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seating areas overlooking the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights, serving cocktails, beer, soft drinks, and more, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. aquakef.com 08 Pools and waterfalls Alumot Dam, the Jordan Valley Built in the 1940s to pump water for agriculture, Alumot Dam was left unused for years. It was eventually taken down and now been replaced with a new, more modern dam that allows for the control and regulation of water levels downstream. Recently inaugurated, the new dam has become a must-see spot among hikers and visitors. A panoramic promenade has been built along the shoreline with charming little seating areas (without shading), and in the water, tiered pools creating waterfalls and cascades have been created, acting as a sort of ladder for the fish to assist them on their way upstream. In principle, bathing isn’t prohibited, but be aware that there are no lifeguard services and that the water flowing south beyond the bridge is treated wastewater that is not suitable for bathing in. Bring a parasol and water-friendly shoes – there are rocks at the bottom of the pools. (Enter “Alumot Dam” in your Waze app for directions). 09 Hovering above the water Tornado speedboat tours, Rosh Hanikra Thrill-seekers are going to love these tornado speedboats that sail at 60 km/h. Recommended for ages 5 and up, these tornado tours sail across the lagoons of Achziv, stop at the lookout spots in front of Nahlieli and Shahaf islands - marine nature reserves where birds and waterfowl nest (and to

Alumot Dam I Photo: courtesy of the Kinneret Drainage Authority

Tornado speedboat tours I Photo: Amikam Horesh,Ozrot Hagalil

which entry is prohibited) - as well as on “Table Island”, which in the 1980s was nicknamed “Love Island” due to the lively parties that’d be held there. From there, the tour continues towards the white cliffs of Rosh Hanikra that merge with the turquoise

waters of the sea, making for the most spectacular views. Tours depart from the Putsker Sailing Club in Nahariya, or from the Sea Trek Achziv Sailing Club in Rosh Hanikra. putsker.co.il, trek-yam.co.il, rosh hanikra.com ■

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