BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dale Corazon - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dalecorazon.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dale Corazon REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Helsinki BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:EET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250331T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250331T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250329T194703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T194703Z UID:74198-1743406200-1743436800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:AMMIQ Wetland Hike on Mon\, Mar 31\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to AMMIQ Wetland with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nAmmiq is the biggest swamp in Lebanon (100 hectares) and one of the most important places for migrating birds. It has a watching tower to observe them. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Ammiq / West Bekaa\n=============== 900 meters above sea level.\n10 km from Chtoura. \n⏳ WHEN : Monday\, March 31\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal El\n================= Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, coffee\, energetic snack\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person\nThere is a 5 $ Extra entrance fee to Aammiq Wetland. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nPrepare yourself for an amazing and wonderful trail in the West Bekaa district. At this time of the year\, the color of trees and plants\, the winter with the swamp are Extremely Impressive.\nSo\, this hike in Ammiq is diversified. You get to walk in the swamp and after along the edge of mountains where many trees’ species provide shade and shelter.\nOur visit will begin from the entrance in Ammiq Wetland where a warm and friendly greeting from the reserve team\, accompanied by a presentation of the reserve.\n🌿🥾 HIKING LEVEL: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🥇 Level 4 (8 km approx.) will start from the swamp\, it has a watching tower to observe migrating birds.; making a walk inside the wetland and then will take an uphill path for about 100 meters to reach the top of the mountain. You will get the feeling of being on top of the world! The path will continue straight to reach the hill overlooking Bekaa valley\, then a pine forest\, the old broken-down village of ancient Ammiq\, old churches and a farm. The church is the most ancient part. Bring your cameras with you; you will definitely use them. We will cross by many water sources where the water drops create a unique sort of music. Lunch will be in the vicinity.\n🥈 Level 6 will start from the swamp of Ammik\, pass through three water sources\, a 1300-year-old tree called “shajaret el set”\, nabeh saalouk\, Ain Abed\, Ain el tain\, and finally meet with level 4 for lunch. After lunch will continue in a stretch beautiful trail to Aana village. The total distance is (around 14 km); we will only take short rests. We promise you spectacular views and great scenery. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/ammiq-wetland-hike-on-mon-mar-31-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Aammiq ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-20240101-WA0031.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250330T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250330T163000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250326T120734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T120734Z UID:74192-1743319800-1743352200@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:BALAA - CHATINE - New Hike on Sun\, Mar 30\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 CHATINE – BALAA New Hike with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nThis time we will enjoy a hike with special combination: Tannourine- Chatine – Balaa\, another trail of our ancestor\, perfect weather conditions and beautiful peaceful scenery \nHIKE LOCATION: Tannourine Fawqa – Chatine – Balaa/Batroun/ In the North\n============= 1450 – 1650 meters above sea level.\n85 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 30\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, coffee\, energetic snack\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18 $ / person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18 $ / per person).\nThere is a 100.000LL Extra Entrance fee to Baatara Sinkhole \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nTannourine is the plural of the Syriac word ‘’Tannour’’. This village hosts a remarkably large number of monuments dating back to the Phoenician\, Romanian and Greek eras.\n‘’Balaa Pit’’ or Baatara gorge waterfall (also known as Balouaa Balaa) is very famous for its triple natural bridge. It is one of the 10 most beautiful waterfalls in the world\, located by the tiny village of Balaa\, Tannourine area on the slopes of Mount Lebanon.\nWe will start our hiking by a visit to an old Crusade church (1000-year-old) in Tannourine El Fawka. \n🌿🥾 HIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nThis hike will be divided in two levels:\n🥈 Level 4\, it is a downhill and uphill beautiful trail of just 5 KM. From the old church at Tannourine we will continue along a trail leading to the old mills\, then to the’’Nahr El-Jawz’’ river. You will also be able to see rare views particular to this altitude terrain. After crossing Wata Houb the scenery changes from this stage; you will pass through a dense forest of different kinds of trees\, giving the impression of being in a jungle. The track will take you to Chatine village to a small old Church stands there overlooking the area. From there you will go by bus to Balaa. There is a snack where you will have lunch and you can also have your own picnic. You can walk down the stairs to see from up “The cave” also known as the “Cave of the Three Bridges”\, the three natural bridges rising one above the other.