Mont Hermon — sommet enneigé et télésiège

Things to do in Mount Hermon

Israel’s highest peak: a ski resort in winter, chairlift and hikes in summer, at the heart of a spectacular Golan.

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Mount Hermon, Israel’s highest summit, holds the country’s only ski resort. In winter you can ski when snow allows; the rest of the year the chairlift, trails and alpine panoramas take over. The area is explored by car.

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Excursions

Hikes, guided visits and discoveries off the classic route

Buggy tours in the Golan: an off-road experience in the northern Golan Heights🥾 Excursions

Buggy tours in the Golan: an off-road experience in the northern Golan Heights

טיולי באגי בגולן: חווית שטח בצפון רמת הגולן

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Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about buggy tours in the Golan: an off-road experience in the northern Golan Heights. Welcome to Buggy Tours in the Golan! Your experience begins in Majdal Shams, in the heart of the industrial zone, and continues for about an hour and a half of independent driving in buggies on designated roads. Yes, yes—you drive yourselves! Along the way, you will cross green orchards, reach the breathtaking point at the Ram Reservoir (Barat Ram), and stop for coffee and a view over the water. Beyond the fun of the ride, this is a route that passes through sites full of history—from Mount Hermon to the border line—along with stops that connect the past and the present. The tanks from the war, the view toward Syria, and the explanations you'll receive along the way—all of these create an experience that combines adventure with educational value. Photo: Courtesy of Buggy Tours in the Golan. What does the experience include? Off-road tour in the open: an off-road route in the Golan that starts in Majdal Shams and continues to the border with Syria. A close-up look at history: a stop near old tanks, observation points along the border line, and a fascinating explanation about the area. Breathtaking scenery: a panoramic view of Mount Hermon, driving through orchards, and stopping at the Ram Reservoir right next to the water. Important information: Convenient starting point in the industrial zone of Majdal Shams (with parking available). Suitable for families with young children; you can sit with an accompanying adult. A properly scheduled stop halfway along the way, with time to take photos, drink coffee, and enjoy the view. Must arrive with a valid driver's license (for drivers only).

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןטרקטורונים / קרטינג / רייזרים / אופנועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Ahmodi Park & Self-Picking🥾 Excursions₪25

Ahmodi Park & Self-Picking

פארק וקטיף עצמי אחמודי

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Mount Hermon and the Sources of the Jordan / Golan Heights

All the information about the Ahmodi pick-your-own cherry orchard park in our park. Experience an authentic green agricultural experience in the north of the country, where children are given independence and can wander on their own in the orchard and pick cherries for their own enjoyment during the season. Until the end of October, apple picking is available! Parents can take part in the experience with the children and also take the time for yourselves—rest, clear your head, and give yourselves a moment of quiet in front of our beautiful headquarters. As part of the experience, you can enjoy: cherry picking, a shared ride in a wagon to a stunning lookout, pedal carting around the orchard, picnic tables throughout the orchard for your convenience, horseback riding and animal petting, ninja and trampoline facilities, slides, and more. Druze flatbread with labneh. You can pre-order an authentic Druze meal for groups and individuals. 25 NIS entrance per person, including free eating from the orchard.

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןטרקטורונים / קרטינג / רייזרים / אופנועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Jordan Farm – Horse Tours in the Galilee🥾 Excursions

Jordan Farm – Horse Tours in the Galilee

חוות ירדן - טיולי סוסים בגליל

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about Jordan Ranch — Horse tours in the Galilee: Are you looking for special activities in the North? Meet Jordan Ranch, offering group horse tours in intimate settings in the most beautiful places in the North. We invite you to enjoy a variety of tour options ranging from one hour to up to several days. In the horse tours at Jordan Ranch, you can tailor the tour to your tastes and include a stop in the fields for coffee/tea and cookies, a bonfire with flatbreads on the saj, a rich "povka" full of everything, cheeses and wine, a picnic basket, and more—everything your imagination suggests. At the ranch you'll receive warm personal attention together with the highest level of professionalism. Photo: Courtesy of Jordan Ranch. Jordan Ranch is a private, small, and intimate ranch that emphasizes the quality of the activities taking place there, not the number of riders in each class or tour. We look forward to seeing you!

