Makhtesh Ramon
The biggest crater in the world!
About the Makhtesh Ramon:
Makhtesh Ramon is the largest crater in the world.
Makhtesh Ramon, in addition to its size, spectacular view and peace and quiet, offers plenty of trips and adventures.
There are many itineraries and also cool and experiential attractions.
About the Makhtesh Ramon route – the Great Makhtesh :
It is recommended to start the visit to the crater at the Ramon Visitor Center.
There we will watch an audiovisual show explaining how a crater was created. The roof of the center we will be able to view the spectacular view and get explanations about it.
Adjacent to the visitor center is a desert zoo that exhibits desert animals in areas that simulate their natural habitat.
You can find many types of reptiles there and also take a walk in the botanical garden and observe the variety of plants and rocks typical of the area.
The third point of interest in the Ramon Crater is the sawmill. A sandstone hill topped by symmetrical sandstone pillars created as a result of a rare geological phenomenon.
The Mansera must be reached by car from the visitors’ center – go down towards the crater at Ma’ale Atzmaut and turn right.
After 6 kilometers a short circular route will lead us to a path made of wood built around pillars and providing a comprehensive view of this rare phenomenon.
A further 6 km drive from the sawmill will bring us to the Barot parking lot (according to the signs).
The parking lot is arranged for overnight parking and contains all the necessary facilities and equipment, but even if you don’t intend to stop there for the night, you can leave the parking lot for easy and short excursions.
Two recommended routes are the Givat Harut route – a circular route of two and a half hours. It overlooks the black hill of Horat which looks like a small volcano.
Later, a footpath goes up the hill to its top for a beautiful view. where you can overlook the entire crater and the landscape around it.
Another route from the side of Saharonim and Paresh Nekorat. It is also circular and took about 3 hours and leads us along an ancient celestial path past rare natural phenomena.
Important to know about the Makhtesh Ramon trip:
To complete all the experiences offered by the Ramon Crater, we recommended dedicating a whole day to the place.
It is important to make sure before choosing the path suitable for families, or designed for durability.
We recommended visiting the place in spring, autumn and winter – on days when there is no rain and there is no danger of floods.
In the area there are routes suitable for cycling.
It is important to take care of protection from the sun and enough food and drink.
This was a post about Ramon Crater. More trips to the Dead Sea. Go to the following link: Trips to the Dead Sea
