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A magical world under the sea The Eilat Underwater Observatory Six meters below the surface of the Red Sea lies a wondrously rich and colorful world. At the Eilat Underwater Observatory, visitors are invited on a journey of discovery of the magnificent Red Sea coral reef and its inhabitants – and a guided tour here is definitely a must. Inside the Observatory Shark Pool, you’ll come eye-to-eye with the Red Sea’s ultimate predators, stand at touching distance of sharks, sting-rays, manta rays, schools of fish and vibrant colonies of coral; you’ll hear about the sharks’ lifestyle and watch them being fed, and if this wasn’t all exciting enough, in the AquaDome - a unique cinema of its kind in Israel, you’ll be able to enjoy a 360° 3D movie experience that uncovers the world of humpback whales, their journeys, and social bonds underwater. There’s also a 360° observatory tower (for those who can walk up

its very many stairs), a turtle pool, interactive games, a souvenir shop, and many more fun activities to enjoy with the family. coralworld.co.il Snorkeling along the coral reefs The Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve The Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve is considered one of the most beautiful in the world and is home to coral reefs that look like magical underwater gardens. There, you can come eye-to-eye with a dazzling world of corals, fish, and all manner of fauna and flora. There are wooden stairs and bridges for easy access to the sea, and you don’t have to be a professional diver to enjoy the sights of the coral reef – all you need is a mask and a snorkel (which you can rent). There’s also a shop, showers, toilets, shaded huts, beach chairs and beds, as well as shallow wading pools for the kids. parks.org.il

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ATMOSPHERE JULY 2025