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןרכיבת סוסים/ חמורים/ גמלים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע
Jordan River Rafting – Extreme Experiences in the Most Beautiful Landscapes🥾 Excursions

Jordan River Rafting – Extreme Experiences in the Most Beautiful Landscapes

רפטינג נהר הירדן - חוויות אקסטרים בנופים הכי יפים

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

Jordan River Rafting: A Variety of Extreme Experiences in One Place Are you looking for a break from routine that will get your heart racing? Meet the Jordan River Rafting complex, which combines a variety of extreme experiences especially—exciting RZR trips, jeep tours in the most beautiful landscapes of the Jordan, and a colorful paintball activity. If you're into action movies, it's time to show what you're worth. The Jordan River Rafting site offers you "terrain combat" in a green environment that provides natural coverage, hiding spots, camouflage, challenge, and thought. 150 paintballs and live targets. A variety of guided games are available: "The Flag," "Account Settlement." Paintball shooting at inflatable targets—an inflatable facility in which floating balls fly. The goal is to hit as many balls as possible. From age 4. Must bring closed-toe shoes. Duration of activity: about one hour (including briefing). Get into the action | Photo: Jordan River Rafting RZR Tours (self-drive) The RZR is an off-road leisure vehicle, best suited for challenging trips and extreme sports. On RZR tours at Jordan River Rafting, you will be given our amazing off-road vehicle; one of its most important advantages—allowing you to make full use of all its capabilities—is safety. RZR tours at Jordan River Rafting offer you a unique off-road experience using new and well-maintained vehicles on attractive routes along the Jordan River opposite Mount Hermon. Up to 30 people in one session | For large groups up to 100 people, rangers can be added | Duration: short route—about an hour and a quarter (including briefing) long route—about two hours (including briefing) For more details on the RZR experience " Jeep tour on one of the Upper Galilee's most fascinating routes, among basalt rocks, natural woodland, and water-and-mud crossings that won't leave you dry—an unforgettable experience awaits you. The tour route begins at the Jordan River Rafting exit; then, you travel along the riverbed until crossing the Gilbon Stream, where boulders await in its channel—those that off-road drivers dream of. After crossing the stream, we reach the small Galiot (Fag'er) channel; duration: about two hours. More on the site: Iskandar Restaurant—strictly kosher, a Mediterranean grill with Turkish aromas. For more details " Jordan River Rafting – Water Experiences for the Whole Family—Raging rafting to a calm sailing trip. For more details "

טיולי ג'יפים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןטרקטורונים / קרטינג / רייזרים / אופנועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןקיאקים / רפטינג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Aerial Tramway / Gondola Lift with Cabins at Mount Hermon🥾 Excursions₪44

Aerial Tramway / Gondola Lift with Cabins at Mount Hermon

רכבל קרוניות בחרמון

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about the aerial tramway / gondola lift with cabins at Mount Hermon. The gondola lift itself is original, with transparent windows that allow panoramic views and 360-degree observation. In each cabin there are up to 8 people per cabin. The gondola lift starts at an elevation of 1,600 meters and ends at the summit of Mount Hermon at an elevation of 2,040 meters! Note that according to the Ministry of Health guidelines, each cabin may host a core family, up to 8 people. Group hikers – up to 4 people in each cabin. Important to know: Entrance to the site is free during the summer months. Use of the gondola lift is subject to payment. The ascent is permitted at all ages. Children up to age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The gondola lift operates during all months of the year.

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבעלילדיםמשפחות
Elynor Tours
🥾 Excursions₪30

Sky Rider (Sky Rider) at Mount Hermon

סקיי ריידר (Sky Rider) בחרמון

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about Sky Rider in the Hermon If you've always dreamed of flying between heaven and earth, you have to ride the new hover ride that has opened at the Hermon complex. Yes, yes—the same snowy mountain we know from the winter traffic jams, but this time with plenty of facilities and attractions that are perfectly suited for hot summer days. Here at the Hermon, it's much more pleasant. Important to know: Admission to the site during the summer months is free. Use of the rides requires payment. The challenging ride is suitable for children from age 6 and with a height of 1.20 meters. Children up to age 8 may ride only with an adult. The ride operates all year and is located on the lower level of the site, next to the Extreme sleds.

