Eilat with family — it's a completely different experience. Clean sea, accessible beach, attractions for all ages, and sunshine almost all year round. With proper planning, this is the vacation the kids will be talking about a year later.
Why is Eilat Perfect for Families?
- Calm and safe sea: Red Sea with no waves (not the Mediterranean!) — ideal for small children
- Warm water: 20-28°C all year round — you can even swim in January
- Free beach: North Beach — free, close to parking, restrooms, and showers
- Diverse attractions: Dolphin Reef, Underwater Observatory, Ice Mall, Timna Park
Planning by Children's Age
Babies and Toddlers (0-3)
Beach: North Beach early morning (7:30-10:00) — before the strong sun Accommodation: Apartment with a kitchen and preferably a pool — comfortable nap time at the property Important: SPF 50+ for babies, sun tent, beach stroller with wide wheels
Young Children (4-8)
Dolphin Reef: The highlight — swimming with dolphins (from 55 ₪ per child) Underwater Observatory: See fish without getting wet (from 119 ₪ per child) Beach: Hours in the sea — mask and snorkel (children aged 6+) Evening: Sunset cruise on the Red Sea — from 120 ₪ per person
Older Children and Teenagers (9-17)
Snorkeling / Introductory Dive: Ages 9+ can do it (from 210 ₪) Jeeps / ATVs: 14+ — desert trip + sunset Ice Mall: For a little cooling off on hot afternoons Rappelling / Zip-lining: Mild adrenaline, suitable for ages 10+
5 Days — Sample Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival + Beach
- Arrival + check-in to property
- 16:00: North Beach — two hours at sea
- 19:30: Dinner out
Day 2 — Dolphin Reef
- 9:00: Dolphin Reef — half day (opens 9:00, closed Sundays outside holidays)
- 13:00: Lunch at the property (saving from 150 ₪)
- 16:00: Snorkeling at Coral Beach Nature Reserve (40 ₪ adult, 25 ₪ child)
- Evening: BBQ at the property
Day 3 — Observatory + Mall
- 9:30: Underwater Observatory (129/from 119 ₪)
- 12:00: Ice Mall — cooling off + fast food
- 15:00: Rest + pool at the property
- 19:00: Sunset cruise
Day 4 — Timna Park (25 km North)
- 8:00: Depart for Timna — opens 8:00 (from 49 ₪/adult, from 39 ₪/child)
- Rock paintings + "Timna Mushroom" + stream
- 14:00: Return to Eilat, pool at the property
- Evening: Eilat Port — dinner + stroll
Day 5 — Shopping + Departure
- 9:00: Big Mall — shopping and wrap-up
- 11:00: Last beach visit → departure
Realistic Costs — By Budget
Low Budget — 4 people, 5 nights
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Accommodation (2-room apartment, from 700 ₪/night × 5) | From 3,500 ₪ |
| Food (BBQ + meals at property × 3, restaurant × 2) | 1,800 ₪ |
| Dolphin Reef + Observatory + Reserve (4 people) | From 884 ₪ |
| Timna (4 people) | From 176 ₪ |
| Cruise + Snorkeling | From 600 ₪ |
| Total | ~From 6,950 ₪ |
Medium Budget — 4 people, 5 nights
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Accommodation (villa with pool, from 1,200 ₪/night × 5) | From 6,000 ₪ |
| Food (restaurants × 3, home-cooked × 2) | 2,500 ₪ |
| Full attractions | From 2,000 ₪ |
| Total | ~From 10,500 ₪ |
12 Tips for Saving on a Family Vacation
- Visit in January-February — 30-40% cheaper than summer, 20°C in the sea
- Book a property with a kitchen — homemade breakfast = from 150 ₪ daily savings
- Snorkel for every child — from 120 ₪ → worthwhile after the second day at sea
- Dolphin Reef — arrive at opening (9:00) before the crowds
- North Beach before 9:00 — most comfortable, most quiet
- Buy sunscreen in Eilat — no VAT, cheaper
- Timna early morning — before the heat
- Livo local benefits — discounts at local businesses for Livo guests
- Food at Big Mall — convenient, with free parking
- Water games at the property — cushions, water guns = hours of free fun
- Evening at the Port — free stroll, atmosphere, kids love it
- Ice cream at the Port — minimal cost, maximum joy
Find the perfect family property in Eilat with a kitchen, pool, and space for the whole family.
FAQ
How much does a family vacation in Eilat cost for 4 people for 5 nights?
A family vacation for 4 (2 adults + 2 children) for 5 nights: low budget from 6,000 ₪, medium from 10,000 ₪, high from 18,000 ₪. Most significant: accommodation and attractions.
What is the best age to bring children to Eilat?
Any age is suitable! Ages 4-12 are most ideal — children enjoy the sea, Dolphin Reef, the Underwater Observatory. Ages 2-4: free beach + pool at the property. Teenagers: rappelling, jeeps.
What are the 3 best attractions for children in Eilat?
1. Dolphin Reef (from 74 ₪ adult, from 55 ₪ child) — swim with dolphins 2. Underwater Observatory (from 129 ₪ adult, from 119 ₪ child) — sea without getting wet 3. North Beach — free beach, calm water, accessible for toddlers.
What is the most recommended accommodation for a family vacation in Eilat?
A private villa with a pool — space for children, a kitchen for saving on meals, a private pool where children swim for hours. For a medium budget: a 2-room vacation apartment with a kitchen.
Is it worth traveling to Eilat with babies?
Yes, but with preparation. Baby up to 2 years old: free beach early morning (before the strong sun), pool at the property. Bring: beach tent/umbrella, SPF 50+ for babies, stroller with wide wheels for the beach.
עודכן לאחרונה: October 1, 2026