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trails
Peres River
Located on the northern edge of the Judaean Desert and the Arava. Easy walking trail 4 kilometers long.
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Tsafit River
Medium-difficulty trail, about 4 kilometers long, featuring rope climbing and narrow passages.
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Gov River
A circular, medium-difficulty trail with stunning vistas. About 7 hours long.
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Yamin Pools
A trail along the Yamin river, featuring an impressive cracked landscape and swimmable water pools.
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Nekarot River
circular trail through springs, canyons, and history. 3-4 hours of low-difficulty walking.
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Barak Canyon
deep and narrow limestone canyon. The trail includes some rope climbing.
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Vradit Canyon
Long, 10-hour trail through multiple water pools and steep rocky walls. Some parts of the trail can only be crossed by swimming. (image credit)
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attractions
Vidor Center
The Aravah's learning center, featuring guided tours, 3D film screenings, and greenhouse visits.
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Porat Apiary
Guided tour through a bee colony, where visitors can learn about the process of producing honey.
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The Organic Greenhouse
Guided tour through an organic greenhouse, activities for children, and a chance to pick your own vegetables.
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Shamayim - Hydrotherapy Center
Hydrotherapy center offering shiatzu, swimming lessons, and more.
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Elad Seker - Field Workshops
Guided tours, lectures, and field worshops in the Aravah.
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