ATV engines and border panoramas in one day. This GoKEDEM tour strings together Golan Heights viewpoints, Eli Cohen Park, and Sea of Galilee passes with a real guided rhythm, not a rushed hit-and-run. I like the mix of motion and pacing, especially riding a 4×4 ATV while still getting structured time at places like Oz 77 Memorial. One drawback to consider is the long day, roughly 12 hours, so you should come ready for early starts and plenty of time on the move.

If you want a friendly, organized guide, this is a strong bet. The most enthusiastic review I saw praised Kodi for being very kind, highly professional, and confident with the subject matter, which matters when the day includes several different sites and transitions. With hotel pickup and drop-off, plus multiple meals, the logistics feel smoother than many self-guided days in the north.

Key points to know before you ride

• Your own 4×4 ATV time with a guided route across the Golan terrain
• Scenic stops that build from high lookouts to nature reserves and fortifications
• Three meals included, including a light breakfast and a late lunch, plus snacks on board
• Wine tasting plus a Druze culinary experience as the food payoff of the day
• Most entrance fees covered at the listed stops, with at least one major stop marked free
• Minimum age 6 and the tour is described as generally suitable for most travelers

A Golan day that mixes motion, viewpoints, and food

This tour is built like a full adventure loop, not a single-theme outing. You start early in Tel Aviv, get fed before you head north, then spend the day bouncing between overlooks, heritage stops, nature areas, and two separate food experiences, one tied to wine and one closer to Druze cuisine.

That combination is the value. A lot of “adventure” days in the region can feel like pure adrenaline with very little context. Here, you still get guided time at multiple named sites, including Oz 77 Memorial, plus structured nature reserve walks.

The biggest practical decision is whether you enjoy long days and active touring. If you’re the type who likes to see a lot and can handle early mornings, this fits well. If you want a relaxed pace with minimal travel time, you may feel rushed.

Price and what you really get for $539

At $539 per person, this is not a bargain-basement activity. But when you look at what’s bundled, the price starts to make sense.

You’re paying for:

• a professional guide
• ATV touring on a guided route with your own four-wheeler
• hotel pickup and drop-off
• a luxurious 4X4 SUV (useful for moving between stops and supporting the group)
• morning tea and coffee
• a light breakfast with smoked cheese, eggs, and fresh local bread
• a late lunch with beef or veggie sandwiches and a variety of salads
• free health snacks on board
• guided visits and admission tickets included for multiple stops
• a guided winery stop with wine tasting
• a Druze culinary experience to close the day

In plain terms, you’re buying an all-in day that covers transport, guide time, multiple entrance fees, and real meals. If you planned to do this yourself, you’d still need a guide for some of the nature and historic spots, and you’d likely spend extra on separate transport and food stops. That’s where the value sits.

Getting moving: Tel Aviv pickup, the early start, and breakfast fuel

The day begins at 7:00 am. The key thing for your planning is that this is a true full-day commitment, about 12 hours total. If you’re staying in Tel Aviv, you should expect the pickup to be part of that early start. There’s also a mobile ticket, which can save you time once you’re up and ready.

Before the ride and hiking portions, you’ll have morning tea and coffee, then a light breakfast featuring smoked cheese, eggs, and fresh local bread. That matters because once you’re in the north, you’ll be moving between stops and viewpoints. You’ll want energy that won’t disappear in an hour.

Practical tip: wear something you can ride and walk in comfortably. Even if you’re not doing heavy hiking, the day includes nature reserve time and fortress viewing, which usually means some standing and uneven ground.

Golan Heights first: Eli Cohen Park, trails, and Sea of Galilee passes

Your main early block is Golan Heights. This is where the tour flexes its “see a lot” energy, with the most wanted Golan sights, Eli Cohen Park, and a route that includes a passing view of the Sea of Galilee.

What I like about this setup is the way it gives you orientation fast. You’re not only driving to one overlook. You’re building a sense of how the land changes as you go. That helps the later memorial and fortress stops feel more connected, because you understand the terrain you’re standing on.

There’s also a nice balance here: ATV time is paired with guided sightseeing structure. That’s ideal if you want the freedom of riding but you still appreciate a guide who can explain what you’re seeing instead of you guessing.

One consideration: you might feel “tour bus time” between active moments. The route includes multiple stops, and you will spend time transferring. If you’re sensitive to long transitions, plan to keep snacks and hydration in mind. Health snacks are provided on board, but you can still bring a bit of your own if you like.

Mount Bental: the 360 panoramic lookout and border triangle view

Next comes Mount Bental, described as a 360 panoramic lookout and a chance to see the triangle border area. This is a classic “stop-and-look” moment, and that’s exactly why it works in a day like this.

After ATV riding and trail movement, a high viewpoint gives your body a brief reset. It also helps you connect what you rode through with the wider geopolitical landscape you’re looking at. For many visitors, this is where the Golan stops being a “place you’re visiting” and becomes a “place you understand.”

Practical advice: bring sun protection and consider sunglasses even if it looks cloudy. High lookouts tend to have bright light, and you’ll want comfortable eyes for viewing.

Susita (Hippos) Nature Reserve: a guided look at a Hellenistic city

Then you shift from lookouts to a nature reserve and national park stop at Susita (Hippos). The tour includes a guided visit to the Hellenistic city.

This is a good mid-day change of pace. Instead of another wide view, you get a structured walk and interpretation around an ancient site, which adds cultural grounding to the adventure day. It also breaks up the ride-heavy feeling of the tour so far.

Why this stop is valuable: it adds context. The Golan is not only about modern borders and memorials. It also holds layers of older civilizations, and guided time can help you notice details you might otherwise miss.

Possible drawback: nature reserve walks can vary in comfort depending on ground conditions. If you have knee or ankle issues, wear shoes with good grip and give yourself a slower pace. You can still enjoy the experience without rushing.

