Dear Lebanese Outdoor Adventurers (LOA), Join us for a relaxing camping weekend in Shouf Biosphere Reserve, Aïn Zhalta, at the Cedars Ground Campsite.
EVENT DESCRIPTION: The Cedars Ground Campsite is a calm and welcoming spot located in Lebanon’s famous cedar forest within the Shouf Biosphere Reserve. It offers shared spaces for tents, clean bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen for guests. Visitors can enjoy hiking, stargazing, and various outdoor activities in a relaxed and friendly environment. The campsite follows simple “tree hugging” rules to protect nature and keep the area peaceful and clean. The weekend includes a guided sunset hike, a warm bonfire night, and another hiking trip the next day, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
WHEN: Saturday, 27th & Sunday, 28th of September 2025.
SATURDAY: Once we arrive at the camping site, we will install our tents, unpack, and go for a sunset hike. After the sunset hike, we will have a bonfire gathering. Should you have any acoustic or any other musical instrument that you master, please bring it with you to add some art to this unforgettable night.
SUNDAY: After enjoying a traditional Lebanese breakfast, we will set out on a 9km guided morning hike. Starting from the Ain Zhalta entrance, we will follow a well-kept trail mostly shaded by cedar trees. The hike will be moderately challenging because of the altitude gain. At the top, we will be rewarded with a stunning 360-degree view of the reserve, including the coastline, Mount Sannine, Niha, the Bekaa Valley, and Jabal El Cheikh. After a relaxing break, we will return to our starting point by a different path to complete the hike.
• Level: Moderate – Hiking duration: 4 Hours – Distance: 9 km – Total Ascent: 550m and Total Descent: 550m – Altitude Range: 1294m / 1952m
To be prepared for this event, you will need: Hiking shoes, a lightweight windproof jacket, a backpack, hiking sticks, a headlight, a sleeping bag, a personal pillow, Personal food and beverages for the camping night, two liters of water, and healthy snacks for each hike, ID, and personal insurance cards. Don’t forget your positive vibes 🙂
• Meeting: Saturday, 27th of September 2025 at 2:00 pm, Jal-el-Dib, behind DHL, at the parking lot (Personal Cars)
PARTICIPATION contribution: 45$ per person plus an additional 500,000 LL Reserve Entrance Fee to include: Tent accommodation (2 persons), guides, Saturday sunset hike, Sunday morning hike, and a Sunday traditional breakfast, but does not cover transportation and medical insurance. For those who have their personal tent, 5$ will be deducted from the contribution
For RESERVATION: Elie Moughanni: 03/539882.
P.S. By attending the event, you agree that Lebanese Outdoor Adventures is not responsible for any incident that happens during the event.
