Gvulot Lookout
This is the first lookout established in the Negev, in 1943. The site offers visitors a wide range of activities. The site has a unique restoration of systems for collecting rainwater which served the town until the arrival of a water pipeline in 1947. Gvulot lookout shows the original water pipe, which has lain in the sandy ground for 60 years. The water pipe, along with the water collection plant, has been signposted and prepared to receive visitors. Our story begins in May 1943 and continues today in visits, fun activities, day and night, summer and winter....
Agur – Navigation Activities for Families and Organizations
Our events are held outside - in the great outdoors Want to spend a special day in nature? Looking for an enriching activity and an experience for the whole family? Long to escape the daily grind and spend some quality time with the kids or the folks from work? Agur specializes in team-building games, managers' workshops and family activities, both outdoors and in various attractions across Israel. Our "playground" is the great outdoors, in the most beautiful natural spots or urban hidden gems. We navigate the Dvira Forest, Lahav Forest, Be'eri Forest, HaKomemiyut Forest (near Metzudat Yoav, also called Yoav Fortress), Ashkelon National Park, HaBsor National Park (Eshkol Park) and many other locations nationwide. We shall meet you in a parking lot somewhere in the forest; You will receive a map and a quiz, and then be sent on your merry way. You will set up the pace and the route, decide when to...
Hadkalim Farm
A wide array of options for entertainment, accommodation, cultural enrichment, culinary experiences, and many more await you. Suitable for families, groups, organizations and companies and, of course, you can always come solo. Hadkalim Farm offers visitors of all ages the best-suited activities from this list of possibilities: Activities for families and children: A guided tour of the petting zoo, amongst the sheep, goats, roosters and chickens, geese and ducks - enrichment tours are offered for children of different ages. Goat milking and bottle feeding the lambs - the farm offers enrichment activities teaching about the entire goat milking process and methods of goat cheese preparation. Also, bottle feeding the lambs is the highlight of farm activities. Activities at the tent encampment - various enriching activities are available at the Bedouin tent, based on the different attractions of Hadkalim Farm. Suitable for kindergartens and elementary school children. Various arts & crafts activities -...
HaBsor National Park (Eshkol Park)
To schedule your visit, please login to the Natural Parks and Nature Reserves Website and use their online booking system. HaBsor Stream: On the banks of HaBsor Stream stretches one of Israel's largest streams, exiting Eshkol Park, which is mostly man-made (KKL -JNF, the Natural Parks and Nature Reserves Authority and Merchavim Regional Council all partner in the development and operation of the park). The Park - A lush, green focal point for those touring the Northern Negev region. Each season "paints" the park and its surroundings in different hues and shades, and from February-March the entire area is dyed in "anemone ruby" - a breathtaking sight that beckons us to leave our homes, go out to nature and rejoice in these 'blossoms'. The park entrance - West of Ofakim. You can reach the park from Yad Mordechai Junction, Magen Junction, and Gilat Junction. The springs burst out of the ground in several locations, and...
Shahaf Farm – Ruth Farm
Horseback riding trips in the great outdoors for families/couples/groups among green and red carpets, a flowing stream and more. Children's activity in the farm's riding arena. Experience classes for children on the farm. On some days, there will be food and drink stalls at the farm. - There are age and weight limits for all activities involving horses. - Activities on the farm from the age of 5 and up. Horseback riding trips from age 8 and up (provided they can ride). - We will be happy to help you plan marriage proposals, birthdays, outdoor picnics and more. - Activities are subject to wearing long pants and closed shoes....
Alumim – Be’erot in the Negev
The Be’erot Yitzhak water tower – the first religious settlement in the Negev. The site’s uniqueness and the story of settlement and heroism surrounding it have always attracted audiences from Israel and abroad, those who wished to “touch” the daily reality of the settlement and the defense against Gaza throughout our independent years as a people in Israel. The water tower is at the center of a proud and blossoming agricultural and settled area, and today attracts many people wishing to feel our strength as a people and to identify with the pioneers and people who continued their tradition– it is one of the most significant symbols and the center of the story of pioneer Zionist settlement, and a focal point for identity and identification. The bullet-ridden water tower is at the center of the site, and has undergone restoration and renovation in the past two years and is not adapted to...
Siach Hasade – Arugot’s Medicinal Plant Farm
Siach Hasade Farm is the visitor center of "Arugot," an organic cosmetics company owned by Esther and Itai Lachman. The farm grows diverse medicinal plants and olives, raises chickens and sheep and operates a shop selling "Arugot"s cosmetic products. The farm offers tours of the medicinal plant beds, explanations about the healing powers of plants, natural health and the differences between regular and organic cosmetics, as well as a visit to the "Arugot" store and a small chicken and sheep petting zoo for children. We also hold crafts workshops about medicinal plants, natural pharmacy and how it is all connected to nature. The farm is open regularly for groups by reservation. We can also close the farm for private boutique events and workshops....
Baofan
When traveling in France, won't you try the wines and cheeses? And when you are in the Western Negev? Welcome to the off-road cycling capital of Israel. Only you and the Negev desert. A stunning area with plenty of riding options for the whole family. Open all weekdays between 7:30 and 20:00 - by appointment. Optional regular bike rental. An option for groups: moving the bikes from Yakhini to a desired location. An option for a guided bicycle tour: suitable for couples, families, and groups. Highly recommended on weekends, holidays, and the anemone bloom period. Each traveler who comes and rides independently gets a map and recommendations on where to ride. We are mobile and offer assistance in case of a breakdown. The center is located near a convenient exit from the main road and adjacent to a fabulous area with various riding options: Easy ride suits all Medium level; High level for thrill seekers - The Nir...
The Har Shemesh Family Farm
Har Shemesh Farm is a family animal farm located on the outskirts of Lahav forest, near Kibbutz Dvir. The farm was established in 1992 by Moshe and Shulamit Har Shemesh, parents to nine children, immigrants from the United States, and avid Zionists with passion and love for the land of Israel. On the farm, located in an impressive scenic spot, the Har Shemesh family lives in interesting trailers that seem as if they were taken from the production of a Hollywood movie. Visitors will learn about the farm's activities, raising sheep and cattle for meat alongside various agricultural crops. We will discuss the need to establish individual farms and settlement points in the Negev and learn about the challenges and complexities over the years concerning agricultural terrorism and the need to regulate settlements. We will also talk about the sheep and beef breeding industry, the need for extensive pastures and the moral issues arising...
ESCAPE ROOM – G-room
An escape room is a quest (adventure game) occurring in reality. During the game, you will need to solve puzzles, find clues, use all available items in the room, and collect all the keys and codes to will help you get out the door to victory! Everything will remind you of a computer game, but in reality, in an authentic setting, with real-life objects. Your task is to get out of the locked room. How do you do it? It depends only on you! In this game, you cannot succeed by yourself, only as a group, and you must be a cohesive team to win. You can only reach a quick solution by cooperating and cracking the riddles through creative and innovative thinking. Our escape rooms offer an unforgettable and challenging experience - guaranteed! The G-Room escape room complex is new to the South! It is located at Gilat Junction (Road 25) and was established by 3 local...
Sade Music
Two musicians, residents of Moshav Yated in the Shalom Region, with exciting personal stories, deliver a virtuoso performance, presenting 8 musical instruments from around the world. The duo acquired extensive stage experience with dizzying success in Israel and abroad. They perform well-known songs in unique voice combinations! The show can be held anywhere you choose, or you can come to Moshav Yated - by reservation. The show for groups must be pre-ordered....
Katifli
An agricultural attraction for the whole family "Katifli" is a particularly friendly experience for families with children, where you can enjoy foraging and gathering various unique vegetables - colorful carrots, potatoes, cherry tomatoes to eat on-site, spinach, Swiss chard, 4 types of mint, extremely hot peppers, lettuce, baby leaves and herbs! You are welcome to visit, smell, taste, pick and go home smiling, with full bellies, baskets and hearts! For this entrance fee each family receives a basket they can fill with root vegetables. Additional baskets can be purchased on-site and taken home. ...
FLY AWAY – Hot Air Balloon Ride
Come for an unforgettable balloon ride over the fields of the Northern Negev region. Hot air balloon rides are particularly suitable for birthdays, wedding anniversaries, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and as a great family adventure. The activity includes: Hot drinks and refreshments upon arrival at the departure field Watching the balloon inflation process An hour's flight at varying heights of up to 5000 feet And more surprises! Notes: * The activity takes place in the open air. * Clear partitions in the basket create capsules between different passenger groups. * The flight takes place at sunrise. * The flight lasts about an hour in the air (between 40 minutes and 1.5 hours); the entire activity lasts about 3.5 hours. * The flight is for groups of up to 20 passengers and is subject to a minimum number. * The activity, in part or all, is subject to good weather and good terrain conditions. * Takeoff is from the area of Moshav Klahim or Kibbutz Ruhama. * The...
Fruit Picking at Farm #77
Quality Time for the Whole Family We invite you to an exceptionally fun tour that includes a study session at the greenhouses - pineapple / banana / strawberry picking (in season), a tractor ride, and other fun-filled attractions and activities for the entire family. Strawberry picking, take a basket home and enjoy free entry to the giant Ninja Israel inflatable. Guided tractor tour of the farm's greenhouses. Duration of the tour: about half an hour Fruit picking time: about half an hour You're all welcome! ...
