14 Fantastic Outdoor Activities to Get You Pumped

by Rita Nohra

“Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty.”
― Albert Einstein

If unwinding in nature sounds like your thing, take a look at these events taking place around the country over the weekend.

CHERRY PICKING IN BCHAALEH

When: Friday 5 – Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June 
Where: Bchaaleh, North Lebanon

If you love cherries, then Bchaaleh Trails has just the thing for you. Join their cherry picking events this weekend and enjoy the fruits of your labor long after you’ve finished!

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DISCOVER LEBANON WITH YOUR PET

When: Friday 5 – Saturday 6 June 
Where: Ammiq Reserve, Bekaa

There’s nothing quite like spending some quality time with your furry best friend. This Friday and Saturday, Tourleb is taking you on a special trip to bond with your pet as well as socialize with other pet parents.

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QANNOUBINE BCHARRÉ HIKE

Photo – Vamos Todos

When: Saturday 6 June
Where: Wadi Qannoubine, North Lebanon

Vamos Todos will take you around Deir Saidet Annoubine, St. Marina, Deir Mar Licha, Saidet Hawka, and Mar Aboun on this exciting adventure.

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HADATH EL JEBBE HIKE

Photo – Liban Trek

When: Saturday 6 June
Where: Hadath El Jebbe, North Lebanon

Enjoy a panoramic trail through the cedar forest of Hadath El Jebbe with Liban Trek. You won’t regret it.

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MOUNT HERMON AND DEIR EL ASHAER HIKES

Photo – 33 North

When: Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 June
Where: Mount Hermon, Bekaa

Join 33 North on a two-day hiking adventure to discover hidden gems on the Lebanese-Syrian borders.

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CHOUWEN MUSIC HIKE

When: Saturday 6 June
Where: Chouwen, Mount Lebanon

HighKings will lead you to one of the most splendid natural sites in Lebanon — Chouwen Lake.

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MOKHTARA HIKE

Photo – Vamos Todos

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Mokhtara, Mount Lebanon

This trail, which used to be a mule track, is filled with breathtaking views of different landscapes running along the famous Barouk River. Join Vamos Todos as they uncover the beauty of this valley.

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EHMEJ HIKE

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Ehmej, Mount Lebanon

Footprints Nature Club is heading into the heart of nature, so tag along to explore everything Ehmej has to offer.

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JABAL MOUSSA HIKE

Photo – Dale Corazon LE

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Jabal Moussa, Mount Lebanon

Located in Keserwan and covering a total area of 6,500 hectares, Jabal Moussa is one of the few UNESCO biosphere reserves in Lebanon. This Sunday, join Dale Corazon – LE and take a stroll around this magical place.

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SAD CHABROUH HIKE

Photo – FOSS-the-world

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Faraya, Mount Lebanon

Captivating sceneries await you on this hike with Where Is Haig. The trail is dog friendly, so don’t forget to bring your four-legged companions.

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ARSOUN HIKE

Photo – Blue Green Adventures

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Arsoun, Mount Lebanon

Blue Green Adventures will walk you through an amazing trail that’s bursting with greenery. On the way you will also see an old mill, an ancient bridge and beautiful water springs.

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QORNET EL SAWDA HIKE

Photo – Liban Trek

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Qornet El Sawda, North

Although its name, which literally translates to “Black Peak,” makes it sound bleak, the highest summit in Lebanon boasts spectacular scenery. Discover it with Liban Trek.

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BEQAATET KANAAN – TROPICAL JUNGLE HIKE

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Beqaatet Kanaan, Mount Lebanon

Make no mistake about it, Highkings will take you to hike in a real tropical jungle! Get ready to witness waterfalls and water canyons while you walk next to the river.

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AMMIQ HIKE

When: Sunday 7 June
Where: Ammiq, Bekaa

The Ammiq Wetlands in West Bekaa are among the largest wetlands in the Middle East, which serve as a resting point for migratory and endemic birds. Be guided around this extraordinary site with Decouvre LB.

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