Israel National Trail

The Israel National Trail [INT] is one of the most exciting hikes in the world, expanding over 1,100 kilometres from the north to the south of Israel. You can hike its entire length, or just selected sections of your choice and you can hike it in winter too. You will experience a great desert hike in the Negev and Judean deserts and the Dead sea, the lowest point on earth. It is the ultimate desert hiking experience, and you can do it easily with the guide that simply has all you need. This full and comprehensive guide includes 62 topographical maps (1:50,000) and 8 road maps (1:250,000). It is an ultralight guide, that weighs only 300 grams. The guide offers a full description of the hike in both northbound and southbound directions together with the hiking profile - distance and height above or below sea level. You will find in the guide fascinating information about geology, history, unique botanical information and interesting short side trips. The maps along with day-by-day trail descriptions and tips make this guide your one-stop shop and all you need to hike the Israel National Trail. The guide is suitable for experienced hikers as well as families and individuals looking to explore Israel in a whole new and exciting way. The guide has links to important information available as free downloads including the full preface to the guide, contact information of people in the desert who will cache water for you, a list of trail angels, list of grocery stores along the INT, transportation from the airport to the trailhead in Dan or in Eilat and much more. There is a QR code for trail changes, plus links to recommended INT alternate routes, and the best day-hikes in Israel. The new section from Arad to Masada and the Dead sea is included.