\n🥈 Level 6\, at Chatine village you will have lunch under oak trees near the old Church. You will continue from the village and head towards the river bank until you reach Balou3 El-3abed then the waterfall of Balaa village into the Baatara Pothole. There\, you can walk down to see “The cave” also known as the “Cave of the Three Bridges”\, the three natural bridges rising one above the other. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/balaa-chatine-new-hike-on-sun-mar-30-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Balaa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-25-at-16.33.46_a88e1ea6-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250323T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250323T163000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250311T151751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T185829Z UID:74170-1742715000-1742747400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:MAZRAAT EL CHOUF - MAREJ BISRI - Hike on Sun\, Mar 23\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking at Mazraat El Chouf – El Marej with DALE CORAZON-LEBANON EXPLORERS\nJESUS Trail\nNew Destination by DALE CORAZON – L.E. \nThis week\, we choose to hike in a magic valley at Kherbet Bisri\, Chouf Region.\nThe greenery of this area is highly remarkable. The most famous landmarks are the Roman Stairway and the Temple. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Mazraat El Chouf – Bisri / Mount Lebanon /Chouf\n=============== 920 to 405 meters above sea level.\n54 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 23\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, coffee\, energetic snack\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18 $ / person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18 $ / per person). \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nCome and experience the pleasant moments of hiking along the bank of “Awwali River”. The magnificent green forest mixed with oak\, pine and many other plant species makes the valley one of the best in the world. \nAwwali River is located between Mount Lebanon and the South; Bisri River is a part of it. Our walk beside it is just amazing. The scenery will definitely mark our minds and souls with its colorful\, fresh and beautiful nature all day long. \nWe will walk a splendid trail beside the river; we will see very old olive trees. We will cross many bridges; the most famous one is the Roman Stairway and will go across a Roman passage of striking beauty inside the cliff and then we will go to Marej Bisri\, the magic valley.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\nEl Marej is a wonderful place for hiking; our hike will be divided into 3 levels:\n🌿🥾 LEVEL 4 (approx.9km) it is a downhill and straight beautiful trail. Will start from Roman Stairway at 620 meters’ elevation. We will experience the fascinating Lebanese wild nature with its colorful trees and herbs\, chirping birds\, fresh breeze and rushing water. The scenery is really beyond description. We will have enough time for meditation\, photo shooting and fun. We will have lunch at the bridge above Al Barouk River and then we will continue to Marj Bisri.\n🥇 Level 5 (approx.13 km) is a bit tough. The view you get to see from the valley is beyond imagination. Will start from Mazraat El Chouf village at 825 meters’ elevation and take a trail between the old olives trees that leads to Roman Stairway. We will pass by many springs\, wells and cross many bridges. We will have lunch together beside the river\, rest a bit and then continue to Bisri village.\n🥈 Level 6 (approx.16 km) The extra part of that trail is Downhill at the beginning and at 920 meters’ elevation\, requires good physical strength.\nOn our way back to Beirut\, will may stop in Joun at Deir al Mokhales Monastery. It is an old and historical monastery atop a hill overlooking beautiful views. It was built in 1711\, and stands on an even older site. There is a beautiful church and a collection of icons\, manuscripts and religious objects with tomb of the monk Bchara Abou Mrad 1853-1930.\nDiversified? Yes! We will encounter a lot of things in this hike! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/mazraat-el-chouf-marej-bisri-hike-on-sun-mar-23-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Mazraat El Chouf ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG-20231030-WA0022-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250322T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250314T054149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T052528Z UID:74175-1742648400-1742673600@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:Phoenician trail - IBRINE - BATROUN Sunset Hike on Sat\, Mar 22\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Phoenician Trail – IBRINE to BATROUN SUNSET HIKE & with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers.\nPhoenician trail by Dale Corazon – L.E.\nWe invite you to a relaxing sunset hike at Aabrine – Batroun\, on Saturday the 22th of March.\nWe are going to a new area\, to drink fresh Lemonade\, It’s wonderful!!! \n📌 SUNSET HIKE LOCATION : Aabrine/ Batroun/North\n====================== 0 -300 meters above sea level\n54 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, March 22\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib @ 13:00 PM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 12:40 PM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, coffee\, snack\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nFirst\, we will visit the tomb and Museum of Patriarch Elias Hoayek in Sainte Famille Convent.