Nature & hiking
Located in several climate zones, and essentially being a geographical bridge between Asia and Africa, Israel features an incredibly diverse and unique natural landscape. Thus, in one of the smallest countries in the world, you can find a tremendously varied nature and natural phenomena. In a short drive, you can pass by snowy mountains, dramatic cliffs, deserts, and the famous 4 seas. You can also run into very diverse wildlife, like camels, mountain goats, colorful fish, and kingfishers.
All of those, and much more, combine to make Israel a great destination for nature and hiking enthusiasts. Through the country’s numerous great hiking trails and national parks, you can have amazing and memorable experiences, with suitable options for all levels and ages, from short hikes and easily accessible viewpoints to demanding multi-day treks. It’s an amazing destination for water lovers as well, with a multitude of great spots for swimming and other water-related activities, perfect for the hot summer days, like natural cold and hot springs, sinkholes, and so many amazing beaches.
On this page, you can find everything you need to know about hiking in Israel, including the best hikes and treks, the must-visit viewpoints and springs, the most important things to know about Israel’s wildlife, and much more.
