Hula Valley Bird Festival 2026

Experience the Spectacular Hula Valley!

Event Details

Date: November 15-19, 2026
Location: Hula Valley, Israel


Full meeting-point details and guide contact info will be sent after registration.

November is a truly extraordinary month in Israel. As autumn peaks, massive waves of migrating birds take to the skies — with Common Cranes, pelicans, birds of prey, and passerines arriving en masse in the Northern Valleys. The combination of staggering wildlife diversity, crisp autumn weather, and stunning valley scenery makes this an unbeatable seasonal spectacle.

Hosted by Birdlife Israel, this premier festival brings together birders and nature enthusiasts from around the globe for an unforgettable week in one of the world’s most crucial migration flyways.

What’s Included:


5 days of premium birding:
Explore the diverse ecosystems of the Hula Valley, Mt. Hermon, the Golan Heights, Beit Shean, and the Mediterranean Coast.

Expert guiding: Learn from Israel’s top naturalists and ornithologists from SPNI and Birdlife Israel.

World-class accommodations: Enjoy a comfortable, half-board stay (breakfast and dinner included) at the beautiful Pastoral Hotel in Kfar Blum.

Hassle-free travel: Round-trip bus transportation departing from both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.

Evening programs: Connect with fellow travelers over engaging evening lectures and social activities.

Unrivaled wildlife viewings: Experience one of the planet’s greatest wildlife spectacles as millions of migrating birds descend on the valley.

For more information and registration details: https://eventbuzz.co.il/hulafestival2026

Cost: 
SPNI Member Rates:
Double Room: 7,203 NIS per person
Single Room: 8,744 NIS per person

Non-Member Rates:
Double Room: 7,622 NIS per person
Single Room: 9,163 NIS per person

Contact Info:
📞 Phone: 0523-869488 
📧 Email: alenk@spni.org.il

Unlock a whole new appreciation for nature

Experience the quiet beauty of the early morning outdoors