Things to do at the Dead Sea

A desert experience for the whole family! Welcome to the Desert Safari Park! We specially prepared for you a variety of experiential tours built based on our many years of experience, in the lowest place in the world—Dead Sea. The Desert Safari Park was founded by tour guide Shlomi Fishman, an expert in the Dead Sea area, Sedom, and the Judean Desert, in 1991. Since then, we are happy to fulfill your desert fantasy! Who are our tours for? Our tours are suitable for all ages: couples, families, groups, and of course for team-building days for employees or fun days in honor of birthdays and special events. In addition, you can go on a tour at any time of day, according to personal preference, including special night tours. Children under the age of 4 can ride only in the guide's jeep, and anyone who drives rangers must be 21 or older and have a driver's license. What tour routes do we offer? Choose your favorite route, according to the goal of the tour and the type of participants: The Classic Route: an exciting, challenging route that lasts an hour and a half. During it, we will leave the gas station in Neve Zohar (five minutes south of the Dead Sea hotels), pass through the large flash-flood reservoirs, through the Himer Valley, the Peraḥot Valley, and a fast driving segment in the Sedom Valley. The Circular Route: the route length is 2.5–3 hours. During it, we will leave the gas station in Neve Zohar toward the large flash-flood reservoirs, from there we will continue to the Peraḥot Valley, the Sedom Valley, and the Amiaz Plain. Then, we will climb to the summit of Mount Sedom, view the evaporation ponds of the potash plant, cross the Amiaz Plain quickly by driving, and return to the gas station in Neve Zohar. The tour includes a stop for light refreshments of tea and cookies. A Route for Experienced Only: a route for those who truly understand, lasting 3–4 hours, and includes driving to the Ḥimer Streambed, the Amiaz Plain, climbing to the summit of Mount Sedom, the evaporation ponds of the potash plant, and an experiential extreme ride with side slopes down Mount Sedom. A Route by Moonlight: a magical moonlight route that takes place every month between the 12th and the 16th of the Hebrew month. The route lasts 2.5–3 hours and includes a short walking segment, an amazing night viewpoint about two hundred meters above the Dead Sea from the summit of Mount Sedom, and indulgent snacks—one cup of red or white wine and a juicy watermelon. Can you plan team-building days for us? Of course—we would be happy to organize fascinating team-building days for you with activities tailored personally for you, including challenging group tasks, walking, abseiling, indulgent meals, and many more surprises.

All the information about Nashon Afeq – Jeep Tours in the Desert. Our tours are available at any time of day or night, and in every season—summer or winter! It's also possible to book guided tours in languages: English, French, and also Spanish. Much more than just a jeep tour: the tours last about 3 hours minimum up to a full day, with a route that climbs to an altitude of 900 meters to the summit of Mount Amash'a, above the large planted forest in the Middle East! From there we will continue on a desert tour, combining a stop for tea and coffee at a Bedouin campsite at the Judean Desert level. Next, we will reach the caves used as a refuge by Bar Kokhba's days along the Chaver Stream, and on to the cliff of Ha'atakim above the Dead Sea. Our tours: Jeep tours throughout the Yatir region — the classic tour; the house tour in the classic route where everyone enjoys! Extreme enthusiasts will get the portion of adrenaline they need, as the route provides it, and those seeking calm will also enjoy the amazing scenery combined with gentle driving tailored to their preferences. Tour duration: about 3.5 hours. Sunrise Jeep Tours are invited for a special experience you won't find anywhere else—an unforgettable sunrise tour! There's nothing like morning coffee with the sunrise over the hills of Moab and Edom. Afterward, a light morning walk is planned in Nahal Sheqirato, whose walls are beautiful, along with a refreshing dip in a hidden spring. Tour duration: about 3.5 hours. Night Jeep Tours: come for a tour that begins in the dimming of sunset and sets off for a nocturnal desert experience in the land of Sodom. The tour includes a walking segment by light of lanterns and stars, or by the light of a full moon. You'll learn to get to know the celestial bodies, search for scorpions with a special lamp, and there will even be an option for a night-time dip in a spring in the heart of the desert. Tour duration: about 3–4 hours. For a taste of the nocturnal desert experience—watch the video. Depending on the route, it's possible to end the tour at one of the excellent wineries in the Yatir region, or to combine a guided visit to the Talmudic town of Susya, have lunch at a café overlooking the view, and even visit the "Eveqedam" herb factory, which combines desert plant species in mini blends of teas and medicine. It's also possible to order a meal at the lone ranches' farm 'Sheq Maan,' located in a wild landscape.

