Strange people are those who hike. Trekkers, ramblers, call them what you like
All are under Her charm, under Nature spell, marveling at things as small as a nutshell
All share one passion, all stroll the mountain track. To them, Lebanon opens its heart; so does Liban Trek
HIKING & CULTURAL TRIPS
UPCOMING TRIPS
CUSTOMIZED TOURS
We’re available for private requests, any date, to any destination.
SCHEDULED TOURS
Prices are given in USD. Payment in $ or LL (market rate).
Participation + Transportation, minimum 7 hikers
$40- per adult
$20- per child under 12
Participation, excluding transportation
$20- per adult
$10- per child.
JUNE 2026
Sunday 19
Hiking ZAAROUR RIDGES (Metn)
Dearture from Hikmeh, Achrafieh, at 8am.
Perpendicular to the main chain, a smaller mountain bulge links the foot of Sannine, 1850m, to the Zaarour resort, culminating at 2000m.
A beautiful panoramic trail goes along the ridges with views on either side. It is in this general environment that the hike will take place.
Shaded water springs, small ponds with reeds and a large plateau are among the highlights of the itinerary.
Level 4. Length 7km. Cumulative uphill 300m. Altitudes 1700-2000m.
Sunday 02
Hiking LAQLOUQ (Jbayl)
Bus only. Departure from Hikmeh, Achrafieh, at 8am.
Road via Byblos to Laqlouq, 60km from Beirut. One short stop in Ehmej.
The hike starts at 1850m,. A panoramic trail leads to “Saydet al.Qarn” peak, 2100m, and to the glittering Marjarima lakes,
A thrilling path thru a steep flank goes to “Jabal Drata”, to the homonymous spring then to the abundant Ain Slina spring, 1850m.
Winding its way thru sparse juniper trees, the trail joins “Tem Rtiba” pass, 2100m, before ending at Ain al.Bayda spring, 2000m.
An open loop of 10km. Cumulative uphill
Sunday 09
Hiking ZAAROUR RIDGES (Metn)
Departure from Hikmeh, Achrafieh, at 8am.
Perpendicular to the main chain, a smaller mountain bulge links the foot of Sannine, 1850m, to the Zaarour resort, culminating at 2000m.
A beautiful panoramic trail goes along the ridges with views on either side. It is in this general environment that the hike will take place.
Shaded water springs, small ponds with reeds and a large plateau are among the highlights of the itinerary.
Level 4. Length 7km. Cumulative uphill 300m. Altitudes 1700-2000m.
AUGUST 14-16
Trekking in Bcharreh/Batroun districts, Northern Lebanon
A 3-day continuous guided trek at high altitude.
Valid for a minimum of 5participants.
Transportation in a comfortable 9-seater van.
Day D1. Friday 14
Departure from Achrafieh at 8am.
Road, 100km, to Hasroun heights. Altitude 1750m.
HIKE1
Panoramic level trail to Bqaakafra lake then up to Hrasia spring to over the cliff above and end at a shepherd camp, 2120m.
Dinner & Night under tents, enjoying the serenity of the place and the good food of the hospitable hosts.
Mattresses and tents are provided.
Day D2. Saturday 15
Breakfast.
HIKE2
Trail to the ridges, crossing the chain at a 2580m-high pass, down to the dirt road leading to “Kniset ar.Rabb”, 2400m, the highest mountain chapel.
Continue to the important “Rahweh” spring, 2080m, the highest in Lebanon and up to the panoramic crests and the highest “Hadrian forest inscription”, 2300m.
We’re now in the Batroun district. A small vale separates the hikers from their last section, ending at Ecodalida guesthouse, 1800m.
Dinner & Night. Individual rooms with toilets, normally shared by 2persons. Single occupancy is possible for an extra $30.
Day D3. Sunday 16
Breakfast.
HIKE3
A short tour in Tannourine Reserve followed by a swim in a stream before continuing, thru a thrilling footpath to Tannourine at.Tahta. Picnic lunch on the way.
Return to Beirut.
Per person, in USD.
$320 all inclusive.
Sunday 23
Hiking TABRIYYEH (Ftouh Kesrouan)
Departure from Hikmeh, Achrafieh, at 8am.
A wooded loop starting at “Saydet al.Qalaa” in Chahtoul and crossing to the Tabriyyeh site dedicated to the martyrs of the Lebanese Resistance.
A cave sanctuary and the chapel in the rocks, a poignant silent witness of the bad souvenir of our Civil War.
Tabriyyeh is also an old agricultural settlement. Pits and structures to keep snow until late into the hot season.
The return trail is of no less interest as it winds its way thru a dense forest to end at the “Chahtoul camp” distinguished by particularly vast prairies.
AUGUST 29-30
Trekking in Danniyeh, Northern Lebanon
A 2-day continuous guided trek.
Valid for a minimum of 5participants.
Transportation in a comfortable van that will not be staying overnight. Day hikers are hence welcomed to join on Saturday.
Day D1. Saturday 29
Departure from Achrafieh at 8am.
Road, 120km, to Arqoub (Kfarbebnine), 1700m. On the way, a stop in Tripoli and the visit of the Sfireh Roman temples.
HIKE1
Trail thru the cedar forest of Zouarib and on to Mrebbine high agricultural area, 2000m.
Dinner & Night in a very nice guesthouse.
Day D2. Sunday 30
Breakfast.
HIKE2
Starting at guesthouse, trail to the high springs and on to a rustic restaurant dominating the Qelleh forest.
Lunch at the restaurant.
Return to Beirut.
Per person, in USD.
$220 all inclusive.