Highlanders961

Ready for a real nature escape?

Join us this Sunday for a breathtaking hike in Baakline, one of the greenest hidden gems in Chouf 🌿💧

We’ll explore a scenic trail through dense woodland, walk along the river, cross old bridges, and make our way to the highlight of the day:
💙 Shallalat Al Zarka (The Blue Waterfall)

The journey starts deep in the valley, gradually moving up toward Aïnbal, then back down into the heart of nature toward the waterfalls — a full experience, not just a walk.

📍 Hike Details:
• Level: Slightly Moderate (6/10)
• Distance: 10KM
• Elevation gain/loss: 360m/420m
• Duration: ~5 hours
• Fees: 23$ (transportation + guiding included)

🚌 Departure from: Sour – Saida – Beirut

⚠️ Notes:
Hikers join at their own responsibility
Respect Highlanders961 hiking ethics
No smoking during the hike
Program may slightly change if needed

📲 Reservation & info:
70 575 510

Join Highlanders961 on Sunday 3rd of May 2026 for a hiking trip in Baskinta area, in a fascinating natural site called Beqaata En Nahr, where Assi river flows, surrounded by beautiful cliffs.

WHAT TO EXPECT
The hike is one way. It consists of a small steep-sided valley with an altitude that goes from 1200 to 1350 meters, starting from Kfardebiane to reach Bqaatouta, then Boqaatet Kenaan through which the river Al Assi flows and is mostly surrounded by cliffs (Nahr al-Assi, not to be confused with its homonymous in the Beqaa Valley). The North facing slope is the most fascinating feature of the valley with its acidic and ferruginous cliffs of sandstone. The surrounding area contains habitations, orchards and pine forests.
The trail includes adventurous passages with steel stairs, but not dangerous.

The hike will be guided by an ecotourism specialist, LMTA authorized guide Nader Tebechrany.

Hiking Duration: 6hrs including short stops, and a long break at the waterfall.
Difficulity Level: Moderate 6/10.

during which we will have time to rest and take some exceptional photos of the amazing overlooking views we will be seeing on our way. (rivers, Pine forests, Rocks, Landscapes, fauna, Flora, waterfalls, canyons...)

•• meeting points:
- Sour: Al-Bass station 6:00
- Saida: Spinneys 06:45
- Beirut: Downtown 07:30
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𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘶𝘱 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘺.
𝘉𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘧𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘥.

• Fees: 23$ including Transportation by comfortable Pullman, entrance & Guiding.

•• 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀:
- hiking shoes
- backpack
- 2L of water
- sunglasses
- sunscreen
- healthy snacks
- Earphones

N.B.:
- Hikers are advised to participate in the hike to their own responsibility
- Hikers are asked to follow hiking ethics provided by highlanders961
- Smoking is not allowed during the hike
- In case of force majeure, some modifications may occur to the program
- No pets are allowed.

•• 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝘇 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁:
- Youssef Darwish 70575510

Join us on Sunday April 19 for a breathtaking Hike from St. Qozhaya monastery to fraidis passing by Qadisha valley (Not the usual trail).

A scenic trail combining natural wonder, flowing landscapes, and a rewarding descent.

Trail Details:
• Distance: 9 KM
• Elevation gain/loss: +320m / -332m
• Level: Slightly Moderate

Participation Fee: 22$
What’s Included:
• Transportation by a comfortable Pullman.

Stops:
• Breakfast stop on the way.

Departure Points:
• 06:30 AM – Saida
• 07:10 AM – Beirut (Cola)
• 07:20 AM – Beirut (Downtown – Annahar Building)

⏰ Please be on time.

For reservations & info:
📞 70 575 510

While everything around us feels uncertain, we chose the mountains.
Not to escape reality — but to stand stronger in it.
This hike wasn’t just an adventure. It was a donation, a small act of support during difficult times.
Step by step… we move forward.

While everything around us feels uncertain, we chose the mountains.
Not to escape reality — but to stand stronger in it.
This hike wasn’t just an adventure. It was a donation, a small act of support during difficult times.
Step by step… we move forward.

اشتقنا..
للطريق…
وللناس, للضحك وللإيام الحلوة..

قريباً..

Join us on March 1 2026, for a relaxing short afternoon hike inside the famous Bkassine Pine Forest, one of the largest and oldest pine forests in Lebanon.

We will walk through the shaded trails of the forest and surrounding valleys, then finish near the bus at a beautiful mountain viewpoint where we will enjoy Iftar during sunset over the Jezzine mountains.

After Iftar, we will light a bonfire gathering, relax, chat, and spend a calm evening in nature before heading back home.

⚠️ No need to carry food during the hike — you can leave your meals in the bus since the finish point is right next to it.

You may bring:
Ready meals
Food to grill (optional)
Food to heat on the fire.

Schedule:
Start Time: 2:00 PM

Required Gear:
Iftar meal + water
Hiking shoes suitable for trails
Light jacket
Cap / hat
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Backpack
Hiking pole (recommended)
Earphones (optional)

Trail Details:
• Distance: ≈5KM
• Elevation gain/loss: +50m / -236m
• Level: Easy

Participation Fee: 22$
What’s Included:
• Transportation by a comfortable Pullman.
• guiding and assistants.

Departure Points:
• 12:30 PM – Sour
• 1:15 PM – Saida (Spinneys)

⏰ Please be on time.

For reservations & info:
Whatsapp 70575510

Ramadan Mubarak 🌙
Discipline builds strength — in the mountains and in the soul.
May this month bring you peace and purpose.

From ashes, we rise stronger.
Lent is not about weakness — it’s about discipline, reflection, and renewal.
May this season strengthen your spirit as much as the mountains strengthen your body. ✝️

From to Gorge Waterfall.

Slippery rocks, cold air, vertical walls.
This isn’t a walk… it’s a commitment.
Baatara Gorge completed.

About last hike from hadath el jebe to Qnat