Overview
At Alexander Stream Hof Bet Yanai National Park you can view shifting sand dunes, soft shell turtles (which can reach a size of 1.20 meters and 50 kg), an ancient ruin believed to be a customs station and the remnants of a quay built in 1938 (British Mandate Period) north of the beach.
There are beautiful wildflowers to see in the spring, plentiful plant life on both banks of the year-round stream, a Eucalyptus Grove to picnic in and swimming at the Bet Yanai beach in the summer.
Note:
- Admission to the Eucalyptus grove is free
- Admission to the beach is charged by the vehicle: Cars (24 NIS weekdays, 34 NIS holidays), Minibuses (80 NIS weekdays, 95 NIS holidays), Buses (158 NIS weekdays, 175 NIS holidays)
- It is advised to call ahead to confirm hours and prices.
To See and Do
- Hurvat Samra, ancient customs station for port near the stream
- Remnants of quay constructed during British Mandate period.
- Spring wild flowers: anemones, buttercups and tulips
- Sand dunes
Child Friendly
- Beach with lifeguard and showers during summer season
- Viewing soft shell turtles
- Eucalyptus grove with picnic area
Amenities
| Disabled Access | Currently working to make Yanai beach wheelchair accessible | |
| Eating | Picnic tables, restaurants, fires allowed in barrels provided. |
Don’t Miss
Viewing the soft-shell turtles