Safari Israel: how to get there?

"Safari" means "journey". In the recent past, safari was a hunt. Today it is quite peaceful and relatively inexpensive wildlife tours. Israel offers two options for every taste: an African safari park close to Tel Aviv and an all-terrain vehicle tour of the Judean desert.

In each case, you’ll need car rental in Israel, and an experienced driver, and a tour with a licensed guide. The 123 Trip Tel Aviv travel company provides all the services, and our team is sure that "Safari is worth it"!

Africa in the heart of Israel

In the Zoological Center, aptly named "Ramat Gan Safari", you can get as close to the African savannah as possible. At the same time, you’ll be just a few kilometers from Tel Aviv.

An area of 100 hectares is inhabited by more than 1600 animals of different species from around the world – mammals, fowl, reptiles. Just like in their natural habitats, the animals roam a vast territory in large herds freely. Some of them may come right up to the car to look at you. You, in turn, will be able to observe their feeding habits, social behavior, activities and resting patterns. You can witness mating rituals and power struggles, as well as see how females raise their offspring.

Unique large herds of mixed species of African animals live freely in the Safari Park:

• the pride of lions;

• African and Asian elephants;
• gorilla, chimpanzee and orangutan families;
• hippos and rhinos;
• gnus, zebras, oryx;
• pink flamingos.

The "Lion safari" tour gives the opportunity to see the most dangerous species of animals —lions and tigers. The car ride will let you enjoy observing these majestic animals in their natural habitat. But remember, the guides are not kidding when they tell you to keep your windows closed and never leave the car.

On the "Safari zoo" tour, you can see elephants, gorillas, polar bears, and more animals. The guide will give detailed explanations along the way.

There’s plenty to see! Along the way, there are also many places to stop and rest. In the park, there is a variety of fun activities for kids as well:

• games and musical plays;
• petting zoo;
• pony rides.

Ramat Gan Safari offers guided nighttime tours of the park with a guide for visitors of all ages. The night safari begins when the stars go up. You will get a rare opportunity to discover what the animals do at night.

The park is open all year! Order a car and a tour with one of our amazing guides from 123 Trip Tel Aviv. Go on a safari accompanied by professionals!

Safari in the Judean Desert

The rugged desert mountains around Eilat are ripe for exploring by travelers with an experienced guide in four-wheel-drive vehicles. This is a completely incredible experience! This sunset adventure in a chauffeured Jeep enables you to shelve any worries and focus on the experience and scenery:

• trace the Solomon River valley;
• climb Mount Yoash for panoramic views over the Gulf of Aqaba, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia;
• recharge on a break for Bedouin tea and flatbreads cooked over the fire;
• take an exciting all-terrain vehicle drive through the desert canyons and plains to the towering Dragot Cliffs;
• stop for a quick photo op;
• ride off-road to see the Ramon dry riverbed, Mount Gvanim, and more.

Head to the Ramon Crater – a unique geological phenomenon in the Negev Desert – and learn about its fascinating history. Our guides are professionals in every way, friendly, and knowledgeable.

Kids are interested in doing many things here: finding clay, knapping flint to make an arrowhead, grinding up a special plant that turns into soap when you add water.

A private all-terrain vehicle tour from 123 Trip Tel Aviv will let you explore the places that aren’t reachable in a standard car. Guides, who conduct tours for big groups, miss them. Don’t miss this opportunity, order a fascinating and adrenalin-filled Jeep tour!