Hiking

Credited for its outstanding beaches, wineries and archeological landmarks, Batroun also boasts an array of natural wonders. As USAID’s Trade and Investment Facilitation (TIF) project is working to raise the profile of the district and improve its tourism offering, we decided to take the opportunity to explore some of the region’s most remarkable sites for nature enthusiasts.

Fall is one of our favorite seasons, especially in Lebanon. We are obsessed with nature’s yellow and orange hues, and so will you be when you check our suggestions of where to go hiking.

Lush scenery, springs, lakes and rivers, dense forests and authentic Lebanese hospitality — what more could you want? Here’s what’s waiting for you at Anjar Eco Park, a one-of-a-kind retreat nestled in the heart of the Bekaa Valley.

Akkar is a region where ancient history and rural landscapes merge. Visit this stunning northern district to escape the urban noise. 

Perched atop the stunning Qadisha Valley, Bsharre is one of those idyllic mountain villages that looks like it’s come straight out of storybook. There are traditional red-roofed houses, panoramic views, cedar trees, and great restaurants dotted throughout the area, not to mention great skiing in the winter.

Cedar forests conserve a unique environment, embedding the cultural and historical values of the many civilizations that have crossed the eastern Mediterranean.

Al Wadi Al Akhdar continues on taking us on trips to see the Lebanese greenery. After visiting Jisr El Aarous, Ammiq, Kawkaba, Chahtoul, Hammana, Jaj, and Bentael, our next stop is…

Night hikes – but you would be breaking the cardinal rule of hiking: do not go after dark.  Well, that does not apply to moonlight hikes. Promax Adventure and Fitness organizes…

Al Wadi Al Akhdar is taking us on tours of lesser-known green destinations around Lebanon. After visiting Jisr El Aarous, Ammiq, Kawkaba, Chahtoul, and Hammana, we have arrived in Jaj.