What should you bring with you on a trip to Israel?
Here's a packing list filled with great suggestions. A good hint: If you can't lift it yourself, then you've got too much stuff in your bag. Remember - it will only get heavier once you buy gifts!

What kind of weather should you expect?
Winter (Dec/Jan/Feb/early Mar):
Winter weather can fluctuate. Some winters are mild and sunny, some severe and overcast. Rain can be expected and rarely even snow. It will probably be in the 10º's or 16º's in most places, but in the five in Jerusalem and the Galilee hills and a little colder at night.

Summer (Jun/Jul/Aug/early Sep):
Temperatures will be in the high 20º's, 30º's. Tel Aviv, and Tiberias will be hot and humid ,Jerusalem is dryer and cooler, particularly at night. Masada and Eilat are extremely hot…but dry. There won't be a drop of rain!



WINTER CLOTHES

4 pants (for hiking, going out at night)
1 Sweatpants
1 Sweatshirt/ Sweater/ Fleece
2 Long-sleeve shirts
4 Short-sleeve shirts
1 Shorts
1 Bathing suit
2 Button-down shirts / Long skirts
1 Towel (for swimming outside of Hotels)
Undergarments
Socks
PJs/ Long Johns
Raincoat/ anorak/ poncho

Jacket (depending on the date and location of your trip, you might need to bring a heavy jacket. if you're going to Jerusalem during the dead of winter, you'll need a winter coat. Hopefully a rainproof one.)

Gloves - Gore Tex (or anything waterproof)

Hiking boots (or sturdy sneakers)
Sneakers or walking shoes (With traction for wet surfaces, and with straps or laces)

Some areas that the groups will be visiting request modest dress. We suggest that you bring a long skirt or pants that you can keep in your bag in order to respect the residents of those areas.
SUMMER CLOTHES

8 shorts
1 pair pants
1 Sweatpants
1 Sweatshirt/ Sweater/ Fleece- it can get chilly at night
2 Long-sleeve shirts
8 Short-sleeve shirts
1 Bathing suit
2 Button-down shirts / Long skirts
1 Towel (for swimming outside of Hotels)
Undergarments
Socks
PJs

Hiking boots (or sturdy sneakers)

Sneakers or walking shoes (With traction for wet surfaces, and with straps or laces)

Some areas that the groups will be visiting request modest dress. We suggest that you bring a long skirt or pants that you can keep in your bag in order to respect the residents of those areas.

What to bring on the Airplane
  • Passport
    (You can not come to Israel
    without a valid passport)
  • Calling Card
    		•
  • Deodorant
  • Change of clothes

  • Camera
    		•
  • Walkman
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
    		•
  • Magazine, books, etc...
  • Journal
  • Snacks


    • Toiletries
    Most European products are available in Israel, although at a substantially higher cost.
    Below is a list of items you should bring:
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Deodorant
  • Lip balm
  • Shaver
  • Aftershave
  • Band-Aids
  • Feminine Products
  • Sunscreen
  • Tylenol/
        Ibuprofen
  • Eyeglasses/contact lenses
  • Antibacterial hand lotion
  • Any prescription medicine


    • Other
    A few more suggestions that will make your trip to Israel more comfortable:
  • Batteries
  • Walkman
  • Journal
  • Tissue Packs
  • Sunglasses
  • Photocopy of your
        passport
  • Gum/ candy
  • Travel Alarm
  • Flashlight (mini)
  • Camera
  • Film (bring extra film,
        because it'smuch more
        expensive in Israel)
  • 2 Baseball caps/hats
        (this is a necessity,
        hats are important
        to prevent sunstroke)
  • Fanny pack
        or money belt
  • It is essential to
        leave a photocopy
        of your passport at
        home