Let's face it, for a country that's no bigger than the state of New Jersey it sure has a lot of stuff to do. For real, it's got history (thousands of years of it, no less); mountains; spas; great food; and on top of it all--diving.
Oh, you didn't know that Israel is a diving paradise? Ha, this is one of the world's most premier diving locations. And consider it just another reason to love Israel (as if the other reasons above weren't enough).
So what if you don't dive, you can still experience the wonders of the water anyway. So, let me go on record saying if you don't dive, you can still surf and water-ski until the cows come home.
Some of Israel's best diving is done in the southern part of the country in Eilat, in the warm waters and dive sites of the Red Sea. Whether you're an experienced diver, or just a novice, you can see the Eel Garden or The Caves. Sorry, only experienced divers get to do Paradise Reef.
No diving necessary at Eilat's Underwater Observatory; nor is it necessary if you just plan on snorkeling in the constant 21-25ºC water. Ooh, Snorkelers, you can still get to see Dolphin Reef like your SCUBA buddies, too.
Some diving locations in Israel are for the seriously experienced divers only. If you want to see the Japanese Garden in the Coral Beach Nature Reserve, you'd better have logged at least 17 previous dives. And to see Yatush, at a depth of 30 meters, you must be an "Advanced Open Water" diver.
Gives you something to strive for, doesn't it? Now, can someone explain to me what that means?
I joke, but diving in Israel is no laughing matter. It's serious business; and the sport isn't limited to the Red Sea only. The Mediterranean (of course) is in on the action, too. Lots of wrecks and shallow reefs await, just so you know. To the south of Jaffa in Bat Yam, you'll find an excellent diving spot beloved by both novice and experienced divers.
Head to the north, and you'll be treated to an entire port underwater. The Old Port of Caesarea, originally built by King Herod, is now an entire eco-system for all sorts of fish species. Hmm, would you look at that, history and sport all rolled into one neat package.
Along the entire coastline of the Mediterranean in Israel you'll get more than just the stuff Herod built. Underneath the water there are all kinds of caves and canyons waiting to be explored by you and your SCUBA gear.
Here all this time I thought my love for Israel was just for its food, culture, and history. Who knew you could fall in love with it for its diving...
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