Since the movie Jaws, the Sharks' reputation is deep underwater, but the Eilat Underwater Observatory wants to show the truth about them • Join the Virtual Tour

The Underwater Observatory in Eilat is one of Israel's leading and beloved attractions, with a transparent and underwater tunnel that crosses the large shark pool in the Middle East.

Tour of the Underwater Observatory in Eilat // Photo: Ran Shauli, Artium Levitt

Aviv Levi, the scientific director of the Eilat Observatory Park in Eilat, accompanied us on a special tour of the readers of "Israel Today" in the unique park, and tried to explain the truth about the sharks, which are also the sea sanitary and their role in it is critical and also not dangerous to humans. In addition, we joined Roy Drury - a diver and Artemia Manager at the Underwater Observatory, for the Sharks feeding hour.

The Underwater Observatory in Eilat includes the world's only underwater observatory, a huge visitor center featuring the largest shark pool in the Middle East, which traverses a transparent acrylic tunnel that simulates walking across the sea floor, with sharks circling above, dozens of aquariums with rare fish and marine life Finally, a depiction of life in the depths, which reveals underwater creatures that have never been seen before, and even in advance, there are guided experiential dives for the whole family, starting at the age of 8 and without prior diving experience.

The park is divided into indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for year-round visits, ensuring hours of entertainment for children and adults alike. The park is accessible and suitable for repeat visits - we recommend updating the website at the new attractions, which open there, and also purchase discounted admission tickets.