All the information about Hariton Cave in the Desert is not a preferred place for human habitation. With no water and sparse vegetation, the desert serves as living quarters for the persecuted. King David's wanderings in the Judean Desert are detailed in the Book of Samuel II and in the Psalms of David. Even the prophet Amos was expelled from Bethel after he angered King Jeroboam with his harsh prophecies (Amos, chapter 7): "Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, 'Amos has conspired against you in the midst of the house of Israel. The land is not able to endure all his words. For thus Amos says: "By the sword Jeroboam shall die, and Israel shall surely be exiled from their land."' And Amaziah said to Amos, 'Go, O seer, flee away to the land of Judah, and there eat your bread, and there prophesy. But in Bethel you shall not continue to prophesy anymore, for it is the king's sanctuary, and it is the royal house.'" Where did Amos go? To the desert (there, chapter 1), and thus he opens his book: "The words of Amos, who was among the herdsmen of Tekoa." In a later period, people from different sects fled to the desert, as did rebels. They lived in Qumran, at Masada, at Herodium, and in caves in Nahal Mishmar, among others. The Judean Desert is sufficiently isolated, yet also close enough to be convenient for living for these people. At the beginning of the fourth century, a Turkish pilgrim named Hariton arrived here and established a movement of monks who tried to imitate the earliest Christians—who were persecuted and lived in the desert. Hariton lived in Nahal Perat; later he moved to Nahal Tekoa, and from there returned to Nahal Perat, where he died and was buried. The monks of his movement lived in nearly complete seclusion: they sat alone in caves and met only once a week, mainly to receive food supplies and the like. The places where the monks lived are called "Mevoded" ("a dwelling in isolation," from the root B-D-D) or "laura"—"a way" or "corridor" in Greek—named for the passage between the different lauras. The cave in which Hariton secluded himself is not the cave shown in the first picture, but is located slightly to the east of it—yet it was דווקא this cave that was named after him. In the immediate vicinity there are remains of monasteries, lauras, and water reservoirs from the Byzantine period. Hariton Cave's limestone is subject to the impact of water that strikes it and dissolves it—a phenomenon known as "karst" (named after the Karst region in Slovenia, famous for its spectacular karst phenomena). There are many kinds of karst formations: a chimney, a cave, a doline, a rock column, and more. What they all have in common is the dissolution of the limestone by contact with water. The phenomenon of stalactites occurs when the rock is in a dry area and water seeps into it, forming a cave in which stalactites grow. The walls of these cavities are rough because the dissolution is not uniform. The most famous karst cave in the country is the stalactite cave near Beit Shemesh, and the famous column is the one on the descent of Nahal Amud. There are also karst phenomena that occur when the rock lies beneath the water's surface. In that case, no stalactites form—only cavities in the rock—and the cavity walls are smooth to the touch. Such is Hariton Cave, the second-largest cave in the country (after Sedom Cave), which was formed when the area was covered with water. Hariton Cave is about 3,500 square meters in area. Its depth from the entrance to the farthest point is 400 meters; however, this is not a direct distance, but rather a tangle of caves, chambers, passages, and crevices—resulting in a total walking distance of about 4.5 kilometers. The cave has 55 rooms of differing sizes. They are on different levels, and the route between them changes from place to place. Most people enter the cave up to room number 6; those who are especially strict in observance continue on to room number 9. There are other options, but only for professionals. Note for the tour in Hariton Cave: The cave entrance is forbidden without an authorized guide who knows the cave, is equipped with a map of the cave (a cave map is different from a terrain map and its markings must be known), and knows how to supervise the group and ensure at every moment that no one has gotten lost or been left behind. The Kfar Etzion Field School holds cave tours from time to time, and it is recommended to check with them when they take place. In the parking area above the cave (see directions for getting there), you will see a large Byzantine water reservoir, and around it remains of lauras and caves in which monks lived. You can identify the cave's opening by the two huge rocks next to it, which resemble the Tablets of the Covenant. Room number 1 is the entrance to the cave. From there you must crawl through a narrow, winding passage (also dusty and strewn with stones—not the most comfortable for your elbows and knees) to room number 2. From there, turn right to room 3 and descend by iron steps to room number 6. This is a large room where people are accustomed to sitting quietly in the dark and listening to the cave's story. Anyone who wants to continue to room 9 should climb the ladder on the right-hand side (when you are inside the cave there is no north and south—only right and left). From room 9 you return by the same route by which you arrived. Every so often there are white arrows marking the route inward and yellow arrows marking the way out. Note: You must take a headlamp/flashlight and spare batteries. Visiting the cave is not recommended for travelers who suffer from asthma or fear of enclosed spaces, and it should be taken into account that the cave's chambers are narrow. There is no cellular reception in the cave, and even a shout for help will not help. Do not enter the cave without an authorized guide. At the dripping spring along the black path, about 100 meters after the transparent split inside the cave, you reach a small and unusual spring whose waters drip from above the rock into a small pool at your feet. You can stand under it, open your mouth, and drink the water drop by drop. It is also pleasant to sit on the rock ledge above the stream, look out at the view, and drink a cup of coffee. For the map of Hariton Cave, courtesy of the Kfar Etzion Field School >> Additional tours in the area If you are already in the vicinity, don't skip a visit to Herodium National Park and a trip to the wildflowers (tulip-like/"halomonyot") near Ma'aleh Rechavam, which bloom in the months of October–November.

Where did it all begin? The story of the Israel Potash Company. The Israel Potash Company was the first company to begin producing minerals from the Dead Sea, in the 1930s. In 1934, it established at the foot of Mount Sedom in the south of the Dead Sea, a plant and next to it a workers' camp in which the plant workers lived. The camp functioned as a small, isolated settlement that at its peak housed about 300 people, including the workers' families (about forty women and about twenty children), and which was accessible only by boat that sailed from the north of the Dead Sea to its southern part. The company's activity ceased during the War of Independence, and in 1952 it was nationalized by the State of Israel for the establishment of Dead Sea plants. What awaits you at the Visitors Center throughout the year? You are invited to a guided, fascinating tour, in which you will experience for yourselves, through a variety of attractions, the everyday life, the hard work, the vision, and the determination of the plant workers and their families. The Visitors Center and Mount Sedom | Photo: Amit Gershon What does the tour include? The guided tour, lasting about an hour and a half, includes visits to the restored buildings throughout the camp, such as the workers' quarters tent, the kitchen, and the dining room: where, using virtual reality (VR) glasses, you will experience and feel firsthand the lifestyle of the camp's residents. In addition, interactive, experiential exhibitions and displays await you—such as a model hall of the Dead Sea, where you can watch a striking model that presents the formation of the Dead Sea rift. The entire tour is accompanied by explanations and films that tell the site's historic and fascinating story. Restored dining room | Photo: Efrat Gbay How do you book tickets? Ticket purchase is possible only on our website. Enter the site and choose your preferred date and time: Click here to enter the site and purchase tickets " Workers' quarters tent | Photo courtesy of the Dead Sea Visitors Center

All the Information on Dead Sea Experiences: Jeep Tours in the Dead Sea and the Judean Desert A jeep tour in the Judean Desert is a great way to get exposed to the wild terrain above the Dead Sea, without needing driving experience and without a private off-road vehicle. During two hours of 4X4 driving, you pass between cliff paths, desert ridges, and open viewpoints toward the Dead Sea, reaching points that cannot be reached by a regular car. The tour combines smooth off-road driving with viewpoint stops, brief explanations about the area's geology and nature, and time for photography at prominent scenic spots. This is an experience suited for those looking for a relatively accessible off-road activity, but with a real sense of adventure. What does the tour include? Off-road driving in 4×4 vehicles in the Judean Desert—open viewpoints toward the Dead Sea and the cliffs above it—stops at prominent scenic points—explanations about natural phenomena, sinkholes, and geological formations in the area—an guided off-road experience in a small group. Important details Duration of the activity: about two hours Minimum age: 7 Number of participants: up to 18 people in the group Location: The tourism center opposite Evenat, North of the Dead Sea No tours on Shabbat and on Israeli holidays Who is it suitable for? Families with children aged 7 and up Couples looking for a scenic activity at sunrise or sunset Groups, team-building days, and organized tours Travelers who want to get to know the Judean Desert in the most experiential way possible. Come on, we've got the watermelon covered | Photo: Dead Sea Experiences Additional attractions in the center's compound At the tourism center, you can combine additional activities: raider tours—sinkhole tours and salt cakes tours—bicycle tours independently—kosher meat restaurant—kosher dairy café—activities tailored for families, couples, and groups

