1-Day Mitzpe Ramon Geological Tour with Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Centre

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Marvel at Makhtesh Ramon, the world's largest erosion cirque
• 02 Visit the Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Centre
• 03 Learn the story of Israeli astronaut Col. Ilan Ramon
• 04 Discover Mitzpe Ramon in the Negev desert at 860 metres above sea level

Explore Mitzpe Ramon, a local council in the Negev desert of Israel, sitting at an elevation of 860 metres and overlooking one of the world's geological wonders, Makhtesh Ramon. Visit the Makhtesh Ramon Visitors Centre to become familiar with this remarkable erosion crater and learn the story of the Israeli astronaut, Col. Ilan Ramon.

Drive to Mitzpe Ramon to marvel at the geological wonder of Makhtesh Ramon and learn about its history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Mitzpe Ramon

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Makhtesh Ramon and Mitzpe Ramon Discovery

• Meet your guide at a pre-decided location to start the tour.
• Drive to Mitzpe Ramon to marvel at the geological wonder of Makhtesh Ramon and learn about its history.
• Return to your accommodation.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guide
• Car

What's Not Included

• Tickets for the site

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mitzpe Ramon, Israel

Tour start

Mitzpe Ramon, Israel

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.