Desert in israel

Vast desert place to see when visiting Israel:

Negev is a vast desert in Israel covering almost half of the country's southern portion, and it attracts tourists from all across the globe.

Visit the Dead Sea:

Don't leave Israel without first seeing the Dead Sea. The Dead Sea has mineral rich mud believed to have medicinal qualities, and people come from around the globe for therapeutic mud baths. The water in the Dead Sea is some of the saltiest on Earth, and the extra salt makes it easy to float. It is the deepest salt lake in the world.

Go to Masada

Overlooking the Dead Sea is a giant plateau that houses an ancient fortress called Masada. Masada contains the ruins of King Herod's palace, and was built around 30 B.C. A cable car will transport you up the long path to the fortress. A Bar Mitzvah at Mt. Masada is a special experience Families seeking a memorable celebration.

Learn to ride camels:

Riding in a car is convenient, but when in the heart of a desert in Israel one should experience riding a camel. Try it out at one of the country's local camel ranches where trained personnel will teach you how to properly mount, ride and dismount a camel. The camel ranches are safe and fun for families.

Spend the night with the Bedouin:

The Bedouin are a nomadic people native to the Negev Desert. In modern times, members of the Bedouin have enrolled in hospitality courses, and they've successfully created the most educational, fun and exciting tours and accommodations in Israel. The Bedouin sleep in distinctive tents, and that's where you will stay when spending a night experiencing the Bedouin way of life. Missed the camel ranches? The Bedouin are good at riding camels and also offer camel riding as a part of their experience.