Tiberias Hot Springs - Israel Diving

Site Overview

Tiberias Hot Springs is a unique freshwater dive site in the Sea of Galilee offering natural thermal springs emerging on the lake floor creating warm freshwater zones with unique mineral deposits and fish communities. Located in the historic Kinneret lake, the site provides a remarkable contrast to Israel's Mediterranean and Red Sea diving with its freshwater environment and biblical-era archaeological context. The Sea of Galilee sits at approximately two hundred metres below sea level and is surrounded by hills of deep religious and historical significance. Freshwater diving here combines exploration of natural lake features with submerged archaeological structures dating back thousands of years. The lake supports diverse freshwater fish communities including the famous St. Peter's fish that has sustained local fishing communities for millennia. Tiberias Hot Springs is a remarkable dive site where natural thermal springs emerge from the lake floor creating localised warm water zones that attract diverse fish communities. The mineral deposits around the spring vents create distinctive geological formations on the lake bottom. St. Peter's fish and carp congregate near the warm outflows particularly during cooler months. The site is located near the ancient city of Tiberias adding historical context to this unique thermal freshwater diving experience. Diving in the Sea of Galilee offers a completely different experience from coastal Israeli diving with its freshwater ecology, archaeological heritage, and spiritual significance. The lake conditions vary seasonally with spring and autumn providing the clearest water while summer brings warmer temperatures and potential algal blooms. Local dive operators provide specialised freshwater equipment and experienced guides familiar with the unique conditions. The surrounding area offers profound historical and religious tourism opportunities making diving here part of a broader cultural experience. Water temperatures range from sixteen degrees in winter to thirty degrees in summer providing comfortable diving conditions for most of the year. The shallow average depth of the lake makes it accessible to divers of all certification levels.