Underwater Observatory Marine Park Tours and Tickets

Visit iconic and historic Petra from Eilat on this full-day, guided tour with lunch included. Head through the sandstone Siq on route one of the world’s seven wonders built by the Nadateans of Jordan some 2000 years ago. Behold the Treasury monument as well as ancient crypts, mourning halls, baths, and temples. Stand in a 3000-seat Roman theatre built in 1st-century BC and watch the nearby mountains change colours throughout the day.  

Discover the underwater world around Eilat, Israel during this private introductory dive for beginners. Get the necessary training at the dive center and then proceed to the Red Sea for a picturesque dive where you can observe local marine life. The maximum depth of the dive is 20 feet (six meters), suitable for novice and professional divers.

Visit the spectacular rock-cut city of Petra on a full-day tour from Eilat, and explore the ancient world of the Nabataeans. See temples and a treasury carved directly into rosy cliffs, then learn how the historic necropolis was lost to the desert for centuries. This Petra tour includes pickup and drop-off in Eilat, entrance fees at the site, lunch and bottled water.

The rugged desert mountains around Eilat are ripe for exploring by 4WD but are best navigated by experienced off-road drivers. This sunset adventure by chauffeured Jeep enables you to shelve any driving worries and simply relax and focus on the experience and scenery. Trace the Solomon River valley, climb Mount Yoash for panoramic views over the Gulf of Aqaba, Israel, Jordan, Egypt and Saudi Arabia, and recharge on a break for Bedouin tea and flatbreads cooked over the fire.

The eons-old rock formations of the UNESCO-protected Timna Park north of Eilat make a spectacular sight. Experience the park's highlights, including ancient King Solomon's Mine, without any planning or driving stresses on this adventure tour from Eilat. Traveling by Jeep with a driver-guide, see the park's Solomon Pillars and mushroom-shaped rocks; inspect ancient inscriptions and copper mines, and hear all about their history and geology on route. A stop for Bedouin tea and hotel pickup and drop-off complete your trip.

Witness the hidden world of the Red Sea without the need to swim, snorkel or dive on a 2-hour glass-bottom boat trip from Eilat. Settle in the boat's open or shaded areas, and gaze through the glass panels as you cruise to Taba and back. Admire shoals of exotic fish, float over technicolor corals, and watch for rays and turtles, all in their natural environment. Along the way, learn about the marine life and landscapes from the live guided commentary, and enjoy refreshments (own expense) from the onboard snack bar.

Carving its way through desert half an hour from Eilat, the Red Canyon is an adventurous trek, with ladders to climb and cliffs to edge. Experience it on this half-day tour, with 2-way hotel transfers and a Jeep safari too. Your guide will help navigate the Red Canyon, then drive you through mountains to springs and the Mt. Yoash Observation Point: entrance fees are included, but bring your water bottle.

Get a taste of scuba diving on this 1-hour open-water dive experience in Eilat. After an introductory lesson from a PADI instructor, head to one of Eilat’s most beautiful coral-filled dive sites. Then, take the plunge accompanied by your instructor to experience the undersea world of the Red Sea. Dive to up to six meters and admire luminous corals and exotic fish as you savor the thrill of breathing freely underwater. Perfect for adults and children aged over eight who fancy trying scuba diving without taking a multi-day course.

Riding a camel in Eilat is a fun, traditional way to explore the landscape, but daytime trips into the desert can mean intense sun and heat. Enjoy milder temperatures and gorgeous light for photography on a sunset camel ride through Wadi Shlomo and Tzfachot, then relax in a Bedouin tent as you sip a cup of tea and eat a light dinner.

Explore Timna Park, located 25 km north of Eilat in the Negev desert. The beautiful natural park sits in a horse-shoe shaped valley with Mount Timna in the center. This is the site of the oldest known copper mine in the world. Enjoy a guided tour of this unique site, take in the beautiful and dramatic desert scenery and hear about the fascinating history. Take a short hike, immerse yourself in the scenery and see the unique desert flora and wildlife. Watch a short video presentation and make your own personal souvenir at the fun colored-sand activity at the heart of the park. At the end of the tour, you will return to Eilat with your guide.