Eilat is a city in the driest region of Israel, where rain is truly a miracle. And therefore, the main pride of the local residents is the presence of the sea, sun and mountains. On the coast of the Red Sea and the territory of the nature reserve near the Eilat mountains, there are all conditions for diving and hiking, including the magnificent Red Canyon. Walking around Eilat will give you the opportunity to climb the mountains and descend to the underwater observatory to observe the inhabitants of the sea in the immediate vicinity. And this is not all that ancient Eilat offers its guests.
How to get there and where to stay
You can fly to Eilat by direct flight from the capital of Russia, St. Petersburg, CIS countries, or with a transfer in Tel Aviv (via Ben Gurion Airport).
Eilat is a prestigious resort, it has a well-developed infrastructure, many hotels of different levels.
Eilat walks with attractions
Numerous tourists from all over the world are attracted by the coral reefs of the local marine reserve, which is distinguished by the diversity of the flora and fauna of these places. And this, of course, is not all that is worth visiting. The routes of the tourist maps are varied. For example, near Eilat there is a popular tourist attraction - camel ranch. It receives visitors all year round, and here you can take camel rides in the desert, moreover, walk both close and far enough - to the canyons, to the channel of local rivers, examine the majestic Eilat Mountains on the observation deck and admire the wonderful sunset in the desert.
During your travels, you will have a rest at the Bedouin's, who offer to taste soft cheese with olive oil, the freshest vegetables and aromatic tea made from desert herbs. And at night there will be torchlight hikes, camel races and dances of oriental beauties.
Relax actively
Active recreation here includes unsurpassed sea diving with scuba diving. This is one of the best diving spots. Desert tours are also a feature of the local holiday.
Among the most popular routes and places that tourists who have visited these places note in their reviews are:
- a walk to the Botanical Garden with the fabulous gardens of Eilat;
- safari in Eilat;
- a trip to the Red Canyon;
- visiting the museum of modern erotic art;
- trip to the Jordanian city of Petra.
Discover the wonderful Eilat!