All the information about Eretz Hataamar: A variety of experiences in the Dead Sea at the entrance to the beloved Kalia Beach, a hospitality complex and experience center Eretz Hataamar. On site you will enjoy an events venue, attractions, and lodging in the heart of a spectacular desert nature. The complex includes an air-conditioned tent for events, workshops and lectures, and plenty of attractions for the whole family—all with a captivating desert view. On site you will find seating areas, a wonderful bar, and in addition you can visit the Minus 430 Gallery located within the complex. Our activities include a wealth of attractions waiting for you here, including laser tag, jelly ball, jeep tours, camels, bicycles, and many more. These are the activities we offer: Jeep tours – a special desert experience that takes travelers on an exciting, experiential, and fun journey through breathtaking desert landscapes with guidance, explanations, and viewpoints. Bicycle tours – a light, fun sports experience; riding takes place along Dead Sea landscapes and the breathtaking desert mountains. Rider tours – an exciting extreme riding experience on motorized vehicles that is fun, easy, and leaves you wanting more… Camel tours – a unique and enjoyable ride; you can choose between a short loop with photos or a longer tour. Laser tag games – a fun tactical game taking place between abandoned houses, for groups of up to 25 participants per group. Water tag – a wet and funny experience; a fun game for hot days combining several types of games. Jelly ball – a challenging game between two lively, energetic active teams; suitable for all ages. Arrow and bow activity – shooting at a target using professional archery bows; during the activity you will learn to use the bow professionally, and we will hold target-shooting competitions. Guided tours by a guide-player – tours in the North Dead Sea area with various routes conducted by a guide-player. An intelligent and humorous experience from the Middle Ages to today. Graffiti in the Minus 430 Gallery – a wonderful journey between abandoned houses covered with graffiti paintings by artists from around the world, depicting the Dead Sea from different angles. Experiential abseiling in Nahal Komran – a thrilling cliff-sliding experience by a professional team over the caves of the ancient Qumran. Target shooting – hit the bullseye! An interactive shooting game for the whole family. In the complex you will also find a pampering dining area including a central drinks bar that sells soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, shakes, ice creams, and snacks. In addition, within the complex you will find 3 food trucks offering a variety of savory and sweet foods. Also, you can go on a variety of tours and routes in the area, and of course enjoy the beloved Kalia Beach. Private events: Dreaming of an unforgettable desert event? You found it! Our events and attractions complex is the perfect place for you. The complex is located in the heart of desert nature with a view of the Dead Sea and offers a variety of options for events and outdoor activities. In the complex, there is an air-conditioned tent for private events, bar/bat mitzvah days, and weddings. Our professional team will be happy to produce for you a special event just like you haven't experienced before. You can book a variety of experiential and fascinating workshops of all kinds: a drummers' circle, massages, desert Pilates, yoga at sunrise, star-gazing workshops, medicinal plant workshops in the desert, workshops for exotic musical instruments from around the world. Business events and team-building days. Looking for a place for a company event or a team-building day? The Eretz Hataamar team will be happy to help you plan the perfect team-building day for your employees or for a special launch you're planning. Step out of your routine and come enjoy an unforgettable experience in our complex that combines a unique desert setting and a variety of team-building activities and workshops. Want to stay overnight? You can sleep in our experiential lodging complex—Eretz Hataamar is waiting for you!

All the information about Ein Kedem: hot springs in the Dead Sea. Near the outlet of Nahal Kedem, right on the shoreline of the Dead Sea, a cluster of several hot springs, rich in minerals, known as Ein Kedem or by its additional name—Ein Sedek. They create pools at different temperature levels, from lukewarm to scalding hot, where you can soak your feet or your entire body (even in these waters you'll float, just like in the Dead Sea itself). Naturally, over time the size and shape of the pools change, as does the water temperature in them—therefore it's recommended to go down to the shoreline according to the directions for getting there and simply choose the pool you like best. There are a few pools of medium size, but you can also find small, shallow pools where a maximum of two people can fit, as well as larger pools. Some pools are lukewarm and some can even reach a temperature of 42–45°C; in such a case it's even better to splash around in the Dead Sea waters themselves within the scalding stream coming from the spring. The pools are far apart from one another, but they are all located right along the shoreline; so if you reach a lukewarm pool, it's recommended to walk along the shoreline until you reach a hot, pampering one. It's recommended to bring bottles of fresh water so you can rinse off after soaking in the pools. For those who invest, it's worth placing the bottles inside the spring so you can rinse off afterward with warm water. Pay attention: the water in the pools has a significant effect on the body's systems—so soak wisely and carefully while being aware of health limitations. The hot springs are located in an area where there is a sinkhole warning. The route to the springs is not marked and the shore is not declared safe for swimming. No trash is collected from the site—please collect your trash afterward and keep the place clean. Recommendation for the route after a warm soak in Nahal Kedem. Want to combine a nearby route? Jump to one of the streams in the beloved Ein Gedi Nature Reserve—Nahal David or Nahal Arugot. Nahal David, the easier of the two, is ideal also for families with very small children, while its brother, Nahal Arugot, includes a longer (but worthwhile) walk to the refreshing pools. On the way to the route, don't miss the episodes of the podcast "Al HaDerech" ("On the Way"), which will enrich your trip with lots of new and fascinating information—such as what the connection is between Nahal David and King David, and what the secret of the Judean Desert is. Full route in Ein Gedi Nature Reserve " Do you know after whose name Nahal David was named? King David! Do you know why? Listen and discover:

All the information about Nimrav Spring: The trail itself starts at the Nahal Tzalim parking lot. Note that getting to the parking lot involves slow and annoying driving on a rough dirt road, although it's passable even for a low car such as a 1997 Hyundai Accent. Start on the trail marked in black along the streambed. In spring there are several pools that it's possible to swim in. See the detailed route in Nahal Tzalim on the site; from there the trail continues in blue. At some point it reaches a split: the black trail continues in Nahal itself, while the blue trail climbs up the bank. The black route is supposed to be difficult. Because of the time we started the hike and the heat that was enveloping that day, we decided to skip it and continue on the blue. At the end of the ascent we turned right on the red path, and at the next fork right again to the green (all the time staying above the wadi/stream). After some time on the green trail, you meet the black trail again, and the brave ones who chose it. Continue on the green until the red fork, where you switch to red, which leads to the spring. Basically, it's an amazing route—walking among magnificent cliffs and the landscapes of Judean Desert—but note that the route is difficult. In addition, along the way you'll find cave sequences that are somewhat similar to bell caves, and from some of them you get an awesome view. We reached the spring with nearly the last of our strength, mainly due to the heavy heat. At midday, that is—prefer to leave an hour earlier so you arrive properly. As soon as you reach the spring, simply stay there until the heat drops. It's a deep, shaded pool, better to enter as soon as you arrive—while you're still really hot—otherwise your courage quickly fades. It's recommended and desirable to take a midday break there with a book and maybe even to nap. Toward about three o'clock, we were "driven out" of the spring by a park warden who cleared the reserve (so people wouldn't get stuck in the dark), and we returned to the parking lot the same way. Trail length is about 5 km each direction—i.e., about 10 km total. Very important—go early. Reach the spring before the real heat wave starts, meaning by about 11, and leave only after the heat has dropped due to the route being almost completely exposed to the sun. Another option—overnight at the parking lot the day before, so you can set out in the morning comfortably. Nimrav Spring is so special that Lonely Planet (Lonely Philg) doesn't give it up on his journey through Israel. Why? Just see for yourselves what a beautiful place!

Details on the route to the Dead Sea: In the settlement of Tzofet Yericho, a wonderful and moving landmark was established called "Dead Sea Terrace." From the terrace you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea basin from a point that descends in elevation from the slopes of the central mountain ridge. It's an excellent spot to begin any trip to the Judean Desert or the Dead Sea, and a perfect place for a scenic panoramic view and to recharge along the way. The Dead Sea Terrace viewpoint was established to commemorate Shlomo Kreizer, Yeshai Kreizer, Eitan Ornabach, and Achia Chori, who were killed in a road accident on their way to the settlement of Tzofet Yericho. For their commemoration, their families joined with the Settlement Division of the Jewish Agency and the "Amana" company, together with the Binyamin Regional Council and the Ministry of Tourism, in order to build the site that was designed by the architects Ami Shmueli and Ofer/Oszer Stul (Uzor Stole). The pair of architects wanted to create an alternative to the familiar style of a classic scenic viewpoint and to allow visitors a more complex experience through the structure of the viewpoint. The building is planned to lead visitors along a route that simulates walking through a stream gorge, constructed from six blocks/cubes, where each pair of cubes creates a frame: one frames the sky and the other frames the earth. Watch a story from Shimerit:

All the information about Ein Bokek Beach: A surprising public swimming place in the Dead Sea The hotel area near Ein Bokek is divided into northern and southern sections, and along it there are several declared public beaches for swimming; in the southern part there is also a swimming beach separated for the religious public. While Ein Gedi Beach and the Mineral Beach nearby were closed due to sinkhole danger, and the three renovated beaches in the north of the Dead Sea—Kalya, Biancini, and Neve Midbar—require payment, the Ein Bokek Beach strip is the only option in the Dead Sea for swimming on a declared free beach (apart from the payment for parking). The considerable investment put into developing the beaches is evident, especially in light of their previous condition. Today you can swim in clean beaches, lie on the soft yellow sand brought specifically here, and walk along an accessible promenade for about 15 km. On each of the beaches you'll find restrooms and showers for the public, water taps, comfortable chairs and sunshades for rent, and areas with fixed shade shelters, some of them inside the water. Although many tourists come to Ein Bokek beaches from all over the world, they are not very crowded, and there is enough space for everyone. The beaches are suitable mainly for people who like comfort, but you can manage with a somewhat commercial atmosphere, since there are shops, restaurants, and of course hotels near the beaches. In general, it is forbidden on the beaches to set up tents or light fires, except on holidays, when you may set up tents and have barbecues only in the designated areas. Swimming hours with lifeguard services: In summer time: 7:00–18:00 | In winter time: 7:00–16:00 Parking at Ein Bokek beaches is paid, according to the signage at the site. Those who want to park for free can park in the kurkar lot in the northern part of Ein Bokek, at the northern junction with Highway 90.

All the information about the Sedom Hill viewpoint Access to the viewpoint is suitable for any vehicle, and climbing to the very summit requires only a short on-foot walk. From the summit you can admire the standing mass of salt, and opposite you the view of the southern salt pools will be reflected. Looking west, you can see the escarpment from which both Nahal Peratzim and Nahal Ami'ez emerge. Looking east will reveal to you the border between the mountains of Edom and the mountains of Moab—namely Nahal Zerd, which is the Zared Stream of the eastern Jordan. The geological story—when you stand on Mount Sedom, in fact you are standing on a hill of salt—a unique and rare phenomenon in the world. Mount Sedom is about 11 km long and about two km wide. So how was the hill formed? Five million years ago, waters of the Mediterranean Sea entered the Dead Sea through the Jezreel Valley and formed the Sedom Lagoon. At this stage, salt rocks thicker than more than two kilometers sank into the Dead Sea. At a certain point, the connection between the Mediterranean Sea and the Dead Sea was severed; the Dead Sea became an inland, dry lake similar to what we know today, but on a far larger scale. The Dead Sea extended until about 14,000 years ago—from the Jordan Valley to the settlement of Hazeva in the Arabah. This is the famous "Lashon" (tongue-like) bay. At this stage, additional sedimentary deposits of lake sediment—salt rocks—continued to settle on top of the salt layers. One of them is the Lashon Formation that makes up the Ami'ez plateau and Nahal Peratzim—below this layer there are kilometers of salt layers. And how did Mount Sedom suddenly rise up? Well, salt has a special property. When it is compressed from above (in this case by sedimentary rock layers), it becomes viscous, and slowly it manages to rise through the many cracks of the rift. This phenomenon is called a diapir. This is how we have, from the side of Sedom, a vertical slab that every year adds to its rising by 6–9 mm. The dry climate in the Dead Sea region preserves it from erosion, because salt dissolves much faster than limestone. In Sedom there are hundreds of kilometers of vertical and horizontal tunnels that were created following the dissolution of the salt by the waters, leaving behind a cave of Lot's wife (also called Sedom Cave). Trip to the cave of Lot's wife in Sedom | Photo courtesy of: eXteriorate

All the information about Uri's Jeep: Experiential Jeep Tours: It's time to go on an extreme off-road tour! Our company, "Uri's Jeep," will be happy for you to take part in an amazing jeep tour experience that includes visits to points of interest, stops at scenic viewpoints, and fascinating instructions about the area. Our tours: We offer a variety of tours suitable for everyone! You can join a family or group tour; and if you're in a romantic mood, you can book a couple's tour that will be unforgettable. Photo: courtesy of Uri's Jeep North Dead Sea: A tour among the tuff formations (chalka/limestone outcrops) that create amazing formations on the ground, just a stone's throw from the Dead Sea. During the tour, you will meet hidden monks' caves, see ancient mud houses, and view historical remains. Judean Desert: A tour through the expanses of the desert, during which you will encounter animals in the area, meet Bedouins, see ancient water installations, and a lush green oasis full of water. If you arrive in the winter season, you will be amazed and enjoy the carpets of blooming flowers that await the desert. Jerusalem Forest: Jerusalem Forest is a beautiful and especially rich natural area. During the tour, you will see mountainous terrain, trees, and various types of plants. You can enjoy a stop at springs and refresh in them, meet animals, and see remnants of settlements throughout history. Sodom (Dead Sea Hotels): A tour up the Great Mountain of the World—the Mount of Sodom—where unique natural phenomena were formed on the ground. The tour includes driving along Nahal Prazim and the spectacular Nahal Sodom in their forms and natural design, ascending to a breathtaking viewpoint over the entire surroundings, and a peek into a special cave, "the Air Conditioner Cave." More things you should know: In all the areas, it is possible to do a two-hour tour and a four-hour tour. The starting and ending point is flexible, coordinated with us. You can arrange sunrise and sunset tours and evening tours—during nights of a full moon. We would be happy for you to coordinate the tour with us in advance, but if you've already arrived in the area you can call and check availability. You can combine a visit to historical and special sites such as: Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Qaser al Yahud, and more. So what awaits you there? Get a glimpse!