\nWe will hike together in one group along a downhill easy path.\nWe will get to walk along the mountain on a Phoenician track overlooking the spectacular Mediterranean Sea\, reach breathtaking views exposed to the sun. We will walk down from Aabrine to Batroun.cc\nThe track is not hard. The walk will be around 2.3 hrs. to 3 hrs\, we will visit in our way the spring “Ain El Jdide” than “St Charbel cut off” (Mar Charbel Al Mokata3). The views are spectacular every step of the way\, till we get Batroun Village.\nFrom there will take the bus to Batroun\, to visit the historic “St. Stephan’s Cathedral”. There walking in the old Souk\, will go to the “Phoenician fortress and wall” and visit “Our Lady of the Sea” to finish our walk at “Makaad el Mir” by the sea where we will take some magical photos.\nAs usual\, we will end this night’s adventure with a cozy gathering around a drink at Hilmi’s House\, its Lemonade Drink prepared by local habitants. Ramadan Kareem!\nThis sunset hike must not be missed. It will imprint unforgettable memories of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============= \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes and don’t forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/phoenician-trail-ibrine-batroun-sunset-hike-iftar-on-sat-mar-22-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Batroun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG-20230402-WA0150.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250316T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250316T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250205T062236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T092640Z UID:74134-1742110200-1742139000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:SACRED JABAL TURBOL - New Hike on Sun\, March 16\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:New Trail – JABAL TURBOL (Phoenician Mountain) HIKE with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers.\nWe are going to a new area\, to an amazing old village in Jabla Turbol\, It’s wonderful!!!\nThe ruins Turbul village are from a prehistoric empire that has been on top of the mountain as Bcheale fortress in Batroun. Wow!!! \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Jabal Turbol / Tripoly / Zgharta District\n============== 680 meters above sea level\n8 km from Tripoly. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 16\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ /person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, Local Guide\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18 $ / person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18 $ / per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nFirst\, we will visit Turbol village and a quick visit to the residence of Jean Obeid. \nWe will hike together in one group around 10 Km along an easy path.\nWe will get to walk along the mountain on a Phoenician track overlooking the spectacular Mediterranean Sea\, Palm’s Island\, Oyoun El-Samak\, Lazkieh and Tartous in Syria\, reach breathtaking views exposed to the sun.\n🌿🥾 The track is not hard. The walk will be around 3.3 – 4hrs.\, will visit on our way to “Old Turbol Church” at the village. The views are spectacular every step of the way\, till we get to Turbol Woods.\nIt’s an old village have many ancient ruins and caves dating from the Canaanite\, Phoenician and Roman eras. It was once a beautiful village\, famous for its vegetation with a plentiful supply of water from deep wells.\nThere will discover great landmarks where we will take some magical photos.\nThis hike must not be missed. It will imprint unforgettable memories of a once-in-a-lifetime. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/sacred-jabal-turbol-new-hike-on-sun-feb-23-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Jabal Turbol\, Tripoly\, Lebanon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WhatsApp-Image-2025-02-23-at-16.42.56_9912b9a6.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250315T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250315T210000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250308T090528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T090528Z UID:74162-1742043600-1742072400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:WADY HARBA Sunset Hike & IFTAR at Byblos on Sat\, Mar 15\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Madfoun Sunset Hike & 🌿 Iftar at Byblos with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers!!!\nاستبشروا فيه بالخيرات واصنعوا البهجة.\n“Rejoice in good things and create joy”\nThe Holy month of Ramadan is back to fill our hearts and lives with love\, blessings and mercy; this year\, combined with showing our love to Jesus Christ and returning back to him by fasting during this time of the year where everyone is growing in his/her own faith.\nLet us all “con un solo corazon” connect and share those sincere and spiritual vibes\, uniting a Ramadan authentic Iftar with a lent menu after having a cultural and enjoyable tour in the city of diversity and unity\, Byblos.\n📌 SUNSET HIKE & TOUR : Jrebta – Berbara / Byblos / In the North\n=================== 0-450 meters above sea level\, 3 km from Kfifan. