Eilat is Israel's southernmost city, with a population of 56,004, a busy port and popular resort at the northern tip of the Red Sea, on what is known in Israel as the Gulf of Eilat and in Jordan as the Gulf of Aqaba. Eilat, Israel is a cruise port in Israel.
Eilat, Israel Cruise Port Guide
Middle East · Israel
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Israel's southernmost city, a Red Sea resort destination known for diving, beaches, and desert landscapes.
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Weather & best season
Desert climate with hot summers and mild winters Average temperature: 22°C (72°F).
Best season: March, April, May, September, October, November
Port information
- Timezone
- IST (UTC+2) / IDT (UTC+3)
- Language
- Hebrew, Arabic
- Currency
- Israeli Shekel (ILS)
Overview
Things to do
Eilat is Israel's southernmost city, with a population of 56,004, a busy port and popular resort at the northern tip of the. Eilat, Israel is a cruise port in Israel. Eilat, Israel is listed in the SeaDays ports directory for cruise itinerary planning in Israel. For a shore day in Eilat, choose one main activity first, then keep time for meals, walking, and the return to the pier.
- Check whether your line offers shuttle pricing before you commit to taxis at Eilat.
- Confirm your assigned pier and all-aboard time before leaving the ship at Eilat.
- Start with one anchor sight, then leave room for spontaneity around Eilat.
- Screenshot ship departure time and pier map before you lose signal.
- Pair a light breakfast on the ship with a local lunch ashore to maximize exploration time.
Climate
Desert climate with hot summers and mild winters
- Climate type
- Desert
- Average temperature
- 22°C (72°F)
- Humidity
- Low
- Best months
- March, April, May, September, October, November
- Rainy season
- Minimal rainfall
Politics & entry requirements
- Government
- Parliamentary republic
- Stability
- Stable (security situation varies)
- Visa requirements
- Visa-free for US, EU, UK, and many others (90 days). Some Arab countries restricted.
- Entry requirements
- Valid passport required. Security screening at entry. Some passport stamps may affect future travel.
Size & capacity
- Terminals
- 1
- Berths
- 2
Traveler questions
What are the entry or visa requirements for Eilat?
Visa-free for US, EU, UK, and many others (90 days). Some Arab countries restricted. Valid passport required. Security screening at entry. Some passport stamps may affect future travel.
When is the best time to visit Eilat on a cruise?
Best months: March, April, May, September, October, November. Desert climate with hot summers and mild winters
Reviews
Public community reviews for Eilat live in the SeaDays app.
Cruise relevance
Eilat matters to cruise planning because port time, transport distance, and all-aboard timing shape how much of the destination you can realistically enjoy. Embarkation from Eilat can simplify flight planning when airports and hotels align; compare total trip cost versus other homeports.
Best time to visit
March, April, May, September, October, November
Tips for travelers
Before leaving the ship in Eilat, save the pier location, ship time, and any shuttle details offline. Hydrate and pace walking in heat; schedule meals so you are not rushing back from distant districts.
Related ports
Ships to explore
- A-ROSA Flora (A-ROSA Cruises)
- A-ROSA Sena (A-ROSA Cruises)
- Adventure of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)
- AIDAbella (AIDA Cruises)
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