All the information about Zohar Fortress Zohar Fortress is an archaeological site containing the remains of an ancient fortress located in the canyon of Nahal Zohar. At the site you can see the remains of the walls, the fortress gate, and a water reservoir. In Nahal Zohar, at the foot of the fortress on its western side, there is the Zohar pool, built during the Byzantine period and used by the inhabitants of the fortress and the caravans that passed here. Travel video for this Zohar fortress

All the information about Herodion—when history and nature meet in the desert Herodion, today a national park whose entrance is ticketed, presents an impressive historical display: from the fortress-palace of the mountain, the royal theater, and the underground water system that connects different parts of the park. In 2007, the grave of Herod was excavated for the first time by the late Prof. Ehud Netzer, who excavated the site for decades. Ehud Netzer found his death at the Herodion site in 2010 after he slipped while working in the theater. His grave is not described elsewhere in the text. During the excavations it was found that during the Great Revolt, Herodion served as a fortress site for the Zealots, who were ultimately defeated in 71 CE by the Romans. It also served as a central base and military camp for Bar Kokhba's army in a revolt that lasted between 132–135 CE. In the entrance lobby to the park, there is a nice film that helps you understand a bit more about the great builder-king—Herod.

All the information about the Good Samaritan Inn, updated by the Nature and Parks Authority: The reserve has been opened to visitors, subject to restrictions and guidelines of the Ministry of Health. To visit the reserve, you must book in advance. For more details " The Good Samaritan Inn is a remnant of a roadside lodging house and inn that served travelers between Jerusalem and Jericho for about 2,000 years, from the time of King Herod to the present day. In 2009, the site was opened for visits by the Nature and Parks Authority and today it serves as an extraordinary museum of mosaics from the region of Judea, Samaria, and the Gaza Strip. The museum—air-conditioned and therefore suitable for visits in all seasons—is a splendid example of mosaic art, whose peak was in the 4th century CE. In the museum you can find many mosaics, as well as a film explaining how mosaics are created, along with a mosaic reconstruction. Did you know that in a medium-sized mosaic there are about two million stones?? Opening hours and summer rates: Sunday–Thursday and Saturday, 8:00–17:00, Friday and holiday eves: 8:00–16:00. Winter hours: Sunday–Thursday and Saturday, 8:00–16:00, Friday and holiday eves: 8:00–15:00. Eve of Rosh Hashanah, Eve of Yom Kippur, and Eve of Passover: 8:00–13:00. Prices: Individual: Adult 22 ₪, child 10 ₪, senior 11 ₪. Group: Adult 19 ₪, child 8 ₪. The site is named "The Good Samaritan" because the lodging house is associated with the one mentioned in the New Testament in the Gospel according to Luke—Chapter 10: "And behold, a certain lawyer stood up and tempted him, saying, Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? He said unto him, What is written in the law? how readest thou? And he answering said, Thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbor as thyself. And he said unto him, Thou hast answered right; this do, and thou shalt live. But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbor? And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side. And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side. But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him. And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. And on the morrow, when he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to the host, and said, Take care of him; and whatsoever thou spendest more, when I come again, I will repay thee. Which now of these three, thinkest thou, was neighbor unto him that fell among the thieves? And he said, He that showed mercy on him. Then said Jesus unto him, Go, and do thou likewise." In this sermon, Jesus explains to his believers the verse "Love your neighbor as yourself," asking "Who is 'your neighbor'?" and giving as an example a story about a wounded man lying by the road. According to the sermon, a priest passed by and did not help him; a Levite passed by and did not help him; but it was precisely the Samaritan—who, according to Judaism, was of a lower social status—who stopped, bandaged his wounds, gave him a drink, brought him to the inn, and even paid from his own money to the innkeeper for the wounded man's lodging. The concept "The Good Samaritan" has today become an expression for someone who helps another immediately and without expecting anything in return.

All information about the Puppet Museum in Arad: A remarkable museum in which all the items on display are made from special materials such as bronze, porcelain, terra cotta, and more. The museum is designed in the style of commedia dell'arte and is the initiative of two residents of the city.

All the information about the Cave of Machpelah: A magnificent structure in beauty and size rises above the cave; according to tradition, the patriarchs and matriarchs of the Jewish people are buried there (with the exception of Rachel, whose burial is in Bethlehem). This structure is unique in that it is the only public building in the world that has been active for 2,000 years. One can see within it and around it the additional construction from every historical period. The site is divided between Jews and Muslims. The site is a place of worship for both religions.

