Breathtaking Landscapes and Rare Nature Reserves

In the heart of the Judean desert, on the shore of the Dead Sea, you will find the therapeutic vacation resort of Ein Bokek. The only resort of its kind in the world, Ein Bokek offers visitors not only healing springs and baths, but also historic sites, varied attractions, breathtaking nature reserves, and, at its center, the luxurious Daniel Dead Sea hotel.

The hotel's guests are invited to enjoy the wide variety of nature trails, desert tours, and outdoor activities available for all those who want to combine a relaxing spa vacation with unique experiences that can only be found by the Dead Sea.

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Masada

Masada site was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2001. The site commemorates the last stand of the Sicarii, Jewish zealots from the era of the great rebellion against the Romans. The fortress lies on a secluded cliff in the Judean desert, and includes palaces, a bathhouse, a water system, and places of worship dating from the Hasmonean era until the Byzantine era and even later. At the foot of Masada you can enjoy a restaurant, snack bars, and souvenir shops. From March to October, some of the most interesting artifacts from the fortress are displayed at the foot of the Roman ramp, using a unique audiovisual presentation that explains the siege and heroic story of Masada.

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Ein Gedi Reserve

A unique nature reserve that includes rare flora and fauna from different climate areas – the desert, the tropics, and the Mediterranean. The David Stream flows through the Reserve, forming waterfalls and pools surrounded by greenery. In the south of the reserve, there is a hiking trail alongside the Arugot Stream, which includes waterfalls, freshwater pools, varied vegetation, wild goats, and rock hyraxes. Between the streams are even more interesting attractions such as the Ein Gedi spring, archaeological sites, an ancient synagogue, and Tel Goren.

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Sedom Mountain & the Flour Cave

One of the Earth's most amazing natural wonders – a mountain of salt. Next to Sedom Mountain at the Perazim Stream are a number of natural caves, including the Flour Cave, which will leave you covered in a light dusting of floury chalk.

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Tel Arad

Approximately 30 km west of the Dead Sea lies this ancient settlement, which includes early Israeli and Canaanite relics. Nearby is the city of Arad, which was founded in 1962, and based on modern city planning. The city is noted for its unique climate, suitable for treating respiratory problems.

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David Stream & Arugot Stream

This desert oasis nature reserve offers a range of guided and independent hiking trails. Here you can find a numerous attractions in the Dead Sea area, including freshwater fountains, streams, waterfalls, tropical vegetation, predators, and more.

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Qumran

At Qumran, approximately 65 km north of the hotel, you will find the ancient home of the Essenes, a Jewish sect that had a way of life similar to that of the early Christians. Today, Qumran is famous for the caves in which the sealed Dead Sea Scrolls were found. The scrolls are now on display at the Israel Museum.