Sailing

Ofek Yachts. Charter a weeklong yacht journey with a skipper or a day party boat for up to 22 people at Ofek Yachts at the Tel Aviv Marina. Tel Aviv Marina, 14 Eliezer Peri St., Center City, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, 63573. 03/529–9988; www.ofek-yachts.co.il.

Sea Tel Aviv. You can charter a variety of boats here for daytime excursions or romantic sunset sails leaving from Tel Aviv Marina. It's also possible to arrange scuba diving, snorkeling, and other activities. Tel Aviv Marina, 10 Eliezer Peri St., Center City, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, 63573. 052/869–8080; www.seatelaviv.co.il.

Via Maris. At Herzliya Marina, Via Maris is the place to charter a sailboat or other vessel for a catered, private, romantic sunset cruise; a family outing; or an overnight sea stay. Options include with or without skipper. 1 Yordei Yam St., Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, 46764. 09/957–8811; www.yamonline.co.il.