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע
Elynor Tours
🥾 Excursions₪150

Road stories – adventure trips and experiences with value

סיפורי דרך- טיולי אתגר וחוויות עם ערך

The Hermon and sources of the Jordan / the Golan Heights / the Etzba HaGalil – from Rosh Pina to Metula

All the information about Road Stories – adventure trips and experiences with value Story Road—special trips and content at a high level Are you looking for a trip and an activity with added value? Come with us—Road Stories for an experience that will leave you with joy in your heart and a smile on your face. A magnificent Israeli nature experience, interesting and meaningful adventure activities, and quality time and bonding for families, friends, and teams. Our company, Sipur Derech (Road Stories), specializes in adventure and bonding activities tailored personally from a variety of activities, which can also be combined. By the courtesy of Road Stories, our main activities: Mountain climbing VIAFERRATA – the nature ninja route—challenging climbing for almost every age with a breathtaking view along the Ramim Ridge; an empowering and unique experience. From age 8 and up, with parental accompaniment for the young at heart. Rappelling / Snorkeling? (SannplinG) – rock rappelling and routes in the North's streams, including canyoning routes in the Black Gorge and special climbing sites such as the Arched Cave and additional places. A winning combination of nature, challenge, and fun. From age 8 and up, with parental accompaniment for the young at heart. Kayak trip—sailing trips in a magnificent Israeli nature on the Jordan River, the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee), and special locations. From age 6 and up—for the whole family. ODTTEAM – Outdoor Training—group adventure missions that combine teamwork, thinking, and creativity. Different levels of challenge for children, teens, and those young at heart. TARGETTEAM – a group archery battle game—come be Robin Hood in an adventure experience with exactly the right precision and at a fast pace. Suitable from age 8 and up—for those young at heart. Additional activities and experiences: Queen of the Hermon—scenic tour, nature and heritage observations. From age 6 and up—for the whole family. Night trip—night lantern tour in Tel Sakki, an ancient village and magical forest, including fascinating stories. Our man in Damascus—a puzzle journey game for the spy Eli Cohen. From age 6 and up. War heritage following "Operation/Hour of Closing"—stories of heroism and war heritage of the Yom Kippur War soldiers on the Golan front. From ages 10 and up. Israeli trek—selected hiking routes through the Golan and the Israel Trail; you can plan a tailored route. Doing something for someone— a trip that combines social action encounters with the beautiful face of the country, social initiatives, and inspiring stories. From age 10 and up. By the courtesy of Road Stories Who is it suitable for? Family trip and activity; a trip for a team; groups of friends; companies and organizations—everyone is invited to plan a tailored and successful trip together. Our activity combines four things: high-quality content, magnificent nature, meaningful challenge, and lots of fun. These are the trips and activities we offer—but we also allow combinations that fit and enhance your trip and experience!

אטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסנפלינג / טיפוס קירות בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
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Museums & Culture

Museums, galleries and essential historic sites

Dès le commencement – La Route du fruit: Centre des visiteurs — L'établissement est fermé🏛️ Museums & Culture

Dès le commencement – La Route du fruit: Centre des visiteurs — L'établissement est fermé

בראשית - דרך הפרי: מרכז מבקרים - העסק סגור

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Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about בראשית (Bereshit) – The Way of the Fruit: Visitor Center – The business is closed. The Bereshit Visitor Center offers a guided tour that will take you into a colorful and fascinating world inside the large and advanced packing facility in the country. You'll get a rare glimpse of the "Way of the Fruit," that the fruits go through—from harvesting, through cooling rooms, sorting and strict quality control systems, until the stage when they are packed—on their way to the shelves of marketing retail chains and the best stores. An engaging video illustrates the way the fruits go from the stage of planting the trees until they reach the shelf in retail chains. Click here to visit the cooling rooms. You will experience the path of the apple through huge, computerized cooling rooms, which allow the fruit to stay in the best conditions up until it is released for marketing, under the constant supervision of our professionals. A computerized, automated robotic sorting system, in which apples appear in colorful and long rows on water tracks, and are sorted by an infrared camera and in a unique method according to color, quality, and size—without any human contact (only in the "Way of the Apple" tour). Separate sorting systems for the other fruits: the pear, the cherry. The professional packing system in which you can see the variety of unique packagings of Bereshit fruits.

