Kinneret

From the Kinneret to the desert: The hotel chain continues to expand and surprise

While inbound tourism continues to stagnate, the Jacob chain is investing NIS 35 million in two new hotels – one on the Kinneret and one in the desert. Is this a new trend in Israeli tourism?

Jacob Ohalo Hotel.
Desalinated water flows into Israel’s “reverse” water carrier. Photo by Itai Dodi,

Kinneret Lake replenished with desalinated water in world-first project

Gai Beach Water Park

Gai Beach at the Kinneret: New shading facilities and the Super Slider

Israelis bask in the sun on a beach in Tel Aviv, August 11, 2025

Israel's hiking trails under complete ban as severe heatwave reaches peak


Kinneret water park undergoes major renovation – what’s new?

The Hof Gai water park by the Kinneret was renovated for summer under new health rules. The 15-dunam park opens soon, with entry priced at NIS 143.

Hof Gai Water Park

Israel Police searching for missing person in Lake Kinneret, personal belongings found

The individual's personal belongings were discovered on Ein Gev Beach during a search on Sunday night, police said.

 An Israel Police patrol boat and helicopter seen scanning Lake Kinneret, or the Sea of Galilee, in Israel's North, June 9, 2025

Rehabilitation is not enough: Why Israel must invest in rebuilding the North – opinion

The future of Israel’s North depends on national partnership and innovation.

 RESIDENTS OF the North had to travel to the center of the country for essential rehabilitation services until the Helmsley Rehabilitation Center was recently opened at the Tzafon Medical Center (Poriya), the writer notes.

Transformation: The legendary beach has been renovated for millions. This is what it looks like now

Ahead of Independence Day, and with the completion of development works at a total investment of millions of shekels, the eastern area of the legendary Kinneret Beach has been opened.


The revolution at the shores: What you need to know for the upcoming Kinneret swimming season

The Kinneret Regional Council beaches open ahead of other Israeli beaches. Millions are expected during Passover and the season, with important updates on changes at the beaches.

 Hukok North Beach

Opening just in time for Passover: From NIS 650 per night at the new lodging by the Kinneret

Beit Rishonim, one of the most historically significant buildings in Kibbutz Deganya Bet, has undergone extensive renovations and is now a family-friendly lodging site. Here’s what it has to offer.

 Beit Rishonim in Deganya Bet

First permit granted: Ambitious project on Kinneret shores begins

Av-Gad Ltd. received the first permit for Phase A of a NIS 4 billion project, including an open-air theater, two hotels, commercial areas, and future residential units.

 The "Kinneret City" project in Tiberias, Av-Gad Ltd

Driest winter on record: Lake Kinneret sees rare February drop in water level

“Right now, this year is shaping up to be particularly dry. There hasn't been a year this severe since measurements began,” Dr. Eyal Zigel said.

 The Ginosar shore.

Gomeh hotel to host kosher Passover retreat on the shores of the Kinneret

Led by Keter Travel, the holiday program offers a full-service Pesach experience with strict Kashrut supervision.

Gomeh Hotel: Creating a warm and homey expirience.

See the beauty of the Ginosar shore, on the western Sea of Galilee

On the west coast of the Sea of Galilee, or Kinneret, the large body of water provides its magic too.

 The Ginosar shore.

Current winter is one of the most arid in recent years, data shows

In the South, only 30% of the regular average was recorded so far this period.

 An illustrative image of rainfall as seen from the window of a vehicle.