The Hefer Valley in central Israel combines agriculture, nature and tourism. One of its highlights is the bird-watching experience.
Israel lies at the heart of one of the world’s largest bird migration routes.
Twice a year, hundreds of millions of birds pass through the region on their way to and from their Eurasian breeding grounds.
The Hefer Valley – in Hebrew, Emek Hefer – includes the reservoir established by KKL-Jewish National Fund, which collects rainwater that benefits local farmers and attracts a variety of waterfowl and other birdlife.
The entire site is surrounded by the valley’s green fields and citrus groves.
Click below to watch this stunning pelican flight over the Hefer Valley, filmed by Eyal Asaf Photography.