Beach holiday eilat. Eilat: beaches, weather, recreation, reviews. The majesty of local nature

All beaches have the same “address” - the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea coast, a landmass 12 km long. However, the variety of beaches is such that everyone will find the “best” for themselves. Locals divide the coast into 2 zones: northern beaches or pebble-sand beaches and southern ones - coral. On all beaches the depth begins almost immediately, the water is very clean and transparent, through which you can see sea world. There are no temperature changes here, and nothing disturbs the marine life.

The entire tourist area is located on the northern shore, there are no corals and few fish. Some first-line hotels have their own civilized beach, but there are few of them.

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Beaches you need to visit

To complete the experience, it is advisable to visit 3 beaches.

Migdalor– the best place to look at corals. It is advisable to take aqua shoes or coral slippers with you. The bottom of the beach is rocky, sea urchins live, and without slippers you won’t be able to get closer to the coral thickets. There are free umbrellas and a bar on the shore, which is closed on weekends. There is a shower, toilet, changing rooms, and you can rent a trailer.

Entering the sea is allowed only in places marked with ropes. You cannot take a piece of coral - you will be fined. Easily accessible from the center of Eilat by bus 15 or by taxi.

Dolphin Reef– Tamed dolphins live in their own environment. Divided into 2 zones: for people and dolphins. You can swim in the “human” area, and watch the dolphins from the pier from three observation platforms. For a fee you can try diving with dolphins.

For an additional fee there are 3 swimming pools surrounded by greenery - with fresh, sweet or salt water. Peacocks walk along the shore, and there is an excellent self-service restaurant.

How to get there: from Eilat buses 15 and 16, from Ovda airport - 282 or by taxi. It's better to arrive in the morning to grab a seat.

Hof Hashemesh– for lovers of “wild” recreation. This is a place of solitude with nature. There are few people on weekdays; locals come here on holidays. Among the benefits of civilization, there is a kiosk with drinks and a shower, but you can barbecue and set up a tent. Locals sometimes fish here. There is sand and pebbles underfoot, and there is primeval silence all around.
Part of the beach is separated by a fence for believers. You can only get there by car or taxi.

Israelis are sensitive to their homeland and protect nature. On all beaches, except the wild one, you cannot touch fish and corals with your hands in order to preserve them for future generations. You should not enter the water after sunset.

It must be said right away that Eilat has become so popular all over the world precisely thanks to the Red Sea coast. The northern coral reef with a great variety of inhabitants attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. Multi-colored coral reefs stretch along the very shore. And near the corals there are myriads of fish fancy shapes and incredibly bright colors. It is believed that this is where the most favorable conditions for diving in the Northern Hemisphere are. But it is quite possible to swim without scuba gear with the most ordinary mask - the reef is located right next to the shore. But the main condition is to fulfill the motto that everyone in our country knows: “Take care of your mother’s nature!” - that is, do not touch anything that you really want to touch. And not only because the reef, thanks to tourists breaking out pieces for “good and blessed memory,” is being destroyed at a catastrophic rate. And also because there is too much poison in the Red Sea, so much so that touching it can cause serious health problems.

So, if someone wants to dive for fun, then the Mediterranean coast of Eilat is just the place.

But for those who just like to sunbathe and soak up the hot sun, there is no less space here. The fact is that these beaches stretch over 12 kilometers, divided into northern and southern parts.

The southernmost beach “Princess Eilat”, which is located in the most southern point Israel, from it the zone of southern beaches stretches to Kisuski Sports Beach. This area is also called the coral beach.

The most popular of them is Migdalor Beach - very cozy, with free chairs and sunbeds. The reef in this place is located very close to the shore, the bottom is rocky, so the water remains clean at all times. There is a very good bar right on the beach. But we must warn you that in those places where the coral reef is very close to the shore, it is better to enter the water in slippers - bare feet can easily be injured.

Money, money, rubbish

Speaking of expenses. Absolutely all Eilat beaches are completely free, you will only have to pay if you need a sunbed or sun lounger (although in some places on Migdalor beach they will be free), you will have to pay a very small amount (about 15-20) shekels for their rental. And you can own it for at least the whole day, before the beach is considered closed, that is, until five o’clock in the evening. Then you will have to lie down on a towel.

Beaches of the north of Eilat

By the way, if Coral Beach this is quite inconvenient, but in the part called the northern beach, it will not bring much discomfort, since the beaches there are pebble and sandy beaches.

