Nifgashim for Israel
A walking journey of memory, renewal and dialogue
An annual walk from Eilat to Sha'ar Yishuv, commemorating all who fell in Israel's wars and terror attacks. A genuine encounter with the land, its landscapes, the many shades of Israeli society — and ourselves.
An organized journey along the Israel National Trail: full logistics, lodging, guiding and dialogue circles. Join for a single day, a section, or the entire journey.
A Journey of Healing, Hope and Comfort
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From Achziv Beach to Ginosar Beach, through Nahal Kziv, Mount Meron and Nahal Amud.
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A journey of remembrance, renewal and dialogue
An annual walking journey from Eilat to She’ar Yashuv, honoring Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror while creating a genuine encounter with the land, its people and ourselves.
The journey reflects Avi Afner’s spirit: love of the land, study and inquiry, connection across religious and secular communities, and a longing for peace. AVI also means “Together is Possible.”
The first family journey took place in 2002, and Nifgashim on the Israel Trail began in 2006. Since then, tens of thousands have walked together in remembrance, respectful dialogue and hope.
Everything to know before you go
Practical information for a safe, comfortable walk
Daily hours
Walking usually begins at 7:00 AM and ends between 5:00 and 6:00 PM. Fridays end earlier; there is no walking on Shabbat or holidays.
Transport
Arrive by private car and park near the starting point. Drivers are shuttled back to their cars at the end of the day.
Essential day gear
Hiking shoes, hat, 3 liters of water, food and reusable utensils. Overnight hikers also need a tent, sleeping bag, mat, warm clothing and headlamp.
Food and lodging
Bring your own food for a single day. Multi-day hikers may join shared shopping and meals; lodging is arranged at campsites or host communities.
Families and children
The pace and content are designed for adults. Children may join under parental responsibility when the day’s difficulty is suitable.
What the team provides
Journey leaders, nature and content guides, medical and security support, rescue vehicle, water, heavy-gear transport, lodging coordination and shared kitchen equipment.
The journey map
Join for one day, a section, or the full journey
Upcoming trek days
Journey days will be updated soon
The foundations of the journey
Memory & Commemoration
Each day is dedicated to those who fell, and the morning ceremony introduces those in whose memory we walk.
Dialogue & Encounter
A space for real conversation between people who would never meet in daily life — we can disagree and still walk together.
Renewal
Questions of values, responsibility and meaning — above all, how we build a society of shared life.