Ish Tours Dead Sea jeep tours: what to book

By DeadSea.com Editorial

Last reviewed: September 2026

Ish Tours runs guided four-wheel-drive trips from Ein Tamar for individuals and groups. You can book a vehicle with a professional driver or ask about a guided self-drive format. Trips range from half-day outings to multi-day programs, so the right first question is which format fits your group.

Tour options at a glance

Routes, timing, vehicles, and availability are set for each booking. Confirm them directly before paying, especially if you want to drive.

Can you drive the jeep yourself?

Yes, Ish Tours offers a guided self-drive option, but the named driver must be older than 24 years and must have held a valid driving licence for more than three years. These are minimum operator rules, not a promise that every applicant will be accepted.

When requesting a self-drive trip, provide the driver’s age and licence history. Also ask which licence must be shown, whether another driver can be added, and what the current insurance and deposit conditions are. If the operator cannot approve the driver, book the professionally driven format.

What kinds of trips are available?

The operator offers desert jeep outings for private travelers and groups, with programs that can last from half a day to several days. Sunrise, sunset, night, photography, and navigation activities may be arranged depending on the date, group, and conditions.

Do not choose by the activity name alone. Ask what the exact route involves, how long you will be in the vehicle, how often the group stops, and whether any walking is included. A sunset drive and a multi-day navigation program require very different preparation.

Questions to settle before booking

Ask for one written summary that covers:

• Whether the trip is professionally driven or self-drive.
• The exact meeting point and finish point.
• Start time, expected duration, and route character.
• Passenger capacity and any child-restraint requirements.
• What the price includes, such as vehicle, fuel, guide, food, or equipment.
• Insurance, deposit, cancellation, and bad-weather terms.
• Clothing, water, and footwear recommendations.

Desert routes can change because of flooding, road damage, heat, or local restrictions. The operator’s same-day route decision should take priority over an old itinerary.

Who is this best for?

The professionally driven option is the simpler choice if nobody in the group meets the self-drive rules or wants responsibility for the vehicle. The self-drive format suits eligible drivers who want a more active outing and are comfortable following instructions in desert terrain.

Give the operator children’s ages, mobility needs, and any concern about rough driving before the route is chosen. Not every itinerary is suitable for every passenger.

The Dead Sea jeep tours guide explains how the main local formats differ, which helps if you have not decided between a driven and self-drive outing.

The Neot HaKikar and Sodom Square guide covers the villages and surrounding attractions, so you can build the jeep trip into a wider visit without rushing between stops.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ish Tours the same company previously called IYS Tours?

The business name is Ish Tours, an English rendering of the Hebrew name. Use Ish Tours when contacting or searching for the operator.

Can I drive the jeep?

Ask for the guided self-drive format. The driver must be over 24 and must have held a valid licence for more than three years, with final eligibility confirmed by the operator.

How long are the tours?

Programs range from half-day outings to multi-day trips. Confirm the exact duration and finish time for your booking.

Where do tours begin?

The operator is based at Farm 35 in Ein Tamar. The route and meeting point should be confirmed when you book.

Is advance booking necessary?

Yes. Vehicle format, route, driver eligibility, meeting details, and group requirements need to be arranged in advance.