North Beach, ending at the border with Jordan, is an ideal place for sunbathing, water activities and swimming in the sea. The bay water temperature here is usually 20°-26C, and the air temperature even at winter period never falls below 20°C. This area contains the beaches of numerous hotels. But they, like all other beaches in the city, are free and open to anyone.

Excellently developed here tourism infrastructure, you can get any entertainment inherent seaside resort: many bars and restaurants, discos, nightclubs and beach parties. And if you want to see something other than the beaches themselves, you can go to the “Dolphin Reef” - a place natural habitat dolphins, to the Coral World aquarium. Or you can even go on a trip through the desert, and you will choose the transport at your discretion: mountain bikes, ATVs, jeeps or camels.

And finally, one more pleasant detail. Eilat is a free trade zone, so prices are lower here, and many Israeli companies offer cosmetics, fashionable clothes, jewelry and souvenirs made from Eilat stone.

The Eilat Red Sea coast is probably what made Eilat so popular all over the world. As Yves Cousteau said, and this is a man who knew a lot about the seas and whose opinion you can trust, the Red Sea is the most beautiful on the planet. Hundreds of thousands of tourists come to Eilat every year to admire the beauty of the northernmost coral reef and its inhabitants. The Red Sea is home to about a thousand species of fish, including unique ones, and about 150 species of corals grow. Multi-colored coral reefs stretch along the very shore. Near them are myriads of fish, unimaginably bright colors and bizarre shapes. It is believed that there are no more favorable conditions for diving in the Northern Hemisphere. But even with a regular mask, swimming over coral gardens is extremely interesting, because... the reef comes right to the shore.

The most important thing is not to forget that nothing Don't touch with your hands or feet, primarily because all this needs to be preserved for the next generations, and the reef is dying out from year to year at a catastrophic rate and mainly because of careless tourists who break out the corals wanting to take away a piece of the Red Sea, Eilat, memories of a wonderful vacation, etc. such sentimental nonsense, but also because almost everything in the Red Sea poisonous and big health problems may arise, but this is of course nonsense...

So - if you decide to dive, soak up the hot Eilat sun or just breathe sea air, then below we will list the beaches in the order in which they are located on the coast, starting from the border with Egypt (the beach of the Princess Hotel) - the southernmost point of Israel and ending with the beach of Hof Mifratz HaShemesh, which is adjacent to the border with Jordan.

The entire Red Sea coast of the Gulf of Eilat occupies only 12 km. and it can be divided into two parts: the southern one - from the beach of the Princess Eilat hotel to the Kisuski Sports beach (by the way HOF in Hebrew, it means beach) along which, in fact, the reef stretches and the shore here is mostly rocky. For diving you need to go to one of these beaches, and the northern shore, which is located within the city. On this stretch there are hotel beaches, the beaches, by the way, are all open and free, but if you want to relax more comfortably, you can buy a sun lounger at any of them for a very reasonable price - 15 - 20 shekels and own it until the beach “closes” i.e. hours until 5 pm, after which it will be kindly taken away by a beach worker and you will have to lie down on a towel directly on the sand, fortunately the beaches in this part of the coast are sandy, but you won’t find corals or living creatures here either. But here you will find a great variety of restaurants, hotels and attractions, of which our city is rich.

So - everyone to the beach. The main thing is not to shit. Take care of nature - your mother!!!

Updated: March 25, 2019

Israel is famous for its wide choice of places for beach holiday. Along west coast the country has stretched beaches Mediterranean Sea, in the south there is access to the Red Sea, where the beaches of Eilat are located, the famous Dead Sea is located at the eastern borders, and in the northern part you can relax near Lake Kinneret. Each of these zones has its own characteristics that need to be taken into account when choosing a resort in order to get the most out of your vacation. Let's look at what makes the beaches of Eilat attractive to tourists.

Eilat is located at the southernmost point of Israel. The Gulf of Eilat is surrounded by deserts and protected from the winds by mountains. Summer here is hot, temperatures reach 40°C and above, but due to low air humidity (20-30%), there is no stuffiness. The sea warms up to a comfortable +26-27°C, remaining refreshing even on the hottest days.

Winter in Eilat is milder than in other regions of Israel, daytime air temperatures here rarely drop below +17°C, and sunny weather prevails. The water temperature off the coast of the Gulf of Eilat from December to February stays at +22°C, thanks to which beach season here lasts all year round. Of course, the number of holidaymakers on the beaches of Eilat decreases sharply in winter, but on warm sunny days you can see a lot of sunbathing, swimming and diving here.

