LOA

Darb El Yanabi3 / Turtles trail” Qab Elias Hike with LOA

Dear Lebanese Outdoor Adventurers, join us this Sunday for a colorful trail “Darb El Yanabi3 / Turtles trail” in Qab Elias 

We will begin our hike at Domaine de Chochene and will pass by four ancient watermills. Then we’ll continue to “Ras el Aein” water spring via “Wazal” road, where we’ll see Assyrian terraces dating back 3000 years. The trail will then continue to “Nabe3 el Aajouz” water spring, before heading to “Wadi el Dalam”. We’ll walk alongside the river and its waterfalls towards the French bridge at the end of the valley, then return to another water spring for a short break before returning to Prince Fakhreddine Castle at the top of the village. It has a lovely view overlooking the Bekaa Valley and Mount Hermon. We will finish our Hike at the Domaine by ascending 340 stairs between the village’s old houses.

  • Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
  • Level: Moderate / Hiking duration: 5 Hours
  • Distance: 12km
  • Altitude range: 914-1238m
  • Slope Variation: + 380m -388m
  • Meeting: at 7:00 am, Jal-el-Dib, behind DHL, at the parking lot.
  • We can pick up the hikers on our way
  • Departure: 7:30 am (SHARP).
  • Breakfast stop on our way (15 minutes).
  • Estimated time of arrival back in Beirut: 5:00 pm

To be prepared for this hike, you will need:

  • Hiking shoes
  • Hat, sunscreen & sunglasses
  • Lightweight windproof /waterproof jacket
  • Healthy snacks (sandwiches, energy bars, dried fruits, nuts…) Water (2 liters)
  • ID & personal insurance cards.

Contribution: 20 USD or equivalent in LBP to include: Transportation, guides and first aid kit but does not cover medical insurance.

 (EARLY RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED).

For Reservation: Elie Moughanni:03/539882.

Lebanese Outdoor Adventures – LOA members will benefit from a special discount at MAISON DU SKI on professional hiking and outdoor adventure brands.

P.S.  By attending the event you agree that Lebanese Outdoor Adventures is not responsible for any incident that takes place during the event.