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The 9 Best Ramon Crater Tours in the Negev

9 tours  ·  from $115

Makhtesh Ramon is forty kilometres long, five hundred metres deep and formed by erosion rather than an impact. The 9 below go down into it by jeep or over the edge on a rope, priced, with the driving time from Mitzpe Ramon noted.

Rappelling Down the Ramon Crater Cliff - Your safety briefing before the edge
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Rappelling Down the Ramon Crater Cliff

1.Rappelling Down the Ramon Crater Cliff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $115Our pick

Step over the edge of Ramon Crater near Mitzpe Ramon and rappel down a sheer desert cliff with guide Boaz and his team. The two-hour private activity includes helmets, ropes, and safety gear. No previous experience is needed, and the site is within walking distance of town.

“Had the best time with my teenage kids and my niece and nephews. Boaz was patient and fun with the kids. He explained everything carefully and took all the necessary precautions.”

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Two hour guided jeep tour in to and around the Ramon crater - Starting at Mitzpe Ramon and descending into the makhtesh
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Two hour guided jeep tour in to and around the Ramon crater

2.Two hour guided jeep tour in to and around the Ramon crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews

Ride a private 4x4 with guides such as Boaz or Elon through Ramon Crater from Mitzpe Ramon. Expect dry riverbeds, geology, Neolithic remains, an Acacia-tree stop, and broad views from Mt Gvanim. Hotel pickup, bottled water, fees, and a return ride are included.

“Elon is a great guide and great vehicle to navigate the “machtosh”( crater) Great knowledge & Great views!”

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Ramon Crater Jeep Tour from Mitzpe Ramon - Wadi Zochalim and Wadi Gvanim
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Ramon Crater Jeep Tour from Mitzpe Ramon

3.Ramon Crater Jeep Tour from Mitzpe Ramon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews

Take a private two-hour 4x4 ride from Mitzpe Ramon into Ramon Crater with a Ministry of Tourism certified guide. Climb to Mt. Gvanim, cross rugged desert tracks, visit Wadi Zochalim, rest by Acacia trees, stop at Beerot campground, and see a restored quarry. Eyal or Noram may lead the tour, in Hebrew or English.

“We had a fantastic tour with Noram and enjoyed every minute. He was a wonderful driver and very informative.”

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Get To Know the Ramon Crater tour

4.Get To Know the Ramon Crater tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $150

Spend about two hours exploring Ramon Crater with a private guide from Desert-Prime. You’ll visit colorful dry riverbeds, panoramic viewpoints, and geological sites while learning how the crater formed. Guide Boaz is noted for his enthusiasm and clear explanations. Pickup and drop-off in Mitzpe Ramon are included.

“Boaz was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The tour of the crater wad great, and very worthwhile.”

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In Depth Introduction of the Ramon Crater - What the four-hour route includes
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In Depth Introduction of the Ramon Crater

5.In Depth Introduction of the Ramon Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $225

Join guide Boaz and Desert-Prime for a private four-hour 4x4 tour from Mitzpe Ramon into the Ramon Crater. You’ll see the dry riverbed, Gvanim Mountain, exposed rock layers, plants, wildlife, and water bodies while learning how the world’s largest makhtesh formed. Hotel pickup, snacks, and coffee or tea are included.

“The driver was very kind. Even though it was a holiday weekend, the tour started on time. He also gave a very easy-to-understand guide to us Japanese people, and went at just the right pace. It was a really great time. I'm really grateful to the driver...”

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Stargazing Mitzpe Ramon - Telescopes that add more than a quick look
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Stargazing Mitzpe Ramon

6.Stargazing Mitzpe Ramon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews

Meet your guide at Makhtesh Ramon for a private 1 hour 45 minute astronomy session in a remote desert setting. Lie on mats and mattresses, warm up with tea or coffee by the fire, and use advanced telescopes to view planets, the Moon, star clusters, nebulas, double stars, and galaxies. Guides may include Nadav, Moshe, or Uri.

“The staff was wonderfully responsive when planning and booking our trip. Our guide, Moshe, was exceedingly knowledgable, articulate and warm. The equipment was exceptionally impressive, and the entire experience was one we will not forget!”

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The Ramon Crater and rappelling package tour - an exciting combo tour. - Rappelling near the Mitzpe Ramon Visitors Center
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The Ramon Crater and rappelling package tour – an exciting combo tour.

7.The Ramon Crater and rappelling package tour – an exciting combo tour.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Adam Sela’s private Ramon Crater package pairs a guided 4X4 drive with rappelling beside the Mitzpe Ramon Visitors Center. You’ll descend into Wadi Ramon, stop at an ancient Acacia tree or Neolithic site, reach Mount Gvanim for broad crater views, and rappel at a pace suited to your group. Pickup is offered, and up to six people can share the booking.

“My husband and I wanted to show our kids something different about Israel. This experience is it!!! We were blown away by this experience. The guides are some of the best I have had. Our family trip included my parents and my sister, all of us Read more”

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Sunset time Ramon Crater Jeep tour, bonfire and stargazing - Crossing the crater by 4x4
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Sunset time Ramon Crater Jeep tour, bonfire and stargazing

8.Sunset time Ramon Crater Jeep tour, bonfire and stargazing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Join Eyal Korin for a private 4.5-hour Ramon Crater evening tour from Mitzpe Ramon. Ride off-road through the crater, watch sunset from Mount Gewanim, then enjoy coffee, tea, a bonfire, and guided stargazing with binoculars and a laser pointer.

“Eyal was great tour guide very knowledgeable and was very special experience when on the same tour we saw the Mitzpe Ramon crater during the daytime, sunset and in the dark doing stars gazing and bonfire. highly recommended.”

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GoKEDEM Private Negev & Ramon Crater Adventure From Tel Aviv With Bedouin Feast - Getting your bearings at Mitspe Ramon
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GoKEDEM Private Negev & Ramon Crater Adventure From Tel Aviv With Bedouin Feast

9.GoKEDEM Private Negev & Ramon Crater Adventure From Tel Aviv With Bedouin Feast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $739

Take a private 10-hour 4x4 journey from Tel Aviv into the Negev with a professional guide and up to five companions. Visit Ramon Crater, Avdat National Park, Mamshit, and the ancient Incense Route. Breakfast, lunch, hotel pickup, snacks, and admission fees are included. Camel rides and GoPro footage cost extra.

“The serenity of the Negev made us want to stay for longer than a day. And, we missed out on the Bedouin Feast.”

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