Kinneret

Three teenage boys rescued by United Hatzalah in Sea of Galilee after drifting to deep waters

Three boys suffering from mild dehydration were rescued overnight after their rubber boat drifted into the Sea of Galilee near Tiberias, leaving them unable to return to shore.

United Hatzalah ambulance boat in the Sea of Galilee.
Israelis hike at Nahal Hava in the Negev, southern Israel, January 30, 2026; Illustrative.

Seven family members located after suffering heat exhaustion in Nahal Gov area of southern Israel

This morning, the water level stood at 213 meters below sea level. Shikmim Beach on the Sea of Galilee

Sea of Galilee is boiling: Here is what the heat did to the water level

After three years of repeated openings and closures, it's finally here to stay. David's Harp Hotel

The Kinneret’s beautiful surprise hotel


The revolution at the shores: What you need to know for the upcoming Kinneret swimming season

The Kinneret Regional Council beaches open ahead of other Israeli beaches. Millions are expected during Passover and the season, with important updates on changes at the beaches.

 Hukok North Beach

Opening just in time for Passover: From NIS 650 per night at the new lodging by the Kinneret

Beit Rishonim, one of the most historically significant buildings in Kibbutz Deganya Bet, has undergone extensive renovations and is now a family-friendly lodging site. Here’s what it has to offer.

 Beit Rishonim in Deganya Bet

First permit granted: Ambitious project on Kinneret shores begins

Av-Gad Ltd. received the first permit for Phase A of a NIS 4 billion project, including an open-air theater, two hotels, commercial areas, and future residential units.

 The "Kinneret City" project in Tiberias, Av-Gad Ltd

Driest winter on record: Lake Kinneret sees rare February drop in water level

“Right now, this year is shaping up to be particularly dry. There hasn't been a year this severe since measurements began,” Dr. Eyal Zigel said.

 The Ginosar shore.

Gomeh hotel to host kosher Passover retreat on the shores of the Kinneret

Led by Keter Travel, the holiday program offers a full-service Pesach experience with strict Kashrut supervision.

Gomeh Hotel: Creating a warm and homey expirience.

See the beauty of the Ginosar shore, on the western Sea of Galilee

On the west coast of the Sea of Galilee, or Kinneret, the large body of water provides its magic too.

 The Ginosar shore.

Current winter is one of the most arid in recent years, data shows

In the South, only 30% of the regular average was recorded so far this period.

 An illustrative image of rainfall as seen from the window of a vehicle.

Between past, present, and future: The unique hotel reopens its doors

The David’s Harp Galilee Resort, designed and planned by Michael Azulay, is a unique and inspiring complex rooted in the land, resembling the harp of King David.

 David’s Harp Galilee Resort

Under rocket fire: The work on a promenade along the Jordan River is complete

An eastern Jordan Canal promenade path was recently paved in the Kinneret Drainage and Streams Authority's NIS 100 million project to restore and develop 12 kilometers along the Jordan River.

 The Jordan River near the Geshar HaHamisha in the Hula Valley, after rainy days. January 14, 2023.

10-year-old in critical condition due to brain-eating amoeba from water park

The ministry ordered the immediate closure of Hamat Gader park and called on all bathers who feel unwell to immediately go to the emergency room.

 Naegleria fowleri, also known as the "brain-eating" amoeba