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En Gedi Nature Reserve

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En Gedi Nature Reserve
4.5
#2 of 31 things to do in Dead Sea Region
Nature & Wildlife Areas
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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En Gedi is the biggest oasis in Israel. It has springs and waterfalls, and flowing brooks at the foot of the cliffs, home to ibexes and rock hyraxes.
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Eva A
12 contributions
Splendid respite on a hot day
Aug 2023 • Family
Beautiful fun activity on a hot day. The walk from the car park is mostly exposed so got very hot, but the pools were lovely and cool, cold even. And shaded. Standing under the waterfall was an alternative massage experience! Plenty of ibex wandering around. No eating in the reserve but the entrance area has picnic tables and a reasonably priced shop/cafe, free water refills and toilets.
Written 10 August 2023
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Paul Tour Guide in Israel
Jerusalem, Israel31 contributions
The En Gedi Nature Reserve. David warefall
Mar 2023 • Friends
Ein Gedi is a nature reserve of stunning beauty, covering a large area and having several routes on its way. At the end of the Nahal David trail, visitors have a stunning view of the David Falls. Water from the Stream of David flows here all year round. In this unique nature reserve, you can meet the rocky hares mentioned in the Bible and Nubian goats in wildlife. This is one of the most beautiful places in the vicinity of the Dead Sea.
Written 23 May 2023
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WanderingJuice
Haringey, UK10 contributions
Nature at its best
Feb 2023
We covered the shortest trail and managed to see almost all of the ברכי נפשי come to life in front of our eyes, with the family of ibex trotting along and the waterfalls gushing with fresh water.
Written 26 February 2023
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Dan Maarek
Tel Aviv, Israel15,902 contributions
One of the most visited Nature Reserve in Israel
Oct 2021
Why?
because the walk is not straining, less than 1 hour.
Because this oasis is stunning.
Because of the deer that walk quietly around you.
You don't believe me? Just look at the pictures.
And because if you're lucky to be there not on the weekends or Jewish feast you might just enjoy the silence of the desert, but don't hope too much as this site is almost always crowded.
I was lucky (or actually planned it well enough) as it was at sunset and on a weekday and rather empty.
Written 29 September 2022
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Monty Stoller
Stäfa, Switzerland378 contributions
Beautiful National Park
Dec 2019
En Gedi - an oasis in the middle of the desert. This beautiful national park should be part of every Israel trip. An oasis of peace with beautiful hiking routes and a beautiful flora. The waterfalls offer wonderful photo motives, the small water holes invite you to take a bath and the different lookouts offer a wonderful view of the Dead Sea. An absolute must on every Israel trip!
Written 11 April 2020
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yaykitty
Shreveport, LA121 contributions
Goats or No Goats?
Feb 2020
This area is mostly a nature reserve. It is HOT in the summer, but in February it was rather cool and there were warnings about land slides due to all of the rain.
There are many paths and waterfalls if they allow you to walk deeper into the area. It makes for a pleasant afternoon and if you are lucky you can see the Ibex or goats that roam around.
This is great for hiking, but you need full mobility to handle this area.
Written 16 March 2020
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Lex B
Thornlands, Australia41 contributions
Waterfall and Swimming Ponds in the Desert.
Mar 2020 • Couples
When we went to the Ein Gedi nature Reserve it was a public holiday in Israel and so the research and the waterfalls were very crowded with lots of tourists and families...so it was less than ideal but it is still a very beautiful place. We did the shorter walk which ends up at King David Waterfall. It is a reall pretty walk and not too difficult. If there weather is warm I would definitely recommend taking your swimming costume and a towel with you as the clear water looks very inviting. It was a little cold when we visited. The walk we took doesn’t take very long and so an hour should be enough time to see the main part of the park. If you are lots more energetic than us then you might like to take the longer walk which takes about 4hrs and features lots more climbing up stairs but you will get some amazing views from the top of the mountains. If you are planning on visiting lots of Israeli National Parks then you should purchase one of those Israel National Park Vouchers. You can choose from a 3, 6 or Unlimited package and it is much cheaper than paying for individual entires.
Written 10 March 2020
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Philip B
Amsterdam, The Netherlands58 contributions
Beautifull
Mar 2020 • Family
A really nice nature reserve. The "hike" to the small waterfall is easy accessable with younger children.
We didn't do any other hike.
Written 8 March 2020
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Steve D
Chesterton, IN343 contributions
Beautiful views of the area / Great waterfalls
Mar 2020
This is a great stop on your way down or back to the Dead Sea. It has some wonderful trees and plants. It also has some wonderful waterfalls. It is an oasis in the desert for real. It is the supposed sight of David's flight from King Saul. It is very interesting to hike and see the wildlife and views. Very well maintained.
Written 6 March 2020
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FrequentTraveler2810
Ra'anana, Israel118 contributions
A must see
Mar 2020 • Couples
Beautiful hikes to waterfalls and viewpoints. Other Wadi David and Wadi Arugot are spectacular. Recommend taking the longer hike options to get the full experience
Written 2 March 2020
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