Gamla Nature Reserve: guided time at another nature site

After Susita, the itinerary includes Gamla Nature Reserve for a guided tour. This is shorter than some of the other stops, about 1 hour, which helps keep the day moving without turning into a full hike.

The best way to enjoy Gamla in a day like this is to treat it as a focused snapshot. You’re not trying to see every trail. You’re getting guided interpretation and the sense of why this area is special.

Practical note: since the tour is already active and long, use your time here to rest your mind as well as your body. Look slowly, take breaks when the guide pauses, and you’ll come away with a clearer overall picture of the region.

Golan Heights Winery: guided tour and wine tasting

Next is the Golan Heights Winery stop, with a guided tour and wine tasting for about 1 hour. After the earlier nature and fortification stops, this is your “slow down and taste” interlude.

Even if you don’t consider yourself a wine person, the value here is that you get a guided look at how the region produces wine, followed by tasting time that feels tied to the landscape you’ve been riding through.

This is also where the day becomes more social. Taste sessions make it easier to compare impressions with your guide and group, and it can feel like a payoff after the physical parts of the tour.

If you’re driving later, follow local guidance on alcohol. The tour ends far from Tel Aviv timing-wise, so it’s still smart to be mindful with tasting amounts, even though transport is part of the tour.

Oz 77 Memorial and the Yom Kippur War battle story

One of the tour’s key featured highlights is Oz 77 Memorial, with a guided battle story and viewpoints down into the arena tied to the Yom Kippur War. This is about 45 minutes, but emotionally and informationally it can be a heavy stop.

Why it matters: memorials in the Golan are not random roadside sights. They connect the scenery to the lived events of the region. A guided explanation helps you understand what you’re looking at, rather than treating it as just a dramatic overlook.

This is also a good time to pay attention to what your guide emphasizes. The difference between “I saw a monument” and “I understand why this location matters” often comes down to how the story is framed for you.

Practical consideration: memorial stops usually involve standing and looking from specific areas. Wear comfortable shoes and pace yourself if you feel tired.

Nimrod Fortress National Park: guided touring at a fortification

To round out the late day, the tour includes Nimrod Fortress National Park, with a guided tour of about 1 hour.

A fortress stop works especially well after Oz 77 because it gives you another layer of strategic thinking about the terrain. You’re seeing how geography and elevation have influenced where people built, fought, and controlled routes.

This is also a good final nature and heritage blend before the food finish. You’ll likely appreciate the variety: ATV motion earlier, nature in the middle, then history and memorial context close to the end.

Meals built into the rhythm, not as an afterthought

Food on this tour is not just “you’ll find something later.” You get multiple meals placed to support the day.

• Morning tea and coffee
• Light breakfast: smoked cheese, eggs, fresh local bread
• Late lunch: beef or veggie sandwiches with a variety of salads
• Snacks on board
• A Druze culinary experience to finish

That pattern is a big reason the day feels manageable. Early breakfast prevents you from starting the ride hungry. Lunch comes after several stops but before the final memorial and fortress stretch, so you’re not fading.

Vegetarian travelers should plan ahead. A vegetarian option is available if you advise at booking. If you have dietary needs beyond vegetarian, you should also flag them early so the team can plan appropriately.

The guide makes or breaks days like this

The tour is explicitly guided, and the reviews you can rely on highlight that the guide quality can be a major factor.

One review praised Kodi for being very kind, very professional, and for mastering the subject matter. That’s exactly what you want here. With multiple stops named and guided, you benefit from someone who can keep the day cohesive and explain the “why,” not just point at the “what.”

If you end up with Kodi or another equally confident guide, you’ll likely enjoy the day more because the transitions between places will feel logical.

Who this tour suits best

This is a great match if:

• you want a full-day program, not a half-day
• you’re comfortable riding a 4×4 ATV as part of a guided route
• you like scenery and history, side by side
• you want meals and transportation handled
• you enjoy wine tasting and food-focused local experiences, including Druze cuisine

It may be less ideal if:

• you prefer relaxed pacing and minimal travel time
• you have trouble with long days, early starts, or walking on variable ground
• you dislike structured stops and prefer fewer transitions

Should you book GoKEDEM ATV Action and Wine-Tasting from Tel Aviv?

If your goal is one standout day in the Golan that combines ATV adventure, scenic overlooks, guided context at memorial and fortification sites, and real included meals, I think it’s a strong yes.

You’re paying for a lot of “done for you” value: guide time, multiple entrance tickets at listed stops, hotel pickup and drop-off, and food that keeps you going. The only real reason to hesitate is the long day length and the fact that it’s an active touring style. If that sounds like your kind of travel, book it and plan to enjoy the ride, then stay present at the memorial and heritage stops, where the guided story actually changes how you see the landscape.

FAQ

What time does the GoKEDEM tour start?

The tour start time is 7:00 am.

How long is the tour?

The duration is approximately 12 hours.

Does the tour include hotel pickup and drop-off?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

What meals are included in the price?

The tour includes morning tea and coffee, a light breakfast (smoked cheese, eggs, and fresh local bread), a late lunch (beef or veggie sandwiches and a variety of salads), and free health snacks on board. A Druze culinary experience is also included.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes. A vegetarian option is available if you advise them at the time of booking.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes, the minimum age is 6 years.

Are entrance tickets included?

Admission tickets are included for several stops listed, including Mount Bental, Susita (Hippos), Gamla Nature Reserve, Golan Heights Winery, Oz 77 Memorial, and Nimrod Fortress National Park. The Golan Heights stop is marked as free.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. It is private, and only your group will participate.

Is GoPro video footage included?

No. GoPro video footage is not included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Free cancellation is offered. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience start time for a full refund.