There are a restaurant, pub, photo center, and souvenir shop in the area as well. Eilat is also a jumping-off point for a unique diving safari experience to Sinai and Jordan, where travelers can be transported to their sandy desert camping spot on the back of a camel after their daily dives. There is also the option of taking a cruise from Eilat to Coral Island in Egypt, which includes time to dive, snorkel, swim, and even parasail. If you don't snorkel or dive, Eilat still offers a host of other aqua-adventures. The major tourist attraction in Eilat is the Coral World Underwater Observatory and Aquarium, where spectators can take a gander at sharks, giant turtles, and stingrays living 20 feet under the water's surface.
Visitors can also take advantage of miles of beaches, pedal boats, rowboats, kayaks, and motorboats.
There are also full-day and shorter yacht cruises that depart regularly from the Eilat marina. You don't need to be a water fanatic to enjoy the natural riches of Eilat. Or, visit the famous bird-watching sanctuary and park just north of the city located at King Solomon's Palace Hotel. Peak migration is in spring and fall. Flightless bird fans can visit Eilat's ostrich farm.