Who is Mar Saba? At a distance of about thirty kilometers southeast of Jerusalem, the Mar Saba Monastery is located. Master Sabas—also known as the Holy Sabas the Hesychast—gave the name to the great and impressive monastery in the Judean Desert. Sabas was born in Cappadocia, in central Turkey, in 439. At age 18 he set out for the Land of Israel until he reached Euthymius, the father of the monastic movement in the Judean Desert. He began his journey during a period of preparation, and afterward he went out for a period of seclusion in the desert, in a cave located on a cliff opposite the monastery. After the death of Euthymius, he settled in a cave in the Kidron Valley. Over time, students came to him, and he became an important figure in all of Orthodox Christianity, and one of the most important monks who worked in the Land of Israel. The history of the Mar Saba Monastery during the life of the Holy Monk Sabas the Holy Sabas the Hesychast founded many monasteries. The most famous of them was formerly called "the Great Lavra," in Greek—"the Great Path/Passage"—which, over the years, became the famous Mar Saba Monastery. The original name of the Greek monastery—Orthodox—is identified with the way of life of hundreds of monks who lived in this monastery: a path that connects the small cells or caves where the monks secluded themselves, and the central building. Near the end of Sabas's life, thousands of monks lived in the monastery. The central building served them on Saturdays and Sundays for prayer and a shared meal. There they also stocked water, food, and raw materials for their work, which ranged between weaving mats and baskets and braiding ropes. During periods when the monks encountered a hostile regime toward Christians, they chose to concentrate in the fortified central building. Although the fortifications did not always succeed in protecting them, monastic life in this monastery almost never ceased for more than 1,500 years, and it continues to exist even today. The monastery continued to operate alongside the Persian invasions, and despite the fact that it was severely damaged. To this day, the monastery houses the skulls of monks whom the Persians slaughtered. The monastery's great restoration is owed to the Crusaders, who built an outer wall and a watchtower in order to protect its inhabitants. Even Saladin, who conquered the Crusaders, kept the monastery and it stood until the 19th century, when Bybers, the Mamluk Sultan of Egypt and Turkey, ordered that it be destroyed. The monastery was rebuilt shortly afterward with donations from the Russian Church, and these are most of the buildings that exist today. The monk Sabas died peacefully in 532 at the age of 94 and was buried in the monastery. After the conquest of the land by Saladin and the Crusaders' retreat from the land, they took the monk Sabas's remains to Venice. Only in 1964 did they return them to Israel, and since then it is possible to see him lying in his monk's robe in a glass coffin in the main church of the monastery. Nowadays, at Mar Saba the beauty of the walled Greek-Orthodox monastery can be seen from a viewing point on the cliff overlooking the Kidron stream. As of 2015, only about 15 monks live in the monastery, disconnected from the world, and provide water and electricity. In order to enter the monastery itself, you must cross the Kidron stream on foot and climb the stairs leading to it—a task that is not easy because of the challenging route. The monks have a fixed daily schedule that begins at midnight and includes prayer for 4 to 5 hours, meals at set times, and a fixed menu. Additional prayers join the night prayers, study and reading in the Scriptures, and work in the monastery such as cleaning, working in the kitchen, or guarding the monastery gate. Note: There is no entry to the monastery on Wednesdays and Fridays, as these are the monks' days of rest. Feast day for the Holy Sabas the day of death of the Holy Sabas became a feast day. According to the Julian calendar on which the Orthodox Church relies even to this day, it falls on December 5, but according to the Gregorian calendar—which we also use—it falls on December 17. And so every year, on December 17, the monks mark the holy day by lighting hundreds of candles in caves where monks once lived. The lighting of the candles takes place at the end of the third day's ceremonies and prayers in his remembrance, and the sight of hundreds of flickering points of light in the darkness is simply mesmerizing. In order to enjoy the sight of the burning candles, it is recommended to arrive on December 17 from after sunset until sunrise. On the day of the feast, there is no entry to the monastery itself, but it is recommended to arrive in the evening hours in order to enjoy the impressive spectacle from the cliff overlooking the monastery and to see the lights all around. The mesmerizing shimmering candlelight at Mar Saba Monastery | Photo: Zehorit Hovav Interesting facts about Mar Saba Monastery There is no entry for women to the monastery from the time it was established to this day. Even Sabas's mother were not allowed to enter when she came to visit him. Entry to the women's tower attached to the main entrance allows women to view the monastery. On temptation and an apple: Similar to the story of Eve in the Garden of Eden, it is forbidden to bring apples into the monastery. Why? Because a juicy apple almost caused Monk Sabas to break his fast, and since then, in order to prevent temptation, apples are forbidden from being brought into the monastery. Over the years, the monastery collected works of art and rare manuscripts, including rare copies of the Bible (Tanakh), the New Testament, Homer's Iliad writings, and letters of messengers from the 7th, 9th, and 12th centuries. During the 1970s, most of the library items were transferred to the Greek-Orthodox Patriarchate in Jerusalem. Directions Travelers go via Highway 1 on the route from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea. About 12 km east of the junction of Mitzpor Mishor Adumim, turn right according to the signs to "Nabi Musa." Continue driving for 12.8 km until you reach the marking for the blue trail, where you should turn right onto a dirt road. Continue driving for 4.7 km, then turn left to the top of a hill, from which a path leads to a viewpoint overlooking the monastery. Waze navigation: Mar Saba Monastery. With any kind of vehicle you can reach the ascent behind which there are several large black pipes and a small plant, where you park. The distance from there to the monastery is about 1 km—20 minutes on foot, of which 10 minutes are uphill. With a 4x4 vehicle you can reach the viewpoint. Note: Infrastructure works at the site created a gravel track (kurkar), which made the drive to the Mar Saba Monastery easier for all types of vehicles. The convenient ascent reaches to within about two kilometers of the viewpoint to the monastery. For a 4X4 route in the Judean Desert: from the Horqania valley to the Cliff of the Crags—includes the viewpoint overlooking the Mar Saba Monastery " And this is what a family trip experience looks like between streams, viewpoints, and cliffs:

All the information about the Monastery of Euthymius and the Monastery of Marthyrius We visited three monasteries that were opened in the last few weeks to the general public in the Judean Desert. There was excellent guidance on site. It's recommended to check in advance the opening times and tours at the Nature and Parks Authority's call center, since the crowds for these locations are still not strong and the opening hours are very limited. The Monastery of Euthymius was the first, and getting there is from the second junction of Ma'ale Adumim, what is called the industrial zone; there is clear signage. The tour began at 10:00; we arrived a little early, and at the entrance Kobi Halfegut greeted us warmly. Kobi is the manager of the sites and made every effort to ensure that all the travelers that day left satisfied. Our guide was Ami Tamer, who ultimately accompanied us to all three sites. Ami is an excellent guide with great knowledge in the field, and he gave such tangible instruction, as if he personally dug and discovered. At the Monastery of Euthymius, Ami explained the history of the monks in the Land of Israel—how the monks came to this area and what their way of life was. At the Monastery of Euthymius, the highlight for us was the water well, to which you descend via a wide wooden staircase. From there we followed him in a caravan to the Monastery of Marthyrius, located in the heart of Ma'ale Adumim. The Monastery of Marthyrius is larger than the Monastery of Euthymius. There is there a large dining room by the standards of those days, horse stables, and mosaic floors. From there we went to the Good Samaritan Inn, which is the highlight of all three. This is the central site where there is an impressive display of mosaics—both outdoors and in the air-conditioned museum—brought to the site from the entire area, including from Gaza, where the monastic tradition actually began. At the Good Samaritan Inn, it is forbidden to photograph the exhibits, because most of them have not yet been published in the scientific world. The visit lasts about two hours at each monastery, including travel between them, and therefore the trip can be planned accordingly.

All information about the night show at Masada, update 17.7.2020: The Nature and Parks Authority stated that the cable car at Masada will be closed on Saturdays; during the rest of the week it will be open. Ascending the mountain from the west will be possible on all days of the week; from the east, according to the detailed instructions on the Nature and Parks Authority website. The Masada Museum will be closed on Saturdays and open during the other days of the week. The Nature and Parks Authority stated that visitors arriving at Masada from the west (via Arad) can, on Thursdays, ascend via the Sella Trail (an ascent of about 20 minutes with stairs) to the summit of Masada and watch the sunset from the height of the summit, until 19:00 (last entry until 18:00). After that, you can descend back by the same route and watch the night show and the light and sound presentation. The night show at Masada—from sunset to sunrise—takes visitors to the year 73 CE, when the Roman Empire had already destroyed Jerusalem and about a thousand Jews remained besieged in the fortress on Masada. The show that accompanies the days of the Roman legion's siege of Masada, the breaching of the walls, life in the Jewish settlement at Masada, and the fate of the leaders and the Jews who entrenched themselves in the fortress is presented on the western side of the mountain (from the area of the Sella to the northern palace). The show combines unique lighting effects, a soundtrack performed by singers and a choir, actors, and performers. In addition to the show, which lasts about 45 minutes, the complex includes a historically themed archaeological excavation shed that offers a glimpse behind the scenes of the archaeological excavations carried out on site, a visitor service center, two audio stations—one tells about the siege of the Roman army and the other about King Herod—and a night parking lot at Masada West.

