Dead Sea. With a 25-year connection...

Hi! I’m Irit from Neot HaKikar - the macramé studio is in my backyard.                                           I design and create macramé jewelry with an influence from the desert  environment where I grew up, and inspiration from East Asia, where I’ve  traveled. I create decorative and useful macramé and hold workshops to transfer  my knowledge and love of the art. The workshops are customized and built  according to the group (couple, family, group of 10 participants). No prior  experience is necessary. At the end of the two-hour workshop, you’ll leave with  something you created!  Book in advance.  A little bit about me... I was born in Moshav Neot HaKikar in the south of the  Dead Sea, famous for its beautiful marl rock formations and amazing desert  landscapes. There were always creative materials in my parents’ house. Since I  can remember, I’ve always loved to create things with different materials. I was  mainly attracted to threads and beads, which is how I came to fall in love with  macramé. 

The Roots Center is a desert spiritual center run by Lior Oknin, a man of vision and action who believes...

In Kibbutz Kalia, in the magical Dead Sea landscapes, the couple Micha and Atalia live and create. The studio is situated...

Bike Tours in the Northern Dead Sea Area (Training/Renting) A bike trip on a unique route between Matzok HaEtekim and the...

"Metaylim Aheret" offers you an experience in Nature that includes a variety of possibilities for recreation, between the powerful Judean...

Come and drink a beer in the Lowest Bar in the World! The bar overlooks the Dead Sea and serves authentic...

Lital has reached that stage in life where she knows exactly what she loves most – she loves people, loves...

Fire and Material Workshops in the Lowest Place on Earth In Moshav Neot HaKikar, in the unique desert landscape, is the...

Sometimes there are trips that remind us of a corner of Europe, or Morocco, or Greece. This is not the...

Spectours provides a wide range of challenging excursions and activities in Israel and Jordan. Activities include rappelling, challenging rope activities, and...

 A dream vacation in the heart of the desert with a view of magical mountains.  The accommodation has 2 bedrooms.  There is a large balcony with a grass carpet, overlooking the mountains.  A smoker, barbeque, and campfire area will complete your desert experience.  “Chilling in the Desert” is located in Neot HaKikar, 37 kilometers from Ein  Bokek (tourist complex)/  The unit includes a balcony, seating area, TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with  a microwave, fridge, stove, toaster, and electric kettle.   

Imagine a cliffside cabin, in a secluded spot overlooking the turquoise-blue of the Dead Sea, and all around you, the...

The Biankini Village Resort Restaurant is located in the heart of the Judean Desert, on the Dead Sea shore, and...

Land of Israel tours invites you to experience the natural beauty of the Sodom salt pans and the Judean Desert. Flora,...

Located within the area's natural spaces, is the Leonardo Plaza Dead Sea Hotel – part of the Fattal hotel chain. The...

Do you dream of flying? You have the opportunity to reach the loftiest heights, up to 15,000 feet above the ground,...

Dead Sea Land Convenience Store - located on Hami Zohar Beach  In 2021, the store was renovated and became a “Dead Sea Land” convenience store serving  swimmers, bathers, and tourists.  The store sells light food, hot and cold drinks, ice cream, snacks, Dead Sea skin products,  and more.   

In Kibbutz Ein Gedi, among the magical paths of the Botanical Garden, an experience of beauty and creation is awaiting...

Nighttime Desert Experience  A combination of a jeep excursion to the streams around Sodom with an easy  nighttime walk with lantern light to reveal the beauty of the surrounding white  cliffs.   A glimpse into a salty cave, wonderment of the stars and heavenly bodies, a dip in  a secluded spring, and relaxing herbal tea. All of this accompanied by the sound  of shepherds’ flutes.  A truly unforgettable experience!  Under the guidance of Nahshon Afik, expert desert guide.  To view the trip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-27RXm4F01I  Perfect for those staying in hotels around the Dead Sea. We can pick you up from  the hotel. You can go back at sunset, stay the night, or leave anytime you choose.  Flood Trips  Do you love the desert and adventures?  We invite you to experience chasing a  flood in the Judean desert. No SUV needed!  We work according to rain radars, and never endanger anyone’s life, working  carefully and cautiously to witness one of nature’s wonders - a desert wilderness  filled with temporary flowing streams. It’s hard to understand the beauty, until  you see it up close.   Drum circle, songs and stories about this interesting landscape  In one of the lovely corners around the Dead Sea, we’ll sit on mats by the light of  fire playing, singing, and drinking herbal tea.  Activity Duration - An hour   ODT   Games using ropes and pipe sticks for team building among colleagues or  students, along with a jeep excursion. 

Sometimes, it's worth taking time-out to go to the desert and indulge in a romantic zimmer in an unparalleled place....

The Hod Hamidbar Hotel does everything in its power to provide you with a real vacation and complete peace of...

Located in Ein Tamar, the Dari complex offers spacious accommodation units for a fun and relaxing vacation for families or...

Kfarucka is a high-quality country restaurant in the heart of the desert with an Italian twist.  Here you’ll find coffee, wine, and a large oven where we produce a variety of tasty baked  creations, not to mention our unique pizzas.  The smell of dough fills the restaurant as we offer good company and friendly service.  The strictness of the raw materials and the sole use of natural ingredients creates a more  enjoyable (and tasty) culinary experience.  We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay! 

A unique and memorable experience. Not a typical Dead Sea guest room, but not  glamping either.   Enjoy your next vacation at the Dead Sea Rooftop!  When glamping, everything is outside - toilet, shower, jacuzzi, kitchen, large sitting area, and  barbeque. But here everything is on the roof!   A large wooden roof on our house in Ovnat, north of the Dead Sea, allows spectacular views  of the sea.   The rooftop accommodation is closed off and luxurious, and includes a coffee corner,  microwave, and Nespresso machine (with frother). If you need anything else, feel free to ask  and we can arrange meals, massages, and more.   Come for a seaside vacation under the stars! 

In the heart of the desert, where beauty collides with the intensity of nature, is the Dead Sea Diamond Center,...

You deserve some time-out from life's continual race…Hotel Royal will provide you with the perfect platform for an effortless vacation...

Nahal David, in the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, is considered one of the most attractive streams in the Dead Sea...

Ein Plutit is the perfect place for those who want to dip their feet in the water, without all that...