מרכז מבקרים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןתיירות חקלאית בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןמרכז מבקרים
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Beaches & Sports

Water sports, beaches and outdoor activities

Jordan River Rafting – Water Experiences🏄 Beaches & Sports

Jordan River Rafting – Water Experiences

רפטינג נהר הירדן - חוויות במים

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Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

Setting Off for an Unforgettable Adventure with Jordan River Rafting Join a wet and fun adventure in the refreshing waters of the Jordan. The family sailing trip is suitable from age 5 (or above a height of 105), and will provide you with a fun, splashy hour that passes through a variety of magical points along the Jordan River. On the route: set out on a kayaking and riverboat sailing route along the Jordan River, 4.5 km. The sailing route is surrounded by eucalyptus, fig, and date palm trees, and rich stream vegetation. It passes under the Bnot Yaakov Bridge, at the point where the river enters the natural channel route, and ends after a real, surprising and exciting river bend at Ataret Castle—a mysterious Crusader fortress with an intriguing story. Route duration: about one hour and a quarter, nonstop. More on the site: Iskandar Restaurant—strictly kosher, a Mediterranean grill with Turkish aromas. For more details " Experiential off-road trips for families and groups: For more details " The Sultan's Palace—private compound for groups and events. Outdoor lodging and camping. Pampering breakfast. Group spreads/outdoor layouts. Attractions for children. On-site staff: bar room. First-aid medic. Performances and shows. Fascinating workshops for groups. Tours. Wineries. Guided tours in the Land of the Galilee

קיאקים / רפטינג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןפארק משחקים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןפיינטבול / לייזר טאג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Rafting the Jordan River — Extreme in nature🏄 Beaches & Sports

Rafting the Jordan River — Extreme in nature

רפטינג נהר הירדן - אקסטרים בטבע

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

Paintball: If action movies are what you want—then it's time to show what you're worth. The Jordan River rafting website offers you "terrain warfare" in a green environment that provides natural camouflage, hiding spots, concealment, challenge, and strategy. 150 paintballs and live targets. A variety of preset games are at your disposal: "The Flag," "Account Settling," paintball shooting at inflatable targets—a blow-up device in which floating balls are inside. The goal is to hit as many balls as possible. From age 4. Must bring closed shoes | Duration of activity: about an hour (including briefing). More on the site: A water experience for families and groups, from wild rafting to a calm sail >> experiential off-road tours with new off-road vehicles, for details >> Iskander restaurant >>

קיאקים / רפטינג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסנפלינג / טיפוס קירות בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןפארק משחקים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןפיינטבול / לייזר טאג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Elynor Tours
🏄 Beaches & Sports₪550

Whitewater – Packraft rafting in the mountainous Jordan

מים לבנים - שייט פאקראפט (Packraft) בירדן ההררי

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Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about Whitewater – Packraft rafting in the mountainous Jordan In the "Whitewater" rafting club, they believe that you need to learn and know the water well. Every challenging rafting trip starts here with thorough instruction (about one and a half hours), after which you'll get into the boat and head out for rafting on the first canyon of the mountainous Jordan River, also called "the Turbine." We're only warning you in advance—it's addictive! Packraft, for those who don't know, is a professional-grade rafting tool, and yet it's also easy and convenient to operate. The original design of the yellow boat allows maximum navigation even in rough terrain conditions. The inflatable floor of the boat knows how to drain the water that gets inside during the ride, thereby maintaining the stability of the rafting vessel along the challenging route. Important to know: The duration of the activity is about 3–4 hours, of which 2–3 hours are of rafting. The activity is suitable for everyone over age 15, subject to a minimum health declaration for at least 2 people. Maximum 9 people. You must bring a swimsuit and sandals or closed shoes because the rafting includes prolonged time in the sun—don't forget a hat.

