For kids
An exotic-animal farm at Sde Bar, below the Herodium, with over 100 species (reptiles, mammals, birds), a petting corner and camel rides. It also runs a wildlife rehabilitation corner with the Nature and Parks Authority.
Details checked against Gush Etzion tourism site (etziontour.org.il) on 9 October 2026. Source (opens in a new tab)Hours and details change. Confirm with the place before you go.
Shlomo's Animals
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For kids · Elazar
A small family animal park in Elazar, about 10 minutes from Jerusalem by car, with hundreds of animals you can go in and handle, from parrots and alpacas to reptiles, plus a riding ring.
For kids · Kfar Etzion
A park in the forest next to Kfar Etzion with a petting zoo and a large activity area: climbing wall, bungee trampoline, archery, paintball, horse riding, jeeps and a 400 m zipline over a canyon. Barbecues are allowed.
For kids · Across the Gush
A working farm in the eucalyptus and pine forest outside Gvaot with workshops (cheese making, pita baking, traditional building, nature skills) and camping in teepees and big tents.
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