Eilat Adventure Travel Itinerary

  • Day 1: Coral Beach Nature Reserve
    15 minutes (6.5 miles) from Eilat City Center

    Coral Beach Nature Reserve is a must-see place for nature lovers. The reserve is well known for its pristine waters, vibrant coral reefs, and diverse marine life. Visitors can choose between snorkeling or diving guided tours, making it an unforgettable experience.

  • Day 2: Timna Park
    25 minutes (17.5 miles) from Coral Beach Nature Reserve

    This national park is a hidden gem in the Negev Desert. Visitors can explore a variety of geological formations, such as a natural arch, mushroom-shaped pillars, and sandstones in vibrant colors. There are also hiking trails, a lake for swimming or boating, and even a replica of King Solomon's Mines.

  • Day 3: Dolphin Reef
    12 minutes (3 miles) from Timna Park

    Dolphin Reef is a unique and fascinating attraction where you can observe and swim with dolphins in their natural habitat. Dolphin encounters are guided by marine mammal specialists to ensure the dolphins' well-being. Besides the dolphin interactions, there are also a beach bar, a restaurant serving fresh seafood, and a spa offering a variety of treatments.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Coral Beach Nature Reserve (3 hours, 40 ILS)
  • Timna Park (4-6 hours, 49 ILS for the park entrance plus optional activities)
  • Dolphin Reef (2-3 hours, 166-546 ILS depending on the dolphin encounter package)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 255-635 ILS

Transportation

Travelers can reach Eilat by plane to Eilat Ramon Airport (ETH) or by car/bus from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem (around 4-5 hours). It's recommended to rent a car or rely on taxis to move around Eilat, as the public transportation is not frequent and convenient. A car rental costs around 150-200 ILS per day, or a taxi ride from the airport to the city center is around 95-130 ILS for a 20-minute ride.

Useful Tips

If visitors have more time, other recommended attractions in Eilat are:

  • Underwater Observatory Marine Park
  • Kings City Theme Park
  • Tisch Family Zoological Gardens (Biblical Zoo)
On the other hand, if visitors have less time, they can choose between two-day or one-day itineraries, skipping one or two attractions, respectively. Also, travelers should check the weather forecast, as Eilat experiences hot summers and mild winters.

Airports

Eilat Ramon Airport (ETH) is the second airport serving the city, located 18 miles north of the city center. It offers domestic and international flights to destinations such as Tel Aviv, Moscow, and Zurich. Travelers can reach the city center by bus or taxi, with fares ranging from 17-37 ILS for buses and around 140-180 ILS for taxis.

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