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Trip 671: Hiking in Jbaa - Shouf


Join the Footprints Nature Club this Sunday, October 4, 2026, for an unforgettable journey into Lebanon's largest and most awe-inspiring natural wonder: the Shouf Biosphere Reserve.
 
Our adventure kicks off at the Jbaa entrance of this remarkable reserve, where we'll quench our thirst with the refreshing waters of "Ain el Chaachouaa" near the gateway.
 
Prepare for a captivating ascent along a picturesque footpath that unfolds before us, treating our senses to breathtaking vistas of Niha. When we finally reach the summit, the effort invested in our climb will be richly rewarded with awe-inspiring panoramic views of Qaraoun Lake and the majestic Mount Hermon.
 
As we traverse a plateau, veer right, and you'll discover a mesmerizing viewpoint, offering an unparalleled spectacle of the grandeur of Mount Hermon. After indulging in a well-deserved lunch amidst this natural beauty, we'll begin our descent, following a serene forest trail.
 
Our trail is full of the Zaarour natural fruits that we will enjoy picking and eating all the way.
 
This hike is rated as a Medium Level challenge (7/10) and spans approximately 11.5 kilometers.
 
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an adventure that promises both physical excitement and the chance to immerse yourself in the stunning natural landscapes of the Shouf Biosphere Reserve. 🌿🏔️ #NatureWanderlust #EpicHikes #ShoufBiosphereAdventure #Footprints
 
 

🏞️ استكشفوا روعة محمية الشوف المحيط الحيوي – الأحد 4 تشرين الأول 2026

ندعوكم للانضمام إلينا الأحد، 4 تشرين الأول 2026، في مغامرة لا تُنسى داخل أكبر وأروع محمية طبيعية في لبنان – محمية الشوف المحيط الحيوي.

تبدأ رحلتنا من مدخل جباع، حيث نأخذ لحظة للانتعاش من نبع عين الشاشوعة، قبل الانطلاق على درب جبلي ساحر يكشف تدريجياً عن مناظر بانورامية خلّابة.

أثناء الصعود، سنستمتع بإطلالات رائعة على بلدة نيحا، إلى أن نصل إلى القمة حيث سنكافأ بمشهد لا مثيل له على بحيرة القرعون وجبل حرمون الشامخ. ومن هناك، نكمل السير عبر الهضبة نحو نقطة مشهد مذهلة تمنحنا لحظة تأمل وصور تخلّد هذه اللحظة.

الدرب مليء بشجر الزعرور التي سنستمتع بقطافها وأكلها.

بعد استراحة غداء في قلب الطبيعة، نبدأ النزول عبر ممر هادئ في الغابة.

🔹 مستوى المسير: متوسط (7/10)
🔹 المسافة: حوالي 11.5 كلم

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Must Have

The normal hiking gear that you can find on our website in the page "How to Prepare?".

Your personal insurance.

Cost Fees

The trip's fees are 30$, covering:
  • Transportation from and back to Beirut
  • Cost of the guides
  • Entrance fees to the Reserve

Gathering Place & Time

Our gathering will be at the traffic lights on the crossroad of the General Security building الأمن العام and El-Mathaf المتحف region in Beirut. You can park in the parking nearby starting 7:00 AM...

We will start on Sunday 04 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 AM.
The bus will move at 07:35 AM.
We will stop for breakfast on the way. We might be obliged to do some modifications to the plans as needed during the trips.
We will finish on Sunday 04 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 PM.

Hikers' Tips
  • 01

    Be Kind to Yourself

    KNOW YOUR ABILITIES; CHOOSE AN APPROPRIATE HIKE.

  • 02

    Be a Lightweight

    THE LESS YOU CARRY, THE MORE ENJOYABLE THE HIKE.

  • 03

    Avoid Huffing and Puffing

    IF YOU CAN TALK WHILE YOU ARE WALKING, YOU ARE WALKING THE PERFECT SPEED.

  • 04

    Take a Break

    TAKE A TEN MINUTE BREAK AT LEAST ONCE EVERY HOUR.

  • 05

    No Food, No Fuel, No Fun

    DRINK FREQUENTLY AND EAT OFTEN.