Mount Zefachot is not an easy ascent, nor is it a particularly beautiful climb. There are some tricky ups and a few cliffs but this hike is all about the payoff, and it's spectacular.
From the top of the mountain, you get a panoramic view of the entire Red Sea area. You can see four countries from this vantage point: Israel, of course, but also Jordan, Egypt, and the tip of Saudi Arabia. The sea remains a shimmering blue year round, and Eilat's mild winters make this a perfect hike to break the cold of Israel's more northern locales.
Once you've drunk in the view, there are several options for the descent depending on how much you want to walk. If you take the longest option (about four hours), you'll end up near Taba..
Location:Follow the road that leads to the Egyptian border at Taba, park slightly east of the Eilat Field School and start climbing.
The Negev Desert - Mount Zefachot
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