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Jeep tours I Lagat Ba'adama

Perched at an altitude of 600 meters above sea level, the Arad air stays blessedly dry even during the humid Israeli summer. It is a city offering a whirlwind of activities and tourist attractions and spectacular desert landscapes - with excellent food and wine to boot. Now’s the perfect time to head south, and explore this thrilling desert gem / By Lior Aboulafia Desert delights: 24 exciting hours in Arad

What to do Lagat Ba’adama (touching the ground) – sunset jeep tours

Experienced tour guides Nachshon and Giora know every stone and trail in the Judean Desert, and their air-conditioned jeeps will take you on a sunset adventure like no other. You’ll glide through the Kanaim Valley, the green oasis of Kfar Nokdim, and walk along an easy trail to a beautiful lookout point over Nahal Tze’elim. This two-hour tour is great for couples, groups, and families alike. Reservation required. 1bishvil.com/deadseajeeptour Fast and Furious – be a racecar driver for a day Arad is home to the first professional and legal racetrack in Israel. The

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Photos: Lior Aboulafia