The Ramon Machtesh in a Nutshell
The Ramon Machtesh in a nutshell
Duration: 2 hours
Starts/finishes: Mitzpe Ramon - 09:00 12:00 and 15:00 (in summer later if need be)
Our first stop will be on the edge of the Ramon Machtesh at the top of the Atzmaut Ascent, after a short explanation at the viewpoint we will descend into the Machtesh and cross half it's width to Wadi Ramon where we will stop to explain what a Machtesh is and how it was formed. We will continue across the floor of the Machtesh to the summit of Mt. Gvanim which offers a stunning view of the entire Machtesh and from there along Wadi Gvanim stopping in the shade of an Accaia tree to explain about the flora and fauna of the region before returning to Mitzpe Ramon.
Price:
Sunday - Friday: 1-6 participants - 845 NIS per "jeep" (locals have to add 144 NIS VAT))
Sunday - Friday: 7-8 participants - 1,015 NIS per "jeep" (locals haver to add 175 NIS VAT)
Saturday: 1-6 participants - 1,015 NIS per "jeep" (locals have to add 175NIS VAT)
Saturday: 7-8 participants - 1,185 NIS per "jeep" (locals haver to add 205 NIS VAT)
This tour is also offered as part of a package deal that includes rappelling here
Tourist price, excludes VAT, requires presentation of a valid tourist B2 visa
Activity by prior reservation through our office/web site.