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JANNET CHOUWEN Hike & Swim on Sat, Jul 08, 2023 with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS
July 8, 2023 @ 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Hiking and Swimming at JANNET CHOUWEN with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!
Come and experience the pleasant moments of hiking along the bank of “Nahr Ibrahim” and swimming in the marvelous lake. The magnificent green forest mixed with oak, pine, and many other plant species makes the valley one of the best in the world.
HIKE & SWIM LOCATION : Jannet Chouwen river / Nahr Ibrahim.
=================== Keserwan, 600 meters above sea level, 40 km from Beirut.
WHEN : Saturday, July 08, 2023
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ENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge,
=============== Jal El Dib @ 7:30 AM
Driving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib
Or Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg., Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM
FEES:
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13 $ /person or equivalent including transport, professional guides, 5 minutes of warming up, stretching, and pictures.
Children 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (12 $/person)
Make your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 20% discount (11$ per person).
Optional transportation by your own vehicle 10$ / person
There is a ….000LL Extra Entrance fee to the Lake. For under 16 years the entrance fee is ….000LL.
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:
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Janneh, as the name reveals, is a piece of heaven on earth and the lake is known as Jannet Chouwen
Nahr Ibrahim or “River of Abraham” is also known as river Adonis (river of immortal love) relative to the myth of Adonis and Astarte in Phoenician mythology. Today, it is one of the tourist attractions in Lebanon, being the place where the ancient god Adonis died, and the river became red with his blood.
The valley offers a varied landscape and it’s considered one of the most enchanting for hiking in Jbeil Caza.
HIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy, 4 to 6 for intermediate, 7 to 9 for strenuous
Level 4 (5 km, approx. 2:30Hr) will start from Chouwen village near the water source and take the path in the village, then in the middle of “Jabal Moussa” passing through trees and bushes where the views are remarkable. The trail will lead you to the marvelous lake “Jannet Chouwen”. You will have lunch at the lake bank, relax under the shade of the trees and enjoy the sound of water. You may benefit from a swim in the clean transparent water as well. From there you’ll head up to the bus.
WHAT TO TAKE:
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Healthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits, lunch, water, cap, sunglasses swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes (A professional brand is recommended) and don’t forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches.
==There will be a breakfast stop along the way==
FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:
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Please Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending SMS, or WhatsApp mentions your name, surname, and the event you wish to join us on.
NOTE:
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Thank you for not smoking during the trip and following all the ecotourism rules including safety regulations (hikers are advised to join our trips to their own responsibility). And occasionally, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the event may occur.
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