Hiking

A decade after its destruction: The spectacular waterfall trail in the North reopens

Hikers will once again be able to enjoy a circular route overlooking Tanur Waterfall and the Hula Valley, and choose among three trails with varying levels of difficulty.

The trail collapsed after a stormy winter and is now ready for hikers. The Iyon Stream trail after renovation
WHAT MAKES Ein Haniya special is that the beauty here is not only natural. It is layered. The spring emerges from a short rock-cut tunnel and flows, as it has for centuries, along a reconstructed aqueduct that carries it over a low arch and spills it into a large stone pool.

Hiking in the Holy Land: Ein Haniya, an easy water outing outside Jerusalem

Bar Bahar, Aminadav Forest.

Aminadav Forest visitor center near Jerusalem reopens after major upgrade

Ein Yorke'am.

Not just in the North: The hidden pools and wet trails you need to know


Essential items for your outdoor adventure: Don't forget these!

With summer upon us, preparations for outdoor adventures are in full swing. Here is Rikushet's list of must-have items.


Foldable sink and "apartment" for 14 People

The travel season is underway, and today you don't have to be far from home even if you're situated in the heart of the forest.


Hiker discovers monolith that looks like UFO in Wales hillside

Monoliths have been found in the past in Utah, Romania, and Belgium.

 A Welsh flag flies at half mast at Cardiff Castle, following the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, in Cardiff, Wales, Britain, September 16, 2022.

Tel Azekah gracefully combines biblical significance with modern beauty

Nowadays, Tel Azekah is the place where tourists go to learn about the battle of David and Goliath. From the top of this hill, one can see the entire Valley of Elah, where the battle took place.

 BEAUTY ABOUNDS in the Adulam Reserve and at Tel Azekah.

Hiking along Nahal Qumran, Masada: Jewish nationalist symbols of Zionism

May we merit complete victory in this war and see a time when no more tears must be shed over fallen soldiers.

 NAHAL QUMRAN near the Dead Sea.

Hanukkah illuminated: Hiking in the Holy Land

At this time of year, we’re reminded of the importance of olive oil, an essential ingredient in the Hanukkah story, the author writes.

 IN CAVES and tunnels deep within the Adulam Nature Reserve, we’re reminded of the importance of olive oil, an essential ingredient in the Hanukkah story.

Hidden miracles from biblical to modern times by hiking in the Holy Land

TO ANYONE looking on, a storm would have seemed like a completely natural event. But the words of the Torah tell a story of divine intervention.

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Israeli hikers rescued after getting stranded on cliff in the south

A swift operation was then initiated, employing specialized equipment to ensure the safe retrieval of the stranded hikers.

 Israeli hikers stranded on a cliff in Southern Israel

Sartava: Connect to the ancient, biblical aspects of the High Holy Days

A trip into Israel’s nature can connect a person to ancient aspects of the holiday celebrations. Atop Sartava and Mount Montar, we experience biblical preparations for the holidays firsthand.

 A TRIP INTO Israel’s nature can connect a person to ancient aspects of the Jewish holiday celebrations.

Israel National Trail gets 2 new sections connecting Eilat to Hermon

The Israel National trail can take a few months to complete, now hikers can add another few days to the challenge.

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