קיאקים / רפטינג בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןקיאקים / רפטינגאטרקציות בטבע
Elynor Tours
🏄 Beaches & Sportsהכניסה לאתר בחודשי הקיץ חופשית, השימוש במתקנים כרוך בתשלום

Go-karting at Mount Hermon

קרטינג באתר החרמון

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Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about go-karting at Mount Hermon Update 2.8.2020: According to the directives of the Corona Committee, the go-karting is not operating until further notice. In the summer months, Mount Hermon becomes a complex of exciting attractions intended for the whole family. One of the great attractions that opens is go-karting—driving a unique non-motorized three-wheeled vehicle in Israel. The unique vehicle has high off-road capability, and the ride takes place along a beautiful route of about 850 meters. Important to know: During the summer months, entry to the site is free. Use of the facilities requires payment. Go-karting is suitable for ages 15 and up. The facility is located on the lower level of the site, but access to it is via the mid-ski cable car (Cable Car 2). Go-karting is operating starting from 2/8/2020.

טרקטורונים / קרטינג / רייזרים / אופנועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןטרקטורונים / קרטינג / רייזרים / אופנועיםאטרקציות בטבע
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Family

Activities suitable for children and family outings

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Extreme sleds at the Hermon

מזחלות אקסטרים בחרמון

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All the information about Extreme sleds at the Hermon The Extreme sleds of the Hermon are one of the site's fun attractions. You get onto a small sled, take a deep breath, and zoom down a winding track at dizzying speed—or in one word: fun! In the summer months, the Hermon site awaits you with… but this time with plenty of facilities and attractions that are perfectly suited for hot summer days. Here in the north, they're also much more pleasant… Important to know: Admission to the site during the summer months is free. Use of the rides requires payment. Access is permitted starting from age 3, and only in pairs. Children under a height of 1.45 meters must be accompanied by an adult. Riding is not permitted for pregnant women. The ride operates all year and is located on the lower level of the site.

פארק משחקים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןסיורים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדן
Elynor Tours
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Familyהכניסה לאתר בחודשי הקיץ חופשית, השימוש במתקנים כרוך בתשלום

Summer Inflatable Tubing in Hermon

אבובי קיץ בחרמון

Upper Galilee, the Finger of the Galilee, and the Golan

All Information About Summer Inflatable Tubing in Hermon The Hermon site has been refreshed this summer with the coolest route for sliding on inflatable tubes. Go up, sit on a large rubber tube, take a deep breath, and slide down with pleasure along a route about 20 meters long, down the highest mountain in Israel. Important to know: Entrance to the site during the summer months is free. Use of the facilities requires payment. The facility operates in September on Fridays and Saturdays only. Sliding is permitted for individuals ages 5 and up. There are two parallel routes of the same length. The facility is located on the site's lower level and will begin operating on 1/8/2020.

פארק משחקים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות בטבע בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןאטרקציות לקבוצות ואירועים בהחרמון ומקורות הירדןפארק משחקים

Local guide to Mount Hermon activities

Skiing in winter, mountain in summer

In winter the Hermon site opens its slopes and lifts when snow is sufficient: it is Israel’s only ski area. Conditions vary with snowfall, so it is essential to check that it is open before going up.

Outside ski season the chairlift climbs for wide views over the Golan and the valley beyond. Mountain trails offer cool walks in summer, welcome when the rest of the country is hot.

Nearby: Banias, Nimrod and the Golan

At the foot of Hermon, the Banias (Nahal Hermon) nature reserve and its waterfall are among the north’s finest. The hilltop Nimrod Fortress dominates the region and is easy to visit.

The Golan Heights round out a stay with Druze villages such as Majdal Shams, wineries and the Birkat Ram crater lake. A rental car is essential to explore the area.

Frequently asked questions - Mount Hermon activities

Can you ski at Mount Hermon?

Yes, in winter when there is enough snow. It is Israel’s only ski resort, but opening depends on the weather: always check conditions before going up.

What is there to do at Hermon in summer?

Outside ski season the chairlift, mountain trails and Golan panoramas are open. The Banias reserve and Nimrod Fortress can be visited year-round.

How do I get to Mount Hermon?

A rental car is needed: Hermon and the Golan sites have little public transport. Expect a mountain drive from the north of the country.

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