Ha Arubot (Netanya)

Ha Arubot (Beit Yanai) is a sandy beach break where old jetty pillars/pipes help shape the sandbars and create surf peaks. While it can work with the right swell—especially during winter—multiple reports emphasize that wave quality can still be poor even when conditions seem optimal. For surfing, the setup is described as a beach-break with mixed wave character and short, punchy rides that often peak near the pipe structures. East-sector winds can groom the waves, while West winds tend to make things choppy. The break is also considered exposed, so conditions can be influenced strongly by weather and wind changes. The most important safety aspect is the nearshore infrastructure: submerged metal pipes and old jetty pillars are present in the water, and strong rip currents can develop near the old jetty pillars during higher swell. Because of this, the guidance is to avoid surfing directly over the submerged pipes and to use standard water-safety practices, especially if you’re not familiar with the bottom. Crowding is another recurring theme: the spot can get quite busy in the water, particularly when the swell is good. Lifeguards are described as seasonal (typically April to October on declared beaches), and swimmers/riders should also respect designated swimming zones during summer.