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, March 15\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib @ 13:00 PM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 12:40 PM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nCome and experience the pleasant moments of hiking along the bank of “Harba valley or Darb Rafqa” and relaxing sunset hike at the marvelous Mediterranean Sea.\nThe Saint valley\, the ruins\, and the magnificent green forest mixed with oak and many other plant species makes the valley one of the oldest and best in the area. \nThis afternoon hike is wonderful. Our journey will start in Jrabta. The name is probably derived from a Greek word\, meaning “the cave”\, and the Syriac pronunciation Grabta means the village of water. It has the most beautiful Phoenician inscriptions on the rocks representing ancient Phoenician religious rites. The village is distinguished by its narrow mountain roads that make you feel you are inside a tunnel. \nWe will visit St. Rafqa Monastery\, and visit the convent and the museum. The hike will be in Jrabta village at Wadi Harba\, the trail is filled with ancient cave churches\, ruins\, and where the Saints walked like (first Patriarch Saint John Maron\, St. Rafqa\, St. Hardini…). \nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous \nLevel 3- 4: An easy walk (8 km\, approx. 2:30Hr) with very light descents. It is ideal for picture taking. The walk will take place at ‘’Darb St. Rafqa’’ or’’ Wadi Harba’’. We will cross the first Patriarch Saint John Maron (685 A.C.) spring and historical caves Church\, in wild nature. Afterward\, will continue together along a trail offering many scenic spots and leading to the beach\, at the end of the trail\, we will benefit from an overlooking the spectacular Mediterranean Sea\, reach in breathtaking views exposed to the sun. From there we will head up to the bus. \nIn our return to Beirut\, our stop will be in “Byblos” to visit the historical Souk and the old port.\nLast\, we’ll be ready to have delightful Iftar at a famous traditional restaurant in Byblos.\nWe promise you a very good & joyful sunset hike; Feel free to book yourself for this event. You will fall in love with these sites.\nRamadan Kareem! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============= \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes and don’t forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/wady-harba-sunset-hike-iftar-at-byblos-on-sat-mar-15-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Wady Harba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/09440131686027437.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250309T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250309T200000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250308T093403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T093403Z UID:74166-1741523400-1741550400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:Sunset Snowshoeing - SAYDET EL-QAREN on Sun\, Mar 09\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🏂 Sunset Snowshoeing at LAQLOUQ with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nCome and experience the pleasant moments of walking at the white peaks\, while watching the beautiful sunset at Saydet El-Qarn.\nLaqlouq\, also spelled Laklouk is a small mountainous village in a mountainous area in the Jbeil District of Mount Lebanon Governorate\, Lebanon.\nGleaming! This is the meaning of the name Laqlouq\, the gleam of the year-round snows! \n📌 SUNSET SNOW LOCATION : Saydet El Qaren / Byblos/ Mount Lebanon\n======================= 1750 to 2100 meters above sea level\,\n69 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 09\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 12:30 PM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 12:10 PM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n27 $/person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes warming up\, stretching\, & snowshoes.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 8%. (25 $/person)\nGroups of 5 and plus get a discount of 8%/person (25 $/person)\nWithout snowshoes 17$ and 27$ with snowshoes.\nCancellation requests must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event start date. Cancellations received with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the amount of 15$ as a provision for liquidated damages. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n======================== \nDefinitely\, a sunset snowshoeing in Laqlouq is an option to spend winter evenings. Laqlouq is a winter resort\, encircled by jagged ridges and terraces bearing thousands of trees. In addition to alpine skiing\, Laqlouq is also one of the best resorts suited for cross-country skiing. Mostly visited by families\, Laqlouq had its first ski lift installed in 1958\, followed by major enhancements to the slopes and the creation of a (very) qualified ski school. \n🥈 Level 5: About 8 KM (3.0 hours) It is a moderate walk with very light ascents and descents. It will be a great snowshoeing session and a lovely day with the group at sunset time. \nYou will be able to see rare views particular to this altitude terrain. The scenery is great! Changes from this stage\, you will pass through white peaks\, giving the impression of being in the sky. The trail will take you to the beautiful lakes.\nThis sunset snowshoeing must not be missed. It will imprint unforgettable memories of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, woolen hat\, and gloves. Don’t forget anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mention your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on\, and the reservation is preferable until 2 days before the event. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers\nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/sunset-snowshoeing-saydet-el-qaren-on-sun-mar-09-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Laqloouq ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-04-at-15.03.59_6fcf4a61-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250309T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250309T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241220T134546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T083428Z UID:74087-1741505400-1741536000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:LAMARTINE VALLEY Hike on Sun\, March 09\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to Lamartine Valley with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!\n📌 HIKE LOCATION:\n=============== \nDeir El Harf – Btebiet – Chbanieh – Qobbeih / Mount Lebanon.\nAll four villages are located in Baabda District just 25 kilometers from the capital Beirut towards east\, on an elevation of 950 above sea level. Numerous magnificent landscapes to be enjoyed during our hike absolutely approving that this is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in our treasured Lebanon. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 09\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nAlphonse de Lamartine (1790-1869)\, the French poet and politician\, was an orientalist with a particular interest in Lebanon and the Middle East. He travelled to Lebanon\, Syria and the Holy Land in 1832–33. Unquestionably\, the Lebanese mountains come into literature by Lamartine\, giving rise to the greatest number of descriptions of landscapes. Lebanon\, its mountains and ruins\, inspired the poet much of his “Episode” called “L’épopée de La Chute d’un ange” written in 1838. \nThe valley where we’re going is called the valley of Lamartine as a commemoration of that visit\, he describes the area in his book “Voyage en Orient”. Also\, the Lebanon Cedar forest still harbors the “Lamartine Cedar”\, which is said to be the Cedar under which Lamartine had sat 200 years ago. \n25 Kms from Beirut\, most of the villages we will pass by are known for its pine trees that surround the village\, it’s a source of valuable pine nuts. Olives\, grapes\, figs\, apricots and other fruits are cultivated there as well. \nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\n🌿🥾 The trail will start near Pine Land in Deir el Harf\, then we will begin walking through the Pine forest\, and our hike will be divided to two levels: \n🥇 Level 3 About 5 Km\, take a mostly downhill path with beautiful landscapes where will visit the graves of the Jews\, and stop the hike in Btebiet than by Bus will go to visit the ancient Mar Fram Monastery in Chbanieh where we will have lunch\, from there will continue walking to visit Deir Mar Youhana at Qobbeih. \n🥈 Level 5 plus about 14 km\, from Deir El Harf as level 3 to Btebiet where we will split into both groups per level. We will continue towards Chbanieh (at Mar Fram) to meet Level 3 and take the lunch together then end the hike in Qobbieh at Deir Mar Youhana. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/lamartine-valley-hike-on-sun-dec-29-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:La Martine Valley ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DSC_6870.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250308T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250308T203000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250301T145432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T145432Z UID:74158-1741440600-1741465800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:TRIPOLI Highlights & IFTAR on Sat\, Mar 08\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Tour & 🌿 Iftar at Tripoli with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers!!!\nاستبشروا فيه بالخيرات واصنعوا البهجة.\n“Rejoice in good things and create joy”\nThe Holy month of Ramadan is back to fill our hearts and lives with love\, blessings and mercy; this year\, combined with showing our love to Jesus Christ and returning back to him by fasting during this time of the year where everyone is growing in his/her own faith.\nLet us all “con un solo corazon” connect and share those sincere and spiritual vibes\, uniting a Ramadan authentic Iftar with a lent menu after having a cultural and enjoyable tour in the city of diversity and unity\, Tripoli. \n📌 TOUR LOCATION : Tripoli – old city – Al Mina / North Lebanon\n=============== 0-75 meters above sea level.\n73 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, March 08\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib @ 13:30 PM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 13:10 PM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, entrance fee to Saint Gilles castle\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nDear Corazones\,\nOur trip will be towards the north of Lebanon: Tripoli\, a city with many historical gems.\nSaint Gilles castle will be our first stop\, we will have a guided tour inside the biggest crusader fortress in Lebanon\, dating back to the 12th century.\nWe then will move to visit Hammam Ezzedine\, Tripoli’s first Arab public bath\, 13th century inspired by Roman-Byzantine style.\nOur next stop will be to the famous soap khan\, where we’ll visit the workshop and have a chance to buy traditional soap. We will get to see how this ancient craft is manufactured with the highest quality and still uses the traditional way of soap production.\nFollowing that\, we will head towards Al-Mina for a guided tour in the old town and through its narrow charming streets.\nLast\, we’ll be ready to have delightful Iftar at a famous traditional restaurant in Tripoli.\nRamadan Kareem! \n“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children”.\nNative American Proverb \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE: Don’t forget your Lebanese ID. Foreigners must bring their passports.\n============= \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes and don’t forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/tripoli-highlights-iftar-on-sat-mar-08-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Tripoli ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG-20240318-WA0062.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250302T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250302T163000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250220T193513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T193513Z UID:74152-1740900600-1740933000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:MAZRAAT ET TEFFAH Hike on Sun\, Mar 02\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to MAZRAAT TEFFAH with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nIt is one of the most beautiful hikes and will leave wonderful pictures in your memory.\nCome with us and hike along the bank of “Wadi en Nhair”! \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Sebaal – Mazraat Teffah/ Zgharta Districts/ in the north\n==============\n900 meters above sea level\, 95 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, March 02\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ /person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, Local Guide\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18 $ / person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18 $ / per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nThe Apple Forest or Mazraat Teffah is a magnificent green forest of pine and oak trees that is getting larger and larger\, making it one of the best places in the world.\nWe will follow old stone paths\, listen to the rush of fresh water at three different springs\, and traverse tree forests. It is like passing through a tunnel of greenery and the views are breathtaking.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🌿🥾 Our hike will be divided into 3 levels.\n🥈 LEVEL 4 About 8 Km\, will start from Sebaal village\, from an old historical church called Mar Doumit where Youssef Beik Karam defeated the Turks. We will take the path near “Shir el Ahmar”\, passing through tree forests that will lead us to Mazraet Rachtamout and the Church of Martmoura. After refilling our bottles with fresh water\, we will walk uphill and have lunch at Nabeh Ozit. Afterward\, we will take the bus to a huge waterfall at “Nabeh El Keif” where you can take unforgettable pictures.\n🥈 LEVEL 5 About 11 Km\, will continue from Nabeh Ozit. We will take an amazing uphill trail following a water pipe where the stunning mountainous landscape is impressive\, with trees seemingly defying gravity by growing on extremely vertical slopes. We will reach the great waterfall of Nabeh El Keif where we will meet the other group and head to Mazraat Teffah village. The most beautiful views you can ever imagine will lie in front of you.\nLEVEL 6 About 12 Km\, will then take a path downhill and will cross a narrow bridge that is high and open on both sides. Then we will pass by a spring and mill “Ziret Et Tine” with a beautiful water reservoir in the rocks. The views are remarkable. You just have to be there to believe! From there we will continue uphill to meet the rest of the group at the great waterfall then to the village.\nOn our way back we will stop at Bnachaeh Lake where there is a Wildlife Taxidermy Museum. It is a great place to end the hike. \nLive it up! It will be a memorable day! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/mazraat-et-teffah-hike-on-sun-mar-02-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Mazraat Et Teffah ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-20240304-WA0050.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250301T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250301T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250217T191024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T191024Z UID:74149-1740814200-1740844800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:AMMIQ Wetland Hike on Sat\, Mar 01\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to AMMIQ Wetland with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS \nAmmiq is the biggest swamp in Lebanon (100 hectares) and one of the most important places for migrating birds. It has a watching tower to observe them. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Ammiq / West Bekaa\n=============== 900 meters above sea level.\n10 km from Chtoura. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, March 01\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib @ 7:30 AM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person\nThere is a 5 $ Extra entrance fee to Aammiq Wetland. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nPrepare yourself for an amazing and wonderful trail in the West Bekaa district. At this time of the year\, the color of trees and plants\, the winter with the swamp are Extremely Impressive.\nSo\, this hike in Ammiq is diversified. You get to walk in the swamp and after along the edge of mountains where many trees’ species provide shade and shelter.\nOur visit will begin from the entrance in Ammiq Wetland where a warm and friendly greeting from the reserve team\, accompanied by a presentation of the reserve.