Authentic Israel

Most amazing trip ever! Organized, phenomenal leaders, excellent volunteer experiences. Beyond all expectations!

We went to Israel with Authentic Israel to volunteer and tour. We had the opportunity to help farmers, soldiers, and residents while touring sites that were devastated by the 7 October attack. The hotels were very nice, particularly 2 blocks from the beach in Tel Aviv. When we weren't working at a farm or other site, we were touring historical areas with a knowledgeable guide who explained everything to us all week. We also had some free time and a wonderful shabbos meal on Friday night. We're still in touch with the other people that were on the tour, as many of us bonded with each other during the trip. Definitely a worthwhile experience.

Authentic Israel has sent over 1000 people to Israel on the volunteer for Israel in Israel trips. It was extremely well organized from the first email to the final day. Our trip had 26 people on it from all over the US and together with our two amazing madrichim (guides) we had 7 days of amazing experiences. From visiting and packing MREs at Zikim Army Base, to serving meals to soldiers, to picking hot chili peppers, each day offered the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to Israel and Israelis in a totally non-political atmosphere. We met with a wide range of people from active soldiers tp a doctor who help save people on October 7th to Ethiopian immigrants and really got to know them and understand the situation from the inside. Visiting the Nova site was handled really well, as well as time spent at hostage square and at the Kotel (Wailing Wall) for Shabbat. The meals and accommodations were excellent, but the best part was getting to know Israelis, our group, the guides and drivers (we are still in touch on WhatsApp). I recommend this trip to anyone who wants to help Israel. As the Nova survivors say, "We will dance again!" - go and see this unfold for yourself!

Wonderful,meaningful experience

We had a very meaningful trip thanks to the itinerary and our excellent guides. We hope to return.