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Just 90 minutes from Beirut, Chouwen Lakes sit high within the Jabal Moussa UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — still water, cedar-forested ridges, and mountain panoramas that feel worlds away from the city. This small-group hiking tour takes you on a 3-hour round-trip walk along a well-marked easy trail through one of Lebanon's most ecologically rich and protected mountain landscapes, guided by a local expert who knows every turn of the path.
Suitable for all fitness levels and requiring no previous hiking experience — the ideal introduction to Lebanon's extraordinary mountain scenery for travelers of all ages.
After the hike, the tour descends to the coast for an optional lunch in Byblos — ancient fishing port, Crusader castle, and waterfront restaurants — the perfect end to a day that began in the mountains.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up travelers from any Hotel, Airbnb or Residence in Beirut.
Itinerary
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Beirut (Pass by)
9:00 AM — Departure from Beirut Your guide meets you at your Beirut hotel and heads northeast into the Lebanese mountains — the landscape climbing steeply from the coast through pine and cedar-forested slopes toward the high-altitude lake basin of Chouwen.
Admission ticket free -
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Arrive at Chouwen Lakes, nestled within the Jabal Moussa UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — one of the most ecologically rich and scenically dramatic landscapes in northern Lebanon, protecting ancient cedar and oak forests, rugged limestone peaks, and pristine mountain lakes. The well-marked trail loops around the lakes and through the reserve — flat lakeshore sections alternating with gentle ridgeline paths, manageable for hikers of any fitness level. Still mountain lakes, forested slopes, and wide panoramas over the Lebanese ranges surround you throughout. Your expert guide leads at a comfortable pace, sharing knowledge of the reserve's flora, geology, and wildlife. A natural lakeside break marks the midpoint before the return trail completes the loop.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Byblos
Lunch in Byblos — ancient port & old souk (Optional - at own expenses) Descend from the mountains to the Mediterranean coast and arrive in Byblos — one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on earth, founded by the Phoenicians over 7,000 years ago. After a morning in the mountains, the contrast of Byblos's ancient fishing port, Crusader castle, and stone-paved old souk could not be more vivid. Enjoy a long, relaxed lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants overlooking the harbour — fresh Lebanese mezze, grilled fish, and seafood with the medieval city walls and the Mediterranean as your backdrop. One of the most memorable lunch settings in Lebanon and the perfect finale to a day that began at altitude.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
Beirut (Pass by)
Return to Beirut — approx. 5:00–6:00 PM Drop-off at your Beirut hotel after a full day that took you from the mountain lakes of Chouwen to the ancient Phoenician harbour of Byblos — two of Lebanon's most rewarding landscapes in a single easy day.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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