All information about Secrets in the Desert: The tour from Sedom Square departs by bus/minibus and lasts about two hours. (The schedule can be adapted to the group's requests.) Along the way there are stops and departures as needed; it is tailored to the target audience. The tour includes the following topics: Unique geography—desert; the place is the lowest in the world; agricultural settlement in the area and "how do you survive here?" Floods, climate, seasonal reversal, and more. The international border between Israel and Jordan, special marking of the border, land in exchange for water, border crossing. Unique high-tech agriculture for the desert— a method invented in the country; brackish water, saline soil, salt vapor in the air, drip irrigation, and control via computers, etc. Visit the Moringa plant greenhouse—its source is India, and it has been used traditionally for thousands of years to treat a variety of diseases, inflammations, and to enhance nutrition. Visit the Basil greenhouse—"King of the spices" and an explanation. Visit a date palm orchard and an explanation about the remarkable fruit. Option to visit the site's unique galleries: the "Joj'o" gallery and the "Esty" gallery, depending on the time available to visitors and according to the opening hours of the galleries, coordinated in advance.

A unique experience in the wonderful Dead Sea: Did you know you can paddle kayaks also in the Dead Sea—where natural phenomena are scattered, special to an area rich in salt? With the Kayak Tours company, you can collect experiences through an amazing sports activity that's suitable for the whole family. So what can you see while paddling? Salt diamonds, salt pearls, salt chimneys rising from the depths of the sea and salt caves in a variety of formations. So if you're a group of up to 20 participants looking for a cool activity for two hours, all you need to do is coordinate the tour in advance and come prepared with: sunglasses, sunscreen, a cap, water shoes, a swimsuit and a comfortable shirt for the water, a towel and clothes to change into, and of course drinking water. No prior experience is necessary. A larger group, of up to 35 people, can go on a combined activity with a boat. Important to know: there are no restrooms on the beach, so it's recommended to use the facilities at the nearby gas station or at the "Ahava" plant. At the end of the activity, you can use a portable fresh-water shower to rinse off the Dead Sea water. In addition, you must arrive at the location twenty minutes before departure to the sea to receive instructions. Get a glimpse of an unforgettable activity:

All the Information on the Dead Sea Raider: An Experiences Center for Groups and Individuals This is the perfect time for a trip to the Dead Sea! On Dead Sea bicycles, you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind tourism center that includes plenty of activities and experiences for everyone—from families, through groups, to private events and team-building events. We offer bicycle and raider tours that depart from the new tourism center (Dead Sea Bicycles in Waze) and arrive at magical viewpoints. Local guides with the knowledge and the required keys to reach all the beautiful places—everything with a cycling or gliding experience that only adds to the fun. Photo: Courtesy of Dead Sea Bicycles Our Experiences Bicycle rentals and bicycle tours in the Dead Sea Take our bicycles for a ride among the hills, the orchards, and the sea—right before it disappears. Cycle for your enjoyment and enjoy huge views. On the tour, you'll see, among other things: diamonds and pearls, layers and stalactites—everything made of salt and with no human touch! Experience and enjoyment are guaranteed if you're looking for mid-level off-road riding, calm and views you haven't seen yet. Away from people and away from the road—only you and the magnificent Dead Sea. Photo: Courtesy of Dead Sea Bicycles Raider Tours in the Dead Sea On MIA RIDER—have you heard already? We offer an especially exciting tour aboard this innovative vehicle that will take you to incredible viewpoints and trails—ones you truly won't get to see anywhere else. Raider tours (like Segway, with four wheels)—a unique experience like no other at the Dead Sea. Photo: Courtesy of Dead Sea Bicycles Team-Building Days at the Dead Sea Team-building days—an experiential day for companies and organizations of all kinds and types. A full day including a pampering breakfast under the magical shita (acacia) tree, a special walking tour for salt cakes, workshops with views of the sea, a raider tour, bicycles or jeeps, lunch, and an option for a magical kumzitz under the shita tree or at a viewpoint facing the sea. Jeep tours travel along a special route to the viewpoints of the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea. A challenging off-road ride in a variety of jeeps, viewpoint stops, guidance, and complementary experiences that we tailor according to your request—suitable for groups. Asado in the desert A great meat restaurant offering a menu that includes a variety of meat dishes and authentic dishes. There is an option to sit facing a crazy view of the Dead Sea, and the experience is perfect for a lunch stop or an unforgettable dinner. For more information " Photo: Courtesy of Dead Sea Bicycles And what else? We invite you to enjoy more of a variety of experiences, among them: special tours for families and groups to "Salt Cakes"—the most beautiful salt formations in the world. In addition, you can book packages for birthdays and "fun and team-building" days for groups and families. Get a glimpse of an unforgettable experience: Important to know! You can rent and ride independently, or alternatively rent also a local guide and enjoy an added set-up. Welfare manager? You're also welcome to contact us regarding fun and team-building days.

All the information about Neve Midbar Beach in the north of the Dead Sea sits Neve Midbar Beach, spread along an amazing stretch of coastline, with wide lawns, swimming pools, and a kosher restaurant overlooking the view of the Dead Sea. What do you do at Neve Midbar Beach? It's worth coming to the place to relax for a few nights, staying in one of the rooms overlooking the sea, or in the indulgent camping area, which includes showers and restrooms, and enjoying an atmosphere of fun and disconnection from everyday life, replenishing your energy, rejuvenating your skin with the famous Dead Sea mud and the desert weather. The professional and experienced staff of Neve Midbar Beach know how to provide solutions for any social setup coming to vacation—whether as a family or a couple, a group of friends, or a business company outing—as well as if you feel like coming alone and simply clearing your head. Accommodation options at Neve Midbar Beach: Lodging in huts: come and sleep in huts overlooking the sea, which include pairs of mattresses *without bedding items, an electrical outlet, and lighting in covered buildings (partially built), with shade netting for protection from winds and sun. The huts are suitable for lodging of a couple and plus one child. Camping lodging: in the camping area located near the main pool area, including changing rooms, showers, and restrooms. In the area you can set up the tent you bring with you, and enjoy the site's facilities. Fun days and events with us at Neve Midbar Beach: Neve Midbar Beach fun days: you are invited to pamper yourself with the perfect fun day at our beach, including breakfast and lunch served in the air-conditioned restaurant, indulgent bars with a variety of food and drink options, massage tastings, and all sorts of treats for a fun day from the movies. *For groups, by prior arrangement. Private parties and events: come celebrate your event at Neve Midbar Beach and dance until the early morning! Our events area includes a drinks and alcohol bar of various options, a huge dance floor, a DJ booth, and in essence, everything you need for an unforgettable party. Business events at Neve Midbar Beach: looking for company events that everyone will be impressed by? Want to pamper all your employees or your clients? At our place you can hold the perfect business event that everyone will talk about! Thanks to our impressive complex, which includes a variety drinks bar, an excellent restaurant, decorative carts, lawn spaces, shade structures, and more, we will take care of everything you'll need—and all under the direction of a welcoming, service-oriented staff member. Indulgent massage station at Neve Midbar Beach | Photo: Natanal Shelzinger

All the information about Kalia Beach: Experiences in the Dead Sea—North of the Dead Sea, on the line between desert and sea, lies the most beautiful beach in the Dead Sea. Welcome to Kalia Beach! An authentic and natural beach—clean and organized. Here you will find maintained facilities, lifeguard services, organized parking, shuttle services to the waterline, and service of the highest level. So if you want to float on your back, smear yourself in the Dead Sea mud, or just enjoy a chilled beer at the lowest bar in the world, we're waiting for you—only 25 minutes from Jerusalem. Photo: courtesy of Kalia Beach A little about the beach: A beautiful and calm beach, far from the crowded hotel area of Ein Bokek. Everything here moves at the pace of the desert—calm and serene. The camels, the mountains, and the desert 420 meters below sea level create a special atmosphere that will instill peace and calm even when you return home. The beach is equipped with everything needed for a pleasant and enjoyable stay. Photo: courtesy of Kalia Beach What awaits you at Kalia Beach? The cosmetics center for Dead Sea products; the lowest bar in the world; cheap seating; maintained infrastructure; toilets and hot showers / paid locker rooms; personal lockers; towels for rental / purchase; electricity connection; wireless internet (in the bar); camel tours; shuttle to the waterline; black mud; a well-organized barbecue area with shade and water. You must bring grilling meshes (you can also purchase them from us). No barbecues may be brought in from home.

Alpha Team's Laser Tag experience – unforgettable action at the heart of Jerusalem! Extreme lovers? Want to feel the rush of adrenaline flowing? You're invited to the Alpha Team laser tag attraction at the Cinema City complex in Jerusalem and to enjoy an action-packed game in a dedicated, professional venue. What can you do here? Laser tag: full of action battles in virtual reality. Laser tag simulates real combat using weapon systems based on safe infrared technology. During the laser tag game, you'll need to plan, create strategy, work as a team, and be ready for a variety of game scenarios, with the goal of defeating your opponent. Water Tag: the perfect summer-month activity—water battles full of crazy action! A refreshing experience with unique equipment that lets you track your opponent and hit them precisely. The activity takes place in a venue with upbeat music and an electrifying atmosphere. Especially suitable for hot team-building days and for light, fun events. Paintball: a challenging warfare game with color guns that simulate a real-time battle! Participants are equipped with protective gear that protects them from dirt and pain, and then head out to a variety of combat games that require strategic thinking, teamwork, and plenty of boldness. Our guiding team is made up of experienced instructors and graduates of combat units, who will ensure you get a safe, action-filled experience. What is laser tag? The Alpha Team laser tag experience is an immersive attraction that combines pure fun, tactics, and strategy. The equipment in the venue is the newest and safest on the market; the staff is kind and professional, and the arena itself spans a large area with an upbeat playlist that boosts energy during the game. The activity is divided into several mini-games, according to different scenarios and a variety of goals. Each player is equipped with a headband wirelessly connected to their weapon, with an informative screen integrated into it that enhances the game experience. Laser tag without pain and without dirt! The weapons use safe infrared beam technology that marks the opponent as hit or neutralized—you earn points, while the opponent receives feedback with vibration and visual and audible alerts. The game is suitable for all ages, from children to adults. Dedicated equipment for children and teens is easier to operate and includes game programs tailored to their pace. What's special about Alpha Team? Professional guidance—every activity is accompanied by experienced, kind instructors full of energy, who will challenge you and raise the level of the game. A complete game experience—every participant is active throughout the entire game time, with live results displays and tips for improving performance. Advanced and safe equipment—all our equipment meets strict safety standards and offers a high-quality, safe gaming experience. Who is it suitable for? Families looking for a cohesive, action-packed experience. Groups and corporate events—team-building days full of competition and fun. Birthdays and special events—an unforgettable experience for all ages. Youth groups, trainees, and drills for standby/reserve classes—an challenging and educational experience. What's important to know? The activity is suitable for 10 to 40 participants (for larger events, additional experiences can be combined). The activity lasts about one to two hours, depending on the game plan and the group. Parking is available at the Cinema City complex. The venue is accessible to people with disabilities and is suited for all ages.

All the information about Fantasy: the largest attractions complex on the Dead Sea. We invite you to an exciting, bonding family outing at the center of entertainment and imagination from the world's latest. Fantasy Island's entertainment center is located on the Dead Sea in Ein Bokek and offers a variety of sensory and adrenaline-pumping attractions for children and adults of all ages: Battleship: a new and exciting virtual reality facility. Meet the new complex at Fantasy Island—a spectacular virtual reality facility that will take you on an adventure you won't forget. Among the experiences awaiting you, you can set off on an exciting journey through space, dive into the depths of the sea, stroll through magical forests, fight zombies, and even go back to the prehistoric era and meet dinosaurs. Thanks to interactive activity that includes an advanced shooting system, high-level graphics, and a dynamic platform that moves in all directions, you can eliminate opponents with maximum precision thanks to advanced VR systems and feel like you're living the game! The activity includes 20 different games of your choice and is designed for two players. Enter the ship | Photo: Fantasy Island 7DMAX: Seven dimensions that will take you high. If you've always dreamed of touching the big screen and jumping in for a moment—this is your experience! High-quality 3D movies that combine special effects of water, wind, smoke, aromas, seats that move according to the film's storyline, and more surprises that will make you feel like an inseparable part of the plot. A large selection of movies for all ages—from children aged 4 to horror and adventure films for adults only. Dead Sea Laser Tag: An unforgettable experience. For the entire vacation you're equipped with laser rifles and an advanced protective vest. You enter a dark, futuristic maze where danger lurks behind every corner from the moment the mission begins—pulsing music, a hazy and electrifying atmosphere. In a futuristic battlefield, you must hit your opponents in order to score as many points as possible and win! Game duration and time to get ready: up to 30 minutes. Game duration in the game arena: 15 minutes. At the end of the mission, you can watch the game results with the personal and team scoreboards.

A Dead Sea spa offering warm sulfur pools, mineral black mud and floating in the world’s saltiest waters. Wellness and skincare in a desert setting.

The Ein Bokek resort strip, the heart of Dead Sea spas: many establishments offer mud treatments, mineral baths and therapies that draw on the region’s unique climate and waters.