Ma’arat Nikavot

Activities included

rappel
Rappelling in Israel
caving
Caving in Israel
ages: 10-120
Level: Beginner, No experience required
season: Perfect all year round!
Location: Ma’arat Nikavot
estimated time: 3-5 Hrs

Ma’arat Nikavot

The most magnificent and beautiful of many thousands of man-made tunnels and caves in the land of Israel, Ma’arat Nikavot were dug by the Jews led by Simon Bar Kochba during the battle against the Romans in the years 132-135 C.E. The tunnels, which date back to 123 C.E. were the first case of organized guerrilla warfare and terror tunnels in the Land of Israel.

We will begin with a short hike with a breathtaking view of Emek Ayeilah. Along the way, we will pass many holes in the ground which are part of the thousands of subterranean passages and caves in the area.  Your guide will take you to your hole in the ground, and prepare the ropes to help you descend into the hole.  This is a very dramatic and awesome entrance.

Nikavot Cave with Israel Extreme

After the first foot and a half of the narrow opening, you will enter into a huge bell-shaped hall. We will then traverse the many maze-like tunnels, bell-shaped halls (many of which have an opening at the ground level that allows sunlight to pour into the dark cave), and subterranean passages. We will see and pass many hidden shafts and booby traps designed specifically for ensnaring and killing the Roman forces.

Nikavot Cave with Israel Extreme

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Once you have booked your tour with us, we will send you a confirmation and supply list email.It will have everything you should bring with you and it also has a link for driving directions to the site
Hiking boots are recommended but if you don’t have any then closed sturdy sneakers will work.
No, you do not need to have experience with caving or the rappelling.

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