\n🌿🥾 HIKING LEVEL: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🥇 Level 4 (8 km approx.) will start from the swamp\, it has a watching tower to observe migrating birds.; making a walk inside the wetland and then will take an uphill path for about 100 meters to reach the top of the mountain. You will get the feeling of being on top of the world! The path will continue straight to reach the hill overlooking Bekaa valley\, then a pine forest\, the old broken-down village of ancient Ammiq\, old churches and a farm. The church is the most ancient part. Bring your cameras with you; you will definitely use them. We will cross by many water sources where the water drops create a unique sort of music. Lunch will be in the vicinity.\n🥈 Level 6 will start from the swamp of Ammik\, pass through three water sources\, a 1300-year-old tree called “shajaret el set”\, nabeh saalouk\, Ain Abed\, Ain el tain\, and finally meet with level 4 for lunch. After lunch will continue in a stretch beautiful trail to Aana village. The total distance is (around 14 km); we will only take short rests. We promise you spectacular views and great scenery. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/ammiq-wetland-hike-on-sat-mar-01-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Aammiq ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-20240101-WA0031.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250222T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250217T124508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T124508Z UID:74146-1740209400-1740236400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:SIDON Highlights\, on Sat\, Feb 22\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Cultural Tour at Sidon with Dale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers\n📌 TOUR LOCATION : Sidon – Maghdouche / South Lebanon\n=============== 0-200 meters above sea level.\n50 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, February 22\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal El\n================== Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nDear explorers\,\nOur cultural trip today will be towards south Lebanon\, the ancient city of Saida.\nSaida is mainly a Phoenician city\, with many layers of world civilizations passing and having left marks to it. Notably the Romans\, Crusaders\, and Ottomans.\nThe tour will start with the crusader sea castle\, which itself is built on top of a Phoenician castle. Then we will enter the old city with its labyrinth tiny streets. Will visit first St Peter & St. Paul cave and church where they stayed there. We reach Audi soap museum for a tour and soap exhibition visit. Famous Hammam al jadeed will follow\, which is the largest and most significant hammam in Saida. Lunch will be enjoyed in the middle of the old city in a traditional restaurant.\nAfter lunch\, we’ll discover khan al Franj built by Emir Fakherdin in the 17th century. And last but not least\, Saint Louis crusader castle will be our final stop. With ruins dating back to Phoenician and Roman times\, it is most notable for being the land castle of the ancient city.\nFollowing that\, we will head towards Maghdouche / Mantara: When Jesus came to Sidon\, the Virgin Mary who accompanied him stopped to wait for him near the town of Maghdouche at the top of the hill; she spent the night inside a cave\, which was named later Al-Mantara. It is 8 km away from the center of the caza\, stands at an altitude of 200 m.\nNote our last stop to try the famous Sidonian sweets 😉\nKeep on exploring! \n“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children”.\nNative American Proverb \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/sidon-highlights-on-sat-feb-22-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Sidon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-20220214-WA0057.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250216T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250216T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250211T082210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T082210Z UID:74139-1739691000-1739719800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:FALOUGHA LAKES Snowshoeing on Sun\, Feb 16\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🏂 Snowshoeing at FALOUGHA with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\n  \n  \n📌 SNOWSHOEING LOCATION                   :  Jabal El- Kneiseh / Falougha / Baabda District \n=======================                       more than 1650 meters above sea level\, \n                                                                        48 km from Beirut \n        \n                                                                                                               \n⏳ WHEN                                                          :  Sunday\, February 16\, 2025 \n======= \n  \n  \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE                                 : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM. \n================= \nDriving directions to Mar Maroun      https://dalecorazon.com/contact/ \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n  \n  \n💰 FEES:                             \n====== \n27 $/person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes warming up\, stretching\, & snowshoes. \nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 8%. (25 $/person) \nGroups of 5 and plus get a discount of 8%/person (25 $/person) \nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 22$/Person \n  \nWithout snowshoes 20$ and 27$ with snowshoes. \nCancellation requests must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event start date. Cancellations received with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the amount of 15$ as a provision for liquidated damages. \n  \n  \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT: \n=========================   \nFalougha is a destination for vacationers all year long\, thanks to its beautiful scenery\, dramatic views\, and pedestrian village. \nWalking on the white peaks (like Jabal El-Kneiseh) of our beautiful country and enjoying the fresh air\, the great landscape is one of the best escapes you can do. \nWe will start our hike at Sohat Village\, located in the Baabda district. The elevation of where we start our hike is 1650 meters above sea level. The trail has wonderful views of the whole region. \nAs usual\, there will be two levels of difficulty. \nLevel 4: About (3.5 hours) An easy walk\, with very light ascents until will reach the bottom of Jabal El-Kneiseh where the top view of the Lakes\, the scenery is great! giving the impression of being in the sky. It is ideal for picture taking. \nWill start from Sohat factory in Falougha and continue to Sohat Village then to the Cedar Forest where the first Lebanese flag was erected. Then\, to Lamartine Rock where the famous French poet\, Lamartine\, used to sit and get inspired for lunch. \n  \n  \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE: \n==============                 \n  \nHealthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, woolen hat\, and gloves.  Don’t forget anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. 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. \n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n  \n  \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO: \n========================= \n  \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mention your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on\, and the reservation is preferable until 2 days before the event. \n  \n  \n📋 NOTE: \n====== \nThank 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. \nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below \n https://shorturl.at/mPRUX \nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb   (Page) \nInstagram:   https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/# \nYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \n  \nBest Regards\, \nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/falougha-lakes-snowshoeing-on-sun-feb-16-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Falougha ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG-20250211-WA0007-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250215T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250215T163000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250129T175417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T195614Z UID:74130-1739604600-1739637000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:ARZ NIHA - KFOUR Snowshoeing on Sat\, Feb 15\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🏂 Snowshoeing at NIHA CEDARS and KFOUR EL AARBE CEDARS with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\n“Fantastic forest of majestic cedar trees” It’s wonderful!!! \nTrail by DALE CORAZON \n📌 SNOWSHOEING LOCATION : Niha – Kfour / Batroun / North Lebanon\n======================= 1800 to 2000 meters above sea level\,\n94 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n27 $/person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes warming up\, stretching\, & snowshoes.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 8%. (25 $/person)\nGroups of 5 and plus get a discount of 8%/person (25 $/person)\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 22$/Person \nWithout snowshoes 20$ and 27$ with snowshoes.\nCancellation requests must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event start date. Cancellations received with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the amount of 15$ as a provision for liquidated damages. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================\nOur Snowshoeing event this time will be in Emperor Hadrian Augustus Forest of “Niha – Kfour”. The magnificent green forest.\nThe town Kfour el-Arbe was originally named “Kfour Al-Arabi\,” in reference to being the residence of many old generations. \nRoman monetary pieces engraved with the head of Emperor Constantine were found in the town\, in addition to a historical Church of Saydet Al-Qalaa Al-Ajaibiyyeh\, built in an elevated place between the suburbs of Hardine and Al-Kfour. The church structure is an old temple. \nArz Niha is situated in the upper part of Qadisha Valley. It’s rich in biodiversity and constitutes a shelter for various kinds of flowers and wild animals and a haven for all bird species.\nThe amazing scenery that your eyes catch upon reaching these amazing landscapes is indescribable. \nAs usual\, will be two groups:\nOur walk there will be in the vast white hills till we reach the Magnificent Cedars Forest. Those who wish to have a moderate walk will pass around 6KM (2hours) from Dahr el Mil – Kerset El Batrak and continue with a panoramic view to the Cedars Forest there is time for rest and photo shooting. The others will take a longer path for about 9KM (3 hours) till they meet the first group in the Cedars Forest for lunch. There you will be able to contemplate that beautiful white landscape of the area.\nDon’t let any adventure go by untried. Live your life to the fullest!!!! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, woolen hat\, and gloves. Don’t forget anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mention your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on\, and the reservation is preferable until 2 days before the event. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/arz-niha-kfour-snowshoeing-on-sat-feb-08-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Arