Shahaf Farm – Ruth Farm

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

Designs from the Heart Studio My name is Einat Levi. I am the owner of the design and ambiance studio. I invite you to a unique, enriching creative experience. The studio holds various arts and crafts workshops that introduce and allow experimentation with diverse materials: Macrame, mosaic, embroidery, mandala painting, wood print, paper design I believe that the power of artistic creation allows everyone to have an authentic encounter with their own selves. After a conversation and pre-arrangement, the workshops are tailored to the customers, be it couples, groups, inside or outside the studio - *Couples workshops - bonding and bringing people closer. The couple meets a world different from anything it has known. Suitable as a gift. *Family/group workshops - team-building and an experience you'd cherish for years. *Group empowerment workshops - incorporating group dynamics (up to 10 people in the studio/ 20 people outside)

Bar BaMidbar - Horseback Riding School The most professional riding school in the South invites you to an unforgettable riding experience in the Western Negev. We are located in Moshav Zru'a, about 10 minutes from Bet Kama Interchange (Road 6), in the heart of green fields. You can book various riding activities like riding trips in the fields, riding lessons for all levels, a unique riding experience, group training activities, birthday parties, and more, and enjoy the most beautiful, well-trained horses in the South, escorted by our professionals, in a rural, pastoral atmosphere. Riding activities - for all age-groups Horseback riding trips from age 8 , including helmets, for riders up to 100 kg. Participants must sign a health declaration. The school is active all year round and in all seasons. We specialize in diverse activities and keep well-trained and experienced horses and professional staff members

Studio for traditional jewelry design in gold, silver, gems and diamonds.   I have been engaged in goldsmithing for three decades. I display handmade pieces in gold, silver, gems and diamonds. We offer goldsmithing fundamental studies, advanced courses and one-off workshops suitable for novices, where one can experience goldsmithing and leave with your own handmade jewelry. You may also coordinate couples workshops to design your own wedding rings and similar items. One-time workshops cost NIS 300 per person plus the price of materials (gold, silver, gems). Workshop duration: 3 hours. Number of participants: 2-4 per workshop. The workshops and courses must be coordinated and booked in advance by phone.

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 - experiential learning about preparing olive oil, packing olives into jars, and more. Requires pre-scheduling. Hadkalim Farm is among the richest, most spacious events venues offering that unique natural desert vibe.

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 flight is unsuitable for pregnant women. * The flight is allowed for children aged 5 and up. Sunday-Thursday - NIS 620 per passenger. Fridays, Saturdays, and Holidays - NIS 770 per passenger. Discounts are offered for groups of 4 passengers or more. To book your activity and register, please contact us by phone.

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.

My name is Yael Nava, and I create handcrafted natural boutique soaps. Through the soaps I make, I celebrate my love for nature, health, and creativity. My garden serves as my source of inspiration and provides some of the materials I incorporate into my products. Join me for workshops where you can learn to make natural soaps, explore my garden, and discover various ways to incorporate flowers, herbs, and medicinal plants into your handmade soaps. In the workshop, you will create soaps that you can take home with you. It is possible to arrange a workshop for beginners (no prior knowledge required) or an advanced workshop that delves deeper into soap design techniques. The workshops are conducted in small groups and include light refreshments. This activity is suitable for those who want to learn soap-making as well as for an enjoyable activity with friends. The workshop duration is approximately two and a half to three hours. The workshop is suitable for ages 20 and above. Workshop participants are invited to take an educational tour of the garden. [gallery columns="4" ids="31030,31028,31026,31024,31022,31020,31016,31014,31012,31010,31008,31006,31004,31002,31000,30998" orderby="rand"]

Galai Winery - the Boutique Winery of the Northern Negev A (paid) guided tour of a family-owned, rural boutique winery whose wines have won prestigious medals and awards both in Israel and abroad. Tasting various fine and unique wines accompanied by explanations about the careful manufacturing process of all wines exclusively produced from grapes grown in the vineyard next to the winery in Moshav Nir-Akiva, the North-Western Negev. You may sit or stay on the grounds even without the paid tour - based on availability. The cost depends on what you order from the menu. Rich, diverse picnic baskets - ready-made or customized (wines, cheeses, spreads and more) Arrival at the complex: Location: Moshav Nir-Akiva (close to the Beit-Kama interchange, Netivot and Sderot) Waze: "Galai Winery" or "Nir-Akiva." Take the first turn right at the second roundabout inside the settlement. Parking: on-site. Follow the signage or any other directions provided. Notes: * The activity in the complex is not suitable for families with children. * Entry is from age 18. (Exceptions are made by prior arrangements only, with a special permit). * The wines are not kosher. The food products are kosher, but not all have a kosher seal.

Please ride carefully and responsibly, adhere to all traffic rules and pay attention to signage. Difficulty level: medium Route length: 10 km Start and end point: Nir Mosher Forest, opposite the entrance to Moshav Nir Moshe. Summary of the area: In the Nir Moshe Forest, there is a great variety of trees, including pines, cypresses, eucalyptus, and sycamores, and within it winds the bike trail that KKL-JNF has paved. The single track is marked by wooden posts with a drawing of a bicycle inside a blue circle and a blue arrow in the direction of traffic. Summary of the route: North of the entrance to Moshav Nir Moshe, you will notice an explanatory sign on the bike trail and turn left with the signage toward the single track. The trail begins in a young grove and later reaches an open area and returns into the grove. After 6.2 km, we will reach a fork with signs for two directions - Right to the continuation of the single ; Straight to the single leading toward Kibbutz Dorot and the Ruhama and Dorot singletracks. Photography credit: Ilan Shaham Map: *The information is taken from the Lamedavesh and Mountain Bike Trails of the KKL-JNF websites

We invite you to a unique, powerful experience in nature's wild playground. Our place- NOOR- lies among the sandy ravines, the flickering stars, and the secret springs of HaBsor Stream. Come discover a new, beautiful and pristine desert in the Western Negev plains. Come and become the desert's guests. Sleeping in the Compound Our tents' design was inspired by expeditions of explorers, who went to distant places hundreds of years ago, and when they arrived, they fell in love and stayed. The compound features 10 luxurious resort tents, inspiration areas and countless trails to choose from, creating your own adventure.

This site place established by the artist Doron Efrat together with partnering artists, who have made it their goal  to create a “cultural bubble” where different laws and logic apply. Sort of an island of sanity. The 12th Point contains a blossoming garden that enables creation and creativity to wake up and be expressed outside of acceptable definitions, beyond the “taken for granted” and out of true freedom. The farm has three guest houses as well as an inn (Khan) called “the Gallery.” The inn  hosts groups and families and is suitable for workshops, family events, and intimate celebrations, as well as for exhibiting artworks. The guest houses pamper our visitors and are suitable for couples or families. Each guest house has a luxurious shower, a fully equipped kitchen, a private yard with an herb garden, a plunge pool and an outdoor hot tub.

In the heart of the Negev is one of the largest parks in Israel, crossing the entire region and including streams, wadis, desert blossoms, dramatic landscapes and plenty of space for you to be alone or go on an adventure with the family. A site for outdoor recreation that covers 3.5 million SQM. There are freshwater springs, spacious lawns, and picnic facilities. Eshkol National Park is an excellent starting point for a tour of the sites of Nahal HaBsor and its impressive scenic road. To book your visit and accommodation, login to the Nature and Parks Authority website and use their online booking system.

  Come and relax in a magical atmosphere overlooking a pastoral landscape on the edge of Nahal Gerar at Naama Farm camping site The farm raises sheep, grows grains and olives and cultivates tourism, including a lodge, motorhome park, camping site and a complex for social events. The farm's amenities include well-organized sleeping quarters, a dining room and a fully equipped kitchen, a showers/toilets complex,  campfire and barbecue areas and a petting zoo. Everything one needs for an efficient, cozy and self-indulgent camping experience that still delivers a fully immersive sensation of the great outdoors. Visitors are offered guided tours of the sheep pen, including milking withactive participation in lambs' bottle feeding. The entire site is built with visitors' maximum comfort in mind and is fully accessible to people with disabilities. Accommodation options: 6 air-conditioned accommodation units, each suited for 8 guests. 2 luxurious B&Bs. 2 large units, each suited for 24 guests. Tenting *Optional: mattress rental Motorhome park, including connection to electricity, water and use of the lodge facilities. And, of course, breathtaking views from every corner. For more information and costs, please contact us.  