The length of Eilat beaches is 12 km. Northern part coastline occupy urban beach recreation areas, and best beaches diving areas stretch along the southern coast. The further you go south, the richer the coastal underwater world. Nowhere except Eilat in Israel is there such amazing diving on the beaches, amazing bizarre coral thickets and a variety of exotic fish.

To avoid dangerous and unpleasant situations, every tourist in Eilat should know that:

The desire to take a piece of coral “as a souvenir” can result in a large fine. Corals are under strict protection; it is forbidden to even pick up their fragments on the beach.
Among the animals of the Red Sea there are many poisonous species, including corals, so it is better not to touch anyone with your hands.
The safety of swimming and diving on the beaches of Eilat is announced by hanging multi-colored flags. Black color is a ban on swimming, red is a warning of danger due to strong waves, white or green is no danger.

Within the city, the best beaches are sandy, while outside the city, pebble beaches predominate; for ease of entry into the sea, they are equipped with special paths and piers.

Dolphin Reef

If you ask residents and guests of the city to name the best beaches in Eilat, the first they will name is Dolphin Reef. After all, here is a rare opportunity to communicate with dolphins in their natural habitat.

The Dolphin Reef is a protected area of the lagoon with a beach and a fenced water area inhabited by Black Sea bottlenose dolphins. The animals are not kept in captivity or trained; they hunt on the open sea and swim back to the reserve, where they are fed.

Dolphin Reef is located a 10-minute drive from the city; you can get here by bus No. 15. Opening hours are 9-17, on Friday and Saturday – 9-16.30. Admission ticket costs $18 for adults and $12 for children (under 15 years old). This price includes the use of sun loungers, showers, and toilets on the beach. You can dive with dolphins for an additional fee - 260 shekels per child and 290 shekels per adult. Children are allowed only if accompanied by an adult.

Purchasing a ticket does not guarantee contact with dolphins, as they are not forced to do anything. Employees only show how to call bottlenose dolphins to you, but communication occurs spontaneously. The more pleasant is every sign of attention received from these cute animals.

The territory of Dolphin Reef has everything you need for comfortable rest– showers, toilets, sun loungers, two cafes, sun umbrellas, a shop with souvenirs and diving equipment. There are two parking lots nearby - free and paid. To get a seat on the free one, you need to arrive early.

In addition to diving with dolphins, here you can go snorkeling, use the services of a diving instructor, and relax in special pools with underwater music. Master classes are taught to children, competitions are organized and interesting lectures are held. Peacocks roam freely in the area. Reviews about visiting Dolphin Reef are usually enthusiastic; it is rightfully considered the best.

Coral Beach is a paid beach belonging to the coral reserve. Located next to the Oceanarium. You can get here from the city on the 15th by bus route. The entrance fee to Coral Beach is 35 shekels, which includes the right to use a sunbed, toilet, and hot shower. Equipment rental and diving instructor services are paid separately.

The shore here is sandy, the coral reef comes close to it, so you can only enter the sea via canopy ladders and swim exclusively along fenced paths. The beach is well equipped - there are sunshades, showers, toilets, and a first-aid post. There is a cafe. Coral Beach is usually crowded, especially on weekends. They clean well here - sand, showers, toilets are always clean.

The coral beach in Eilat is very popular and is considered one of best places family vacation south coast. Open daily from 8 am to 7 pm.

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Princess Beach

Princess Beach is a small free beach located near the border with Egypt. Bus No. 15 runs here from the city once an hour, the ticket price is 4.2 shekels, the trip takes about half an hour. Due to the remoteness, there are usually not many people here, with the exception of holidays.

The beach is pebble, the entrance to the sea is rocky, there are two piers from which it is convenient to dive or watch from above the fish that willingly swim up to vacationers. Feeding the fish is prohibited, but by cleaning small algae from the ropes, you can feed the fish in an approved way. Here the coral reef is presented in all its beauty and diversity. On Princess Beach, as on other southern beaches of Eilat, photos of the underwater world are incomparable.

The beach is equipped with a shower, toilet, awnings, and a cafe. Sun loungers and snorkeling equipment can be rented. The water here is clean, but the sand and toilets, judging by the reviews of vacationers, could be cleaner.

Migdalor Beach

One of the southernmost beaches of Migdalor is located 8 km from the city and a couple of kilometers from the Egyptian border. The lighthouse that gives the beach its name is located here. You can get here from the city by bus number 15, get off at the next stop after the Underwater Observatory. The fare is 4.2 shekels. The surface is pebbly, the entry into the sea is rocky, and there are also sea urchins, so you will need rubber shoes. Entrance to the territory is free.

