Private Tour
Gaza Envelope (Otef)/Nova Festival Memorial Tour
Overview
Available languages
9 hours
Mobile ticket
Join Imagine Israel Tours for a guided journey through the Gaza Envelope (Otef Aza), Israel’s most emotionally powerful & historically significant region in the wake of the October 7 2023, attacks.
This tour is more than history - it’s memory, resilience & a call to never forget. Throughout the tour, you'll also hear personal stories of friends, colleagues & family members affected on this difficult day.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will stop at Kibbutz Yad Mordechai on the northern border with Gaza and learn about the history, geography and strategic importance of the area.
We will stop outside Moshav Nativ Ha’asara, the closest civilian community to Gaza & hear about the attack by terrorists on paragliders, that brought the war to this peaceful village.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch will be in Kibbutz Alumim communal dining hall. The cost is 79 shekel per person.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Israel/Gaza Border Communities Tour Post Oct 7th
Pickup included
Reviews
23 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Look no further as Simon is IT!! A True Gem to match an exceptional experience in Gaza envelope
hilaryk889,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful albeit emotional day we had touring the Gaza envelope Simon is sooooo knowledgeable, a truly convivial, relaxed and warm gentleman to boot. At every turn on our many stops he had such fascinating stories that only enhanced our experience. Not to mention he picked us up in a super comfy roomy car and is an excellent driver, and was so lovely, courteous and completely watching for our pace as we made our stops along an emotionally impactful journey through the Gaza envelope many kibbutz and many profound memorials. His knowledge and insight into all was stellar. If you’re looking through reviews just stop right here !! Simon is super special and we look forward to touring with him again. We have been to Israel many times but we will so enjoy exploring other adventures again together with him! Thank you dear Simon! Hilary and Andres K
A tour to remember
F9354JBfrana,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Simon was outstanding. He is knowledgeable, experienced and professional. In addition he is engaging and had us involved during the entire tour. He was warm, sensitive and a pleasure to tour with. This is one tour we we will never forget!
Gaza Envelope
Adventurer772014,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank You Simon for a unforgettable day This Gaza Envelope tour was one of the most meaningful and impactful experiences I’ve ever had. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sensitive, and respectful, providing deep historical context while centering the human stories behind the places we visited.
Important Tour. Simon was able to make this day enjoyable even with the horror of what happened in the places we visited
D A,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Simon was fantastic. He is very knowledgeable and kind. I learned a lot and was able to see so much in one day.
Highly recommended tour of the Gaza area.
262stewarta,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon was a most informative tour guide. He had lots to share regarding the history of the event as well as biblical and modern history of Israel. This is an emotional tour and he set the proper tone at all venues. Would truly recommend Simon for this and probably any of his other tours. He was also very accommodating with our schedule. 5 Stars!!!
Tour of the Otef
Tamra A,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon gave us an excellent tour of the Otef. He was extremely accommodating to our various needs. His comprehensive knowledge of history, combined with his sensitivity, resulted in a very meaningful day which helped shape our understanding of the atrocities that occurred on October 7th.
Amazed! The most Caring and Knowledgeable Tour Guide
lauracM2467GZ,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! Simons personal experience made it that much more poignant. Such a caring and knowledgeable tour guide. Simon shows such consideration for everyone on the tour, and he can relate to all ages and backgrounds.! Would like to do many more tours with him!
Inspiring trip to Oteph Gaza
jsalmonckd,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would like to highly recommend Simon, the tour operator who guided my family through the Otef Gaza region. We began the day with some understandable apprehension, but Simon immediately set a thoughtful and reassuring tone by starting our visit at Yad Mordechai, where he gave an excellent overview of the area’s history, beginning with the earliest modern Jewish communities. Throughout the day, Simon took us to a number of important sites close to the Gaza border, including a viewpoint over the region, the grounds where a major music event had taken place, several protected structures used by local residents, & neighbourhoods that were significantly affected. We finished our tour at the location of the Sderot police station, an important landmark in recent events. Simon was exceptionally knowledgeable, & he presented everything with clarity, balance, & great sensitivity. Despite the challenging nature of the subject matter, he made the experience meaningful, accessible, & deeply informative. His professionalism, empathy, & understanding of the region were evident throughout the day. Simon is a licensed Israeli tour guide, & based on this experience, I would not hesitate to hire him again to explore other parts of Israel. I wholeheartedly recommend him.
Amazing insight into inhumanity.
Anonymous,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful moving experience to see how inhuman Hamas were. Just animals. Learned and saw so much of the horror they inflicted on totally innocent people. Wonderful guide, explains everything fully. Well worth the money.
Simon is a great guide
Ron B,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was an absolutely amazing programme. Saw everything we hope for and more. Learnt so much about this horror day in history. It’s a long trip, lot to absorb,, a lot of emotion.
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