Kinneret

Into the sinkholes: How the Dead Sea’s collapse became a tourist draw

How one of the region’s worst environmental disasters has become a popular tourist excursion

Hikers trek past a cavernous sinkhole on the shores of the Dead Sea near Ein Gedi.
An aerial view of the Kinneret. To the casual observer, the lake, also known as the Sea of Galilee, appears to be a rare environmental success story in an era of climate uncertainty.

Israel’s freshwater balancing act: The Kinneret under strain

THE PRIVATE POOL at the Villa Paula suite.

Galei Kinneret: Redefining winter luxury at the Villa Paula

Gordonia Migdal Arbel Hotel Rendering.

NIS 120M and a view of the Sea of Galilee: Gordonia’s new hotel


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.

Between past, present, and future: The unique hotel reopens its doors

The David’s Harp Galilee Resort, designed and planned by Michael Azulay, is a unique and inspiring complex rooted in the land, resembling the harp of King David.

 David’s Harp Galilee Resort

Under rocket fire: The work on a promenade along the Jordan River is complete

An eastern Jordan Canal promenade path was recently paved in the Kinneret Drainage and Streams Authority's NIS 100 million project to restore and develop 12 kilometers along the Jordan River.

 The Jordan River near the Geshar HaHamisha in the Hula Valley, after rainy days. January 14, 2023.

10-year-old in critical condition due to brain-eating amoeba from water park

The ministry ordered the immediate closure of Hamat Gader park and called on all bathers who feel unwell to immediately go to the emergency room.

 Naegleria fowleri, also known as the "brain-eating" amoeba

Forget everything about Kinneret: Experience Bora Bora beach

Escape routine to Bora Bora beach on the Sea of Galilee for a day of relaxation and family fun. An oasis of calm and magic awaits you.


Kinneret beaches to open Tuesday with notably high water level

A full Kinneret is preferable to a dry Kinneret— when the water reaches the lower ‘red line,’ at -213m.

 The Kinneret

The level is rising: this is the new hotel that will open in Kinneret

"Nevel David" chain to open "Naval David Galil Resort" in April with NIS 300 million investment, featuring 276 rooms, 18 suites, spa, pool overlooking Sea of Galilee.

 Nevel David Galil Resort

Three men rescued from Kinneret by helicopter - video

Three men who were stranded on a jet ski in the Kinneret for several hours were rescued by a helicopter thanks to a joint effort of Israel Police and Magen David Adom.

 A helicopter hovers over the sea at night (Illustrative).

The Kinneret’s Magdala – a unique hotel experience

Privately owned, this hotel was first designed mostly to host Christian pilgrims, but when it was reopened after the COVID-19 closures.

 THERE ARE many good reasons to stay at Magdala, including the archaeological park, weekend concerts, and the hotel’s proximity to the beaches of Lake Kinneret.