Top Eilat Half-day Tours

Visit iconic and historic Petra from Eilat on this full-day, guided tour with lunch included. Head through the sandstone Siq on route one of the world’s seven wonders built by the Nadateans of Jordan some 2000 years ago. Behold the Treasury monument as well as ancient crypts, mourning halls, baths, and temples. Stand in a 3000-seat Roman theatre built in 1st-century BC and watch the nearby mountains change colours throughout the day.  

The eons-old rock formations of the UNESCO-protected Timna Park north of Eilat make a spectacular sight. Experience the park's highlights, including ancient King Solomon's Mine, without any planning or driving stresses on this adventure tour from Eilat. Traveling by Jeep with a driver-guide, see the park's Solomon Pillars and mushroom-shaped rocks; inspect ancient inscriptions and copper mines, and hear all about their history and geology on route. A stop for Bedouin tea and hotel pickup and drop-off complete your trip.

Carving its way through desert half an hour from Eilat, the Red Canyon is an adventurous trek, with ladders to climb and cliffs to edge. Experience it on this half-day tour, with 2-way hotel transfers and a Jeep safari too. Your guide will help navigate the Red Canyon, then drive you through mountains to springs and the Mt. Yoash Observation Point: entrance fees are included, but bring your water bottle.

Explore the red canyons of the Negev Desert during this half-day excursion to Timna Park. Take a short hike through the valley toward Mount Timna. Spot desert flora and wildlife along the way. Guided tours into a video presentation, round-trip transportation from Eilat, and a colored sand activity with a take-home souvenir.

An exciting 4x4 offroad adventure takes us into the Eilat Mountains where we drive along the unique desert landscapes. At Solomon’s Valley, we will follow the ancient Mecca pilgrim trail as it winds up the heights of the Eilat Mountains. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery from the highest summits that span across the Red Sea and four countries – Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. At Netafim Spring, the only spring in the Eilat Mountains, we will explore the local flora and fauna, such as ibex and hyrax who call this region home. Our Jeeps will take us back to Eilat by the early afternoon, just in time for lunch.

Get a taste of scuba diving on this 1-hour open-water dive experience in Eilat. After an introductory lesson from a PADI instructor, head to one of Eilat’s most beautiful coral-filled dive sites. Then, take the plunge accompanied by your instructor to experience the undersea world of the Red Sea. Dive to up to six meters and admire luminous corals and exotic fish as you savor the thrill of breathing freely underwater. Perfect for adults and children aged over eight who fancy trying scuba diving without taking a multi-day course.

Witness the hidden world of the Red Sea without the need to swim, snorkel or dive on a 2-hour glass-bottom boat trip from Eilat. Settle in the boat's open or shaded areas, and gaze through the glass panels as you cruise to Taba and back. Admire shoals of exotic fish, float over technicolor corals, and watch for rays and turtles, all in their natural environment. Along the way, learn about the marine life and landscapes from the live guided commentary, and enjoy refreshments (own expense) from the onboard snack bar.

Riding a camel in Eilat is a fun, traditional way to explore the landscape, but daytime trips into the desert can mean intense sun and heat. Enjoy milder temperatures and gorgeous light for photography on a sunset camel ride through Wadi Shlomo and Tzfachot, then relax in a Bedouin tent as you sip a cup of tea and eat a light dinner.

Sail with us across the remarkable waters of the Red Sea, go snorkeling in the coral reef, and enjoy the company of Eilat’s finest sailors on our Sails and Snorkels Tour! Guided by experienced sailing staff, you will learn the geography and nature of the gulf and expert boating techniques. Anchoring in proximity to the coral reef, you can easily jump ship to snorkel and observe the Red Sea’s colorful sea life, cool down in the deep blue water, or chill with refreshments on board. On our way back to the northern marina, we’ll enjoy beverages and music as we soak in the stunning landscape. Our must-see sailing tour takes you into the Red Sea, where you can enjoy the unique contrast between the deep blue sea and the towering desert mountains. Enjoy the rich kaleidoscope of underwater life and sail on an actual sailboat. It will surely be one of the highlights of your vacation to Israel!