Eylim accommodation complex, in Moshav Sde Zvi. Private accommodation complex with a 10x4 heated pool. The pool can be fenced as needed. In addition, the complex has a sound system, a protected area, a Bedouin tent, a heated pool, ping pong, barbecue stations, a unit for shared meals and more. There are 3 accommodation units in the complex: "Einat" unit With a bedroom and a living room, the living room has a sofa that opens into a double bed. "Dekel" unit Studio unit, bed, double, sofa that opens into a double bed and indoor jacuzzi. "Tamar" unit A studio unit that includes a double bed, 2 armchairs and an indoor jacuzzi. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchenette, air conditioner, smart TV, Wi-Fi, bathroom, shower and outdoor kitchen. The units are suitable for up to 5 people (not including small children). In addition to all this, there is a fourth unit - "Gefen", which serves as a common dining room and includes a large smart TV (75"), refrigerators, freezer, kitchen and toilets. In the hospitality complex you can hold small events, birthdays, weekends and a variety of other events. [gallery columns="4" ids="32979,32977,32975,32973,32971,32969,32957,32961,32963,32965,32967,32955,32953,32951,32949,32947"]

‘Itamari’ is a boutique suites complex located in the Negev Desert of Israel. The complex is newly built and includes 3 beautifully designed modern suites and a pool loft suite. The suites are surrounded by an amazing variety of fruit trees such as figs, pomegranates, oranges, lemons and sabra, palm trees filled with dates, and a huge olive grove only a few steps away. The location offers a pastoral vibe while having all the amenities you want. The amenities list includes a saltwater pool, chilling and seating areas for all group sizes, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, BBQ areas, a rustic bar, pool table, ping pong table and a full-size Gymboree area for the kids! The loft suite is located right on the edge of the pool, and is the largest suite out of the four. It includes a lounge area with speakers and a screening system for Karaoke and presentations, a kitchen, a dining room and a bedroom. The loft suite can host up to 20 guests. Each of the other suites includes a modern high-end furniture package with queen size bed, fold-out sofa, breakfast bar, large LED screen with premium channels package, Nespresso machine, and a fully equipped kitchen. Each suite can host up to 8 guests. Itamari is the perfect place for family vacations, Bachelorette parties, honeymoons, as well as preparation and photo shooting venue, and more. *The site also suits religious people and includes a Shabbat hot plate, separated sinks and utensils, and several synagogues within walking distance of the property.

Hadkalim Farm camping is open to visitors. There are various options for accommodations: guest rooms, a largeBedouin tent or personal tenting. The clean, fresh air of the Western Negev gives a sense of freedom with every breath, re-charging body and soul with energy. There are several tents of varying sizes (accommodating 12 / 30 / 35 persons). The Bedouin encampment can sleep families with children or groups of travelers. To provide that homey, pleasant feeling, it's always warm inside the tent. In wintertime - the tent also protects against rain and cold, wrapping campers withcozy warmth. In summer visitors can open the tent and gaze at the millions of stars twinkling in the magical desert night sky. The area offers routes along Nahal Gerer and the Western Negev. You may also enjoy many more activities, such as biking tours, a petting zoo, and an aviary. The camping site also serves as a venue for social events, outdoor productions, corporate retreats, fun days, and many diverse activities.

Three magical guestrooms and a villa for family accommodation. The guest rooms are spacious and are surrounded by an amazing complex with lawns, a shaded thicket, a huge olive grove reflected from the decks, a splendid view with clear air, a BBQ corner, a large jacuzzi, spa, a huge pool, and so much more... There is the option for catered meals (to be booked in advance) for those who want to bask in total relaxation. The guestrooms are nestled inside the olive grove.

