Diving in Israel

Eilat

Eilat offers straightforward Red Sea diving, mostly from shore, making it incredibly accessible. We love the convenience of just walking in and finding yourself on a decent reef without a boat trip. Visibility is generally excellent, often 25 metres plus, especially outside of the summer months when things get a bit warmer and the plankton blooms. The Satil wreck is our favourite, a former missile boat resting at about 25 metres. It’s got a great penetration opportunity through the wheelhouse if you’re comfortable, and we’ve seen Bullet Mackerel schooling around the bow, flashing silver in the sun. For something shallower, the Japanese Gardens are a good shout, especially the southern end. You’ll find big Staghorn coral formations there, and we often spot Mimic Blennies darting amongst the polyps. Early morning dives here are usually the calmest and least crowded. Yes, it’s a resort town, and the sites can get busy, but there’s still plenty to explore, especially if you venture a little further out from the main entry points.