Migdalor Beach is equipped with showers, toilets, and umbrellas. You only have to pay for sunbeds (€3) and chairs (€1.5). The cafe is open on all days except Saturdays, prices are not high. The café offers snorkeling equipment rentals. Nearby there is a trailer park and a tent city where hippies live.

The main attraction of Migdalor Beach is the richness of the underwater world. This is one of the best places in Eilat for diving and snorkeling. Swimmers are surrounded by a variety of exotic fish, which are clearly visible in the clear water. The corals grow close to the shore, but are surrounded by buoys.

When snorkeling you can see coral thickets different types, colorful fish swimming among them and other inhabitants of the Red Sea. Touching corals is strictly prohibited; you cannot even pick up their fragments from the beach; this is punishable by a fine of 720 shekels.

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Dekel Beach

Dekel Beach is located on the southern outskirts of Eilat, a 15-minute walk from the city center. You can also get there by city bus No. 15. Entrance to the territory is free, there is access for cyclists and motorists free parking.

Dekel Beach is covered with clean sand, but the entrance to the water is slippery, and there is a lot of water at the bottom. sea urchins, so several underwater paths were built for the descent. But beach shoes are a must. Undersea world very colorful, the water is clear.

There are awnings along the shore that you can use for free; there is enough shade for everyone. You only need to pay for the use of sun loungers and chairs. Free showers and toilets are available. There is a cozy cafe with relatively low prices, drinks are served along the beach. Bringing food with you is prohibited.

According to reviews from vacationers, this is one of the best beaches in Eilat. There's plenty of space here and it's not as crowded as in the city, but on Saturdays it's best to come early. The rescue service is not working.

Dekel Beach is open daily from 8 am to 7 pm. The beach cafe can be rented for private events.

Mosh Beach

Mosh Beach is located next to Dekel Beach and can be reached from the city on foot or by bus No. 15. Free parking is available. This one is small cozy beach chosen local residents, so it gets crowded on weekends. The sandy surface turns into pebble closer to the water; the entrance to the sea is rocky. The depth here is shallow; there are several entrances cleared of sea urchins.

Entrance to Mosh Beach is free, but, according to the rules, you need to order something at the beach cafe, after which you can use the seat cushions and sun loungers. There are free clean showers and toilets. Prices in the cafe are quite high; in the evenings it often hosts live music concerts and literary evenings. There is a diving club nearby where you can dive under the guidance of an instructor.

Aqua Beach

Aqua Beach is located near Coral Beach; you can get to it from the city by bus route 15. This is one of the best beaches in Elite for exploring the amazing coral world of the Red Sea. Aqua Beach is sandy, but there is a strip of stones at the entrance to the water, so it is advisable to bring beach slippers.

Nearby there is paid parking, a store and two diving centers where you can rent underwater equipment and use the services of a diving and snorkeling instructor. You can take a five-day diving course. Diving allows you to see such rare fish as stingrays, moray eels, needle fish, parrots and many others. There are a lot of young people on this Eilat beach and a friendly atmosphere.

Hananya Beach

Hananya Beach is located in the city center, it is one of the best city beaches in Eilat. It is located near the embankment, so it is always noisy and crowded. Hananya Beach can often be seen in Eilat in photos of beaches and the city. The beach is sandy, with convenient entry into the sea. There is no entrance fee, sun lounger rental costs 20 shekels, which also includes the cost of one drink from the bar.

The beach infrastructure is well developed, there are tents, free showers and toilets. Works rescue Service. There is a wide range of water activities, you can ride a catamaran, inflatable boat, water ski, glass bottom boat, boat trip on the boat. Beach opening hours are daily 8-19.

The beaches of Eilat will appeal to all beach lovers, but they will especially delight those who are keen on diving and love interesting excursions. This is one of the best places for active rest in Israel.

All beaches of the city of Eilat described on the page are marked on the map in Russian.

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Tourists and Israelis come to Eilat mainly to relax on the beaches of this city. The beaches of Eilat, despite the relatively short coastline in the area, are quite numerous. Eilat has only a 10-kilometer stretch of the Red Sea, but there are more than a dozen excellent beaches.

What are the beaches in Eilat? All Eilat beaches are usually divided into 2 parts: North Beach and South Beach. In this article we will talk about what beaches there are in Eilat. The information below will help you understand which beach in this resort is best for you.

