It was the most rewarding experience of my life! I felt totally safe, the program was well organized and kept the group moving forward as we did various kinds of volunteering, and we had the chance to share genuine conversations with all brands of Israelis. Both my guides were fabulous in their own ways. The buses were comfortable and the drivers were so competent in delivering us where we were expected to be. The opportunity to also visit some meaningful sights on the way was a bonus. I would and hope to do it again soon. It enabled us all to bear witness to the realities in Israel and with our own hand and hearts, make a difference.

This trip was so important in order to bear witness to the unimaginable events of October 7. It was an honor and a privilege to be able to give back to our homeland. Thank you to Authentic Israel for making this happen.

I recently returned from Authentic Israel’s volunteer for Israel trip. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants to support Israel since the Oct 7th attacks. This trip was such a meaningful experience. Everyday we helped with food packaging or cooking for people in need. These were jobs that actually needed to be done, not busy work manufactured for tourists, and we were able to work along side those living in the region. The educational parts of the trip were also excellent. Seeing the Nova Music Festival sight and talking with a survivor of the massacre, who lost her beloved brother, was powerful and important. As many people as possible should do this to ensure that once again the world never forgets. Lastly, I want to mention our guide, Alon. I have taken several guided trips in Israel in the past and Alon is the best guide by far. Everyone felt safe and happy with Alon as our guide. Alon was also incredible knowledgeable about all things Israel and was able to come up with meaningful experiences for the group when plans had to change suddenly due to timing. If you are considering doing this trip, I encourage you to sign up. I can’t wait to go again!

The experience was more powerful than I could have imagined. We had a small group and an amazing tour guide (Alon Yitzhaki), and we bonded instantly. We could literally see the value we added--packing vegetables on farms and at the Leket food bank warehouse, helping prepare meals for needy families. Israelis we met expressed tremendous gratitude that we came to visit and wanted to help. We also saw the sobering Nova site and heard from a survivor whose brother was murdered. I've been to Israel twice before, but this trip will have a lasting impact.

This is my 2nd time with Authentic Israel, but my 1st time doing a volunteer trip. My 4 days on this trip have been one of the most powerful experiences of my life. Alon is 10/10 - he is such a fantastic tour guide, filled with so much knowledge, compassion, and humor. I haven’t even touched down yet on US soil and I’m ready to book my next trip. I can’t thank you enough for this unbelievable, life changing trip.

The program was outstanding- very varied, great combination of volunteering and touring. Our work was appreciated, The guide was excellent. Really this was perfect and I can't make any suggestions to improve.

Wonderful volunteer experience! Hannan was a great guide and the itinerary was well designed.

I had a great experience with this program. It had a nice blend of working at various different types of places and touring sites such as the Nova Music Fesitval site, Sderot, Hostage Squae, and Alfei Menashe. Our guide was very knowledgeable and very accommodating. Authentic Israel made all the travel arrangements within Israel and that certainly made things very easy. The hotels in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem were quite good and in desirable locations. All in all, the program was very worthwhile and well run.

The Authentic Israel trip was wonderful! Everything was planned perfectly! Shimon Edrey was an awesome guide and really enhanced our trip!

Truly an exceptional trip filled with meaning. Everyday was well planned and executed, and fulfilled our desire to be helpful and bear witness. From the volunteer opportunities in which we were involved, to the grateful people we met throughout the trip, to the heartbreaking sights we were privileged to honor, we found hope and light. Israel needs us. We need to contribute emotionally, physically and financially. Authentic Israel and Toby along with our tour guide Shimon, gave us this most wonderful opportunity. This is an exceptional company and went above and beyond our expectations. We highly recommend Authentic Israel and when we return, we will most certainly work with them.

Authentic Israel created a very meaningful and well-organized itinerary, especially for those interested in volunteer activities and in seeing sites beyond those that first-time tourists typically visit. The hotel accommodations were nice and the meals provided were wonderful. I also appreciated opportunities for personal interactions with ordinary Israelis.

this journey changed my life. Daily I am aware of the blessings i have that so many people do not. And the feeling that everyone in Israel lives this every day challenge that we don't have to dwell on.

My synagogue group had a very powerful and meaningful experience in Israel. Authentic Israel created a wonderful itinerary. We participated in wonderful volunteer projects, met with interesting Israelis and learned their stories and bore witness to the atrocities of October 7th, by visiting the Nova site, Tekem - car lot and Hostage Square. Every detailed was planned perfectly by Authentic Israel.

This was such a well planned and well organized volunteer trip. From the planning to our fabulous guide - it was an amazing experience. I can't say enough good things. Toby thanks so much for all your help and Shimon - you are absolutely the best! Thanks again.

I would give more than 5 stars. A trip and experience of a lifetime. The trip couldn’t have been better organized. I’ll encourage everyone to go on this trip.

I had the best experience with Authentic Israel. Our guide Gadi was great. He could answer any question. I am so glad I was able to support Israel during this time. I can't wait to go back.

Our trip was very meaningful. The activities were (mostly) excellent and Alon’s representation of Israel was stellar.

This trip was an amazing experience. It had a nice balance of work, play and bearing witness to the atrocities of Oct 7th. Things to improve on…the hotels. They could have been nicer, more roomy, especially for two people and a higher quality. Another thing to consider is making the trips a few days longer. Coming all that way and spending that much money, a few more work days would have been nicer. All in all, the trip and the group were fantastic. Our guide, Gadi was incredible. He was kind, funny, knowledgeable and very helpful. We highly recommend him. Thank you for this wonderful mitzvah project. We cannot wait to go again. Peggy and Jay

Thank you Toby for arranging a meaningful Volunteer experience. The variety of sights chosen gave me a good feel for Israel today. Barak was a great guide, who actively followed up on everyone's needs. Meg Hebblethwaite

This was a very moving and meaningful trip.