About Eilat

Eilat was a shanty-style frontier town but is now a lively resort city offering the best combination of beaches, cuisine, shopping, nightlife, desert adventures and a variety of attractions for visitors young and old. Its year-round sunshine makes Eilat ideal for a relaxing winter vacation and ideal for a fun-filled summer.

The Red Sea and its Shoreline

The sea is filled with some of the world’s best aquatic life. The Underwater Observatory provides a window into the fascinating fish and corals of the sea. The Dolphin Reef Eilat offers a unique experience to touch, swim and dive with bottlenose dolphins. The Coral Beach Nature Reserve is a great place for snorkeling and diving. Eilat’s beaches are perfect for sunbathing, water sports, rest and relaxation.

Desert and Eco Adventures

The stunning Eilat Mountains surrounding Eilat offers hiking trails, jeep rides, rappelling, trekking and biking routes. The Red Canyon is known for its red Nubian sandstone walls and unique desert vegetation. Timna Park features archaeological artifacts and unique natural rock formations. Making a trip to eco-minded kibbutzim that build greenhouses and harness solar energy is a worthy diversion from the beaches.

Tours to Neighbouring Countries

Many visitors embark on day trips to the desert and tourist attractions in neighbouring destinations such as Petra and Aqaba in Jordan, and the Blue Lagoon and the Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Egypt.