North beach of Eilat

North Beach is the modern part of the city of Eilat, which is full of interesting places. In this part of the coast you can find a small harbor and centers aquatic species sports There are also many shops, restaurants and hotels that are a stone's throw from the beach. Of course, it is worth noting the beautiful embankment, which is great place for walks. Eilat North Beach is the name of an area that includes several small beaches, which we will discuss below.

Seagull Beach is located across the road from the Herods Hotel and has soft shallow White sand, mixed with gravel. Sun beds and umbrellas can be rented here for 15 shekels. This beach has a lifeguard station, outdoor showers and a public toilet. You can order food from the hotel or grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants and cafes located nearby (for example, Speedo Cafe).

Rimonim Beach is located near the southern entrance of Rimonim Neptune Hotel Beach and is beautiful white sandy beach with artificial grass, vegetation and garden. You can order food from the hotel bar. On the beach itself there are toilets, showers and other amenities. Please note that Rimonim Beach is suitable for people with disabilities, as it is possible to move around in a wheelchair.

Golden shore

This beach is also called Hof Hazahav. It is located next to the Dan Hotel and has its own restaurant, bar, sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, as well as showers and toilets.

Zion is one of oldest beaches Eilat and has a small playground for children. It is located near shopping center Hayam Mall and has white sand with sun loungers and umbrellas for rent and also offers a good choice food.

Sun Bay Bay Beach) is a beach that is located immediately after a number of hotels on the northern coast after a small pedestrian bridge that can be reached by car. It is not considered an official beach and therefore there are no lifeguards or showers, but there are still a few straw umbrellas along the shore. This beach is great for a picnic. It is located near the border with Jordan.

Hotels in North Beach

Not far from the northern beach of Eilat there are such famous hotels as Dan Hotel, Royal Beach Hotel, Hilton. All these hotels have own beaches with sun loungers and umbrellas. If there is no opportunity to buy food or drinks on the hotel beach, then you can find many cafes, restaurants and shops on the promenade, a few meters from the beach.

South Beach Eilat

This stretch of Eilat coastline is more quiet place than North Beach, so it is great for those who like to relax in quiet place. In addition, this stretch of the Eilat coastline is an excellent place for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. This is where the Coral Beach and Dolphin Reef are located, which attract lovers of marine life. Dolphin Reef Beach is located in a small bay, making it an ideal place for children as it has crystal clear and very calm water and perfect white sand. There are also adults-only relaxation pools that are open all year round. True, the cost of staying there is quite high: for 2 hours of pleasure you need to pay about 200 shekels.

This beach is located in the Dolphin Reef complex, which offers the opportunity to swim with dolphins. On the beach itself there is a fast food cafe and a restaurant with indoor and open areas. Dolphin Reef Beach is open 7 days a week from 09:00 to 17:00/18:30 and the entrance fee is 44 shekels for children aged 5 to 15 years and 64 shekels for adults.

This beach is located on the southern tip of Eilat, across the street from the Princess Hotel. This is the last beach before the border with Egypt. Princess Beach is roped off due to the fact that it is part of Coral Beach, meaning it is part nature reserve. The beach is clean and well maintained, but there are no lifeguards, showers or some other amenities. If you want to come here by car, there is parking near the Princess Hotel. Food and drinks can be ordered at the hotel. Although there are sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach, they are mainly for hotel guests.

This beach is located on south coast Eilat is close to the naval base and is great for families with children. There is a children's room on the beach game Zone, Bedouin tent and floating rafts. The entrance fee to the beach is 15 shekels, but this price includes not only the use of sun loungers and umbrellas, but also one free drink. It is worth noting that you cannot bring your own food to Dekel Beach, so keep this in mind if you want to spend the whole day on this beach. Basic amenities at this beach include showers, toilets and free parking. Dekel Beach can be rented for private events. It is open 7 days a week from 08:00 to 19:00.

The best beaches in Eilat

Since the beaches of Eilat are very diverse, choosing the best ones is not so easy. The fact is that one tourist may like one beach, while another tourist may like a completely different one. Therefore, it is important to understand by what criterion you select the best beaches in Eilat. For example, the best beach for children in Eilat can be considered the beach in the Dolphin Reef complex, since there is clean clear water without waves, a good entrance to the sea and pleasant sand on the beach. For fun lovers, the best beaches in Eilat are those within the city, as these beaches are usually crowded, events are often held, and near the beaches you will find a large number of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops.

The best beaches in Eilat for relaxing holiday these are the beaches in the south such as Princess Beach and Dekel Beach.

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