Kfar Navon - an eco-agri-tourism center located in the Northern Negev Kfar Navon is a hospitality and recreation center offering activities for couples, families and groups. The village features several guesthouses and a khan (inn). The different areas are separated, allowing complete privacy for guests. We offer regular maintenance and maximum comfort. Here you can enjoy refreshing plunge pools, barbecue areas, an orchard and organic vegetable patches, a campfire area, a sandbox for children, a view and open spaces for hikers and cyclists, and charming "recreation and relaxation" areas for sitting and resting. * Meals can be ordered in advance. The village is entirely ecological, with recycling and composting areas, separate pools used for purifying and cleaning gray water, an anaerobic system and a green basin for purifying black water. Hydroponic nursery. Mudhouse. Spice gardens and fruit trees orchard. Moshav Nir Akiva offers soccer and basketball fields, a nice little park with swings and fitness facilities and a synagogue. The Moshav is near the Bet Kama Junction (Road 6) and the Hagadi Junction (Netivot); an hour's drive from the country's center, near Havat Shikmin and the "Bitronot Ruhama" nature reserve. The place is partially accessible for people with disabilities.

A boutique holiday complex in Moshav Sde Tzvi, connecting nature, simplicity and love. 3 different-sized suites. The guestrooms are made of clay and wood, nestling in a magical location with a sense of 'times gone by.' Each suite has private pools (heated in season). You'll find endless open spaces with cultivated fields, incredible sunsets,a sea breeze, and a 'time stands still' atmosphere. In addition, the complex offers a rural holiday home for small groups (up to 6 persons).

I've had this dream for a long time and it's finally happening. Imagine a never-ending green landscape, music, people and all this happens in an intimate meal where every dish has been carefully planned. So for those who don't know me, I'm Hagai. A cook, a man of people, likes to host and please. In recent years, I have dived deep into the culinary world when I managed the kitchens of several restaurants in Tel Aviv. A few months ago my wife and I moved to Moshav Nir Moshe in the northern Negev. We built a house, a vegetable garden and a chicken coop. And here, the dream finally becomes a reality. I invite you to an intimate hosting in the yard of my house, where I will cook you special dishes adapted to the season, which I formulated together with the experience I have gained over the years. Dishes that reflect the area, the people and me. So if you fancy a slightly different experience, talk to me to make a reservation. [gallery ids="26512,26510,26508,26506,26504,26502"]

Yoav Rozen, a carpenter and wood artist, opened the "Hapundak" - a place that blends great music and fine dining, in the delightful, rustic atmosphere of Nir Akiva's lush, green, open fields. Hapundak's signature dish is the handmade pizza in a wood-burning oven that Yoav built from mud and bricks. The pizzas are made from high-quality dough Yoav prepares himself with great passion, after learning and experimenting in numerous dough workshops. The fresh toppings are original and made from ingredients grown in Yoav's and Elinor's vegetable patch. The place serves as a meeting point for friends, and families with children, for whom we built swings, family games, a sandbox complex and an intimate concert area. You are welcome to enjoy delicious food and a charming atmosphere. We are waiting for you. The place observes Shabbat - please do not phone. The restaurant is kosher-dairy but does not have a kosher certificate. The menu also offers vegan and vegetarian dishes. Gluten-free salads. Accessible to people with disabilities. With pre-booking, the place can serve as a closed-event venue for up to 50 people.

Galai Winery - the Boutique Winery of the Northern Negev A (paid) guided tour of a family-owned, rural boutique winery whose wines have won prestigious medals and awards both in Israel and abroad. Tasting various fine and unique wines accompanied by explanations about the careful manufacturing process of all wines exclusively produced from grapes grown in the vineyard next to the winery in Moshav Nir-Akiva, the North-Western Negev. You may sit or stay on the grounds even without the paid tour - based on availability. The cost depends on what you order from the menu. Rich, diverse picnic baskets - ready-made or customized (wines, cheeses, spreads and more) Arrival at the complex: Location: Moshav Nir-Akiva (close to the Beit-Kama interchange, Netivot and Sderot) Waze: "Galai Winery" or "Nir-Akiva." Take the first turn right at the second roundabout inside the settlement. Parking: on-site. Follow the signage or any other directions provided. Notes: * The activity in the complex is not suitable for families with children. * Entry is from age 18. (Exceptions are made by prior arrangements only, with a special permit). * The wines are not kosher. The food products are kosher, but not all have a kosher seal.