Shvil HaSalat (the Salad Trail)
One of the area's leading attractions. Here you can enjoy picking cherry tomatoes, tour the hothouses and see the homing pigeons race. "The Salad Trail" - A unique agricultural experience incorporating tastes, smells and the great outdoors "The Salad Trail" welcomes you to an unforgettable agricultural experience among HaBsor's regional crops. Directed by our guides, the tour is led by Agronomist Uri Alon, who will lead us through diverse fields and hothouses: Colorful cherry tomato hothouse - How does a tomato climb up like a vine? What purpose do giant bees serve? We will visit an ecological greenhouse that utilizes biological pest control and will taste the fruits. The homing pigeon race - Following Meir Shalev's book "A Pigeon and A Boy," we will hear about the family history described in the book and release homing pigeons. The herb farm - We will visit a hothouse where we grow various herbs. Greens are great for spicing up our...
Barak Visitors’ Center and Nursery
Visitors center and training sessions An experience of endless colors at the Barak nursery For 40 years, we have been producing and supplying geraniums and a selection of balcony plants in Israel and worldwide! What can you find here? - A tour of the vast space of colorful flower pots in full bloom and a massive area of mother plants ready for picking. - Advice and detailed information on how to bring your home garden to spectacular results. - Option to purchase plants from our large selection in all varieties and colors. - A fascinating lecture about Moshav Ein HaBsor, established in the Gaza Strip by evacuees from Yamit. - The fantastic personal story of our marketing manager, Jan Berman, with the backdrop of the Tzuk Eitan events. - A reception area that includes coffee and light refreshments. The nursery is open Sunday to Friday, from 09:00 to 15:00. You can call to coordinate your arrival outside operating hours and on...
Mavoch Miriam (Miriam’s Maze)
Come, find yourselves in a maze of herbs and fragrant plants. We offer guided tours (by appointment) of about 1.5 hours, during which you will learn to identify various herbs through our sense of smell and taste, prepare potpourri sachets from the flowers and leaves of fragrant plants, and understand how to use beneficial herbs, spices and fragrant plants. What awaits you in the complex? A labyrinth of herbs and fragrant plants (all organic), covering a 4,000 sqm area, picnic areas for visitors' enjoyment, an herb-drying center, greenhouses where plants are cultivated and sold, an orchard of fruit trees, a store selling our local produce, and a glass of homemade lemonade. Suitable for individuals, families, groups and senior citizens Accessible for people with disabilities A fascinating flashlight night tour can also be pre-booked ...
Groovtech
Visiting and experiencing Groovtech The Groovtech building in Eshkol Regional Council is a technology, science and space center unique in Israel. The building contains various arenas representing different worlds of knowledge and experience. The Groovtech is a favorite destination for groups, schools and institutions each month. We also invite you to come and experience innovation and science for an unforgettable visit! The multiple arenas and experiences enable assembling an amazing tour: Gaming Arena, Makers Arena, Photography and Cinema Arena, Robotics Arena, Culinary Arena, Space Arena, Agrolab Arena, Cyber Arena, and Virtual Reality Arena. Here's a list of some optional activities: Starry Night - 3-dimensional stargazing Guided stargazing - looking up at the night sky and using star maps, combined with fascinating stories. A fascinating tour of the technology center, one of the largest in Israel - with particular emphasis on the story of innovation and agriculture in the Gaza Belt Communities. A fascinating culinary experience - a journey to...
The Joe Alon Center
The Joe Alon Center is an educational tourist center teaching about the Negev settlement and culture and which includes the only museum of its kind in the world for Bedouin culture, offering a fascinating presentation on the which Bedouin life-style through the years under the extreme conditions of the area. The Joe Alon Center includes an extensive presentation on the period of the Bar Kokhba revolt with options for a range of activities in the forest. The museum is located at the heart of Lahav Forest, and is an excellent spot for bicycle rides, hikes and trips by car....
La Medavesh
La Medavesh - the center for off-road bike enthusiasts in Israel, in the heart of the area, includes multiple bike routes suitable for families, singles, as well as various points of interest. Bike tours departure point, snack bar, bike shop, repair shop, equipment and clothing. In addition, the complex includes a pedal-karting track for children. In addition, bicycle rental are available for individuals, children, families and groups, and consultation is available on a number of tracks at varying difficulties for individual cycling. For organized groups: There's an option of a guided bike tour with explanations of the area. To coordinate guided tours for groups, please contact us. There is the option of guided tours on foot/with vehicles. It is possible to combine additional activities. It is possible to coordinate a guided tour at the Kibbutz. This is one of the largest bicycle shops in the Negev, offering services for all cyclists: bike...
Kerem Hamitzvot – The Vineyard of Good Deeds
The Vineyard of Good Deeds - an experiential and unique navigation game Join us for a navigation experience with the help of a map and digital means, combined with entertaining and challenging tasks, through which you will get to know Moshav Tkuma, which was established as part of the 11-point operation in the Negev in 1946. The game combines teamwork, cooperation and creativity, and includes a visit to a lemon grove and picking. The "Vineyard of Good Deeds" was established with the aim of employing teenagers in risk situations and helping them develop a sense of their own abilities. The duration of the activity is about two hours. Opening days and hours - Sunday to Friday Advance registration is required. You can contact us via phone: +972-77-7295880...