JANNET YAHCHOUCH Hike & Swim on Sat, May 18, 2024 with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS
May 18 @ 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
Hiking and Swimming at JANNET YAHCHOUCH with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!
Come and experience the pleasant moments of hiking along the bank of “Nahr Ibrahim” and swimming in the marvelous river. 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 Yahchouch river / Nahr Ibrahim / Mount Lebanon
=================== , 600 meters above sea level, 40 km from Beirut.
WHEN : Saturday, May 18, 2024
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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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17 $ /person or equivalent including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman), professional guides, 5 minutes of warming up, stretching, and pictures.
Children 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 15%. (15 $/person)
Make your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 15% discount (15$ per person).
Optional transportation by your own vehicles 12$ /person
There is a ….LL Extra Entrance fee to the pond.
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:
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The Lebanese surname “Yahchouchi” derives from this village.
Janneh, as the name reveals, is a piece of heaven on earth.
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 (6 km, approx. 2:30Hr) You will start from Yahchouch village near old houses and take the path in the village, then downhill into the middle of the forest passing through trees and bushes where the views are remarkable. The trail will lead you to the marvelous waterfall and pond where will stop for a rest. Then you will continue down to the river bank near another waterfall and pond for lunch, 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 another amazing trail 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 events to their own responsibility). Personal accident insurance “optional” to contact Mob 03-553411. And occasionally, due to reasons beyond our control, slight modifications to the event may occur.
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Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers