Located at the southernmost tip of the country, Eilat is primarily a resort town offering excellent snorkelling, diving, kitesurfing and swimming opportunities in its turquoise-tinted waters.

For those who prefer to view marine life without getting wet, there is an underwater observatory where you can catch a fascinating glimpse of life above and below the water.

Eilat offers plenty of other attractions to keep you busy, including an aquarium, a theme park, tax-free shopping and an array of outdoor activities which showcase the breathtaking local desert scenery.