Meeting Time:06:00
Completion Time: 20:00
Difficulty Level: Advanced
Trip Type:Hiking
Mount Arbel and the cliffs around the western shores of the Sea of Galilee offer some of Israel’s most spectacular natural settings, vistas across the north of the country and historical intrigue as a place of refuge throughout the centuries. Our day will be spent exploring and hiking through some of these beautiful landscapes and gaining a more concrete understanding of what made this area of the Lower Galilee such a key part of both local and regional history.
From Jewish rebels seeking refuge in the days of Herod, to the great battles between Crusaders and Saladin and on to stronghold of the great Druze warrior Fakhr a-Din – this part of the Galilee served as a major crossroads for those looking to cement their power over the holy land.
Our day will begin by ascending Mount Arbel from the southeast. Here we will be blessed with beautiful views over the Sea of Galilee (weather permitting) and on to Mount Hermon, the Golan Heights and the limestone peaks of the Upper Galilee. After ascending the Arbel, we will wend our way down towards Wadi Hamam via the refuge caves high upon the cliffs upper edge.
Some of our descent will be on ladders dug into the mountain side. We will have a chance to ascend and explore the mountain fortress of the 17th century Druze strongman, Fakhr a-Din. The structure is under an impressive renovation now open to the public.
The hike is not long but has some some technical parts when descending the ladders. There is a 500m ascent to start the day – everyone can take it at their own pace.
Hike parameters:
Appx. distance – 8KM
Appx. ascents – 500m
Appx. descents – 350m
Total time on the trail – 5 hours
Total cost:
The trip costs 230 NIS and includes entrance to Arbel national park along the way. There will be a limited number of tickets for early purchase at the price of 210 NIS – first come first serve.
Licensed tour guide / outdoor specialist
Full transport from Tel Aviv and back
Entrance to Arbel National Park
Coffee
Food for the day
Water
Anything not listed above
Food for the day
Water
Anything not listed above
Depart Rehovot at 05:30
Depart Tel Aviv at 06:00
Breakfast en route
Hike
Return to Tel Aviv before 20:00
Food for the day
3 litres of water
Hat
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
* This trip requires suitable footwear for hiking
* 3 Litres of water per person + hat + sunscreen is required
* Each participant is responsible for his or her own personal security and health.
REFUND, CANCELATION & TRIP-ADJUSTMENT POLICY
*** Included in the price of the ticket is a non-refundable deposit fee. This fee is 50 NIS
*** Full refund including deposit fee will be issued upon request no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled start time.
*** Between seven and three days prior to the trip, participants can cancel their ticket and get a full refund less the deposit fee
*** No refunds will be issued within 72 hours of the scheduled trip
*** Should a participant cancel his or her ticket, he or she can inquire about moving the ticket to another Finjan event at the same cost.
*** Full refund will be issued should the trip be cancelled or postponed for any reason at the discretion of the trek leader(s).
*** The trek leader(s) has the right to change the location of the trip prior to or throughout the trip based on weather conditions without issuing a refund to participants.
*** The trek leader(s) have full discretion in not allowing a participant to fulfil the trek based on certain health considerations and or lack of proper footwear/water.
*** Price includes two fully licensed guides and outdoor specialists, transportation to and from Tel Aviv! Price does NOT include food and other beverages ***
Departure time is at 06:00 sharp from Tel Aviv Savidor Merkaz (Central Train Station/Arlozorov). Return to the same point by 20:00. The bus will leave promptly and on time!
This trip is part of the Hiking in Israel community. https://www.facebook.com/groups/HikingInIsrael/
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