Ein Gedi nature hike

with David Hyman, Israeli professional tour guide. Ein Gedi is Probably our number 1 nature hike in Israel we keep returning year by year and never get tired of this absolutely stunning nature reserve. Ein Gedi is the perfect site if you love walking in nature, wildlife, water pools, biblical history, desert views, and a bit of a challenge.
Ein Gedi is in the Judean desert about one hour drive from Jerusalem, at an elevation of 400 meters below sea level, so expect warm weather and lots of sunshine. That is why we always try to visit in the winter season when it's cooler. During the cooler months, one can climb to the higher levels of the park and visit Dodim cave and the Chalcolithic temple. If you arrive early in the morning you have a better chance to see the local wild goats - the Nubian Ibex walking freely on the steep cliffs. Ein Gedi's biggest attraction is the freshwater streams flowing down the wadi, creating cool pools, waterfalls, and relaxing resting spots.
make sure to read the powerful biblical story (1 Samuel: 24) about young David hiding in the cave of Ein Gedi from King Saul. It always amazes me how the biblical description of Ein Gedi hasn't changed since this event took place 3 thousand years ago. The desert, the cliffs, the wild goats, the cave, and even the exact name of the oasis that hasn't changed !!
Thanks Shiri for joining me on this tour, and for your support. Love you
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My website - davidhymanisra...
Recorded by David Hyman with GoPro Hero 7 black
Edited by David Hyman with Apple Ipad Mini
Music tracks for this video:
Orient by SefChol
Family Album by Magic in the Other
Sweet Release by Dan Lebowitz

[@Taroudanttours]

Nice country

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much 😎

[@cross_1_2_3]

Amazing. There's history everywhere!

[@BrendaVirtue]

Thanks so much for the tour. I was there in 2007, but only made it to the ridge to see David’s Waterfall, & did not even know about the rest of it to the cave! It’s my favorite place on the planet!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching, glad that you enjoyed. Take care.

[@debbiedeluca8598]

Incredible tour of an absolutely beautiful location ~ ~ how wonderful to see the undisturbed location of Ein Gedi, remembering the scripture event of David hiding from the jealous King Saul in the caves. You have helped to bring the many Bible locations to life! Many thanks to you both for bringing "Wonderful Israel" into our home! Shalom! Shalom!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi Debbie, thanks so much for watching and for your comments, very much appreciated. Take care and have a great weekend. DH

[@vjones6500]

I watched this video again! Thank you! I haven't seen any videos that you made lately. I hope you are still making them!

[@josefinadomingo3126]

Beautiful We went to Masada but I hope to come again in Israel ti see Ein Gedi God willing

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Ein Gedi is beautiful, Thanks for watching

[@profevaedu548]

It is great to see Ein Gedi . Thanks a lot David. God bless you

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching and for your comments 👌

[@Israel123]

Another great video, thank you

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching and for your kind comments 🙂

[@roamingalone5226]

Awesome trail walk. David you should set up a link to let your viewers buy you a coffee or two. I would love to do that for you as a gesture of gratitude for your great work in this channel.

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Hi, I am just happy that you and others are watching and enjoying. That is my reward.

[@szymonrakowski]

☻Great place, wonderful series☻

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks, much appreciated 👍

[@AnshumaanGoel]

Cheers David & Shiri, I love Israel. Can't wait to visit here. Just Subscribed your awesome channel!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much for watching and for your comments. I have also subscribed to your excellent channel. Your content about India is amazing. So great meeting new friends. Take care, my friend.

[@AnshumaanGoel]

@@IsraelwithDavidHyman Thank you so much David for subscribing my channel. I hope you learn about India and travel here in future. Cheers my friend!

[@Gospel_Street_Preacher]

My ALPS Mountaineering tent is called the Ibex 2

[@carllaney7897]

It was great to see the upper areas of Engedi. I’ll have to do that hike sometime (in the winter!). Thank you!

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Now is a great time to visit

[@christiand4188]

Nice

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks for watching

[@glenncalifa8768]

Cheers David & Shiri, another cracking video 👍🏻🇮🇱

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thank you for your kind words and for watching. Take care 🙂

[@cecelien.]

🤩🤩🤩

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Thanks so much 😎 take care

[@Gospel_Street_Preacher]

En Gedi was one of king David's haunts when he was on the run from king Saul

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Correct, you should visit us, looks like you did your research, you will really enjoy Israel.

[@spindoggytheexplorer2915]

Hi David, I’m planning a trip to Israel and intend to visit the Dead Sea region, is it possible for two relatively fit and healthy young individuals to hike up Masada Snake path, take the rail car down, visit Ein Gedi, hike around for a few hours then have time to visit the Dead Sea for a couple hours?

[@IsraelwithDavidHyman]

Yes, it's possible. Start early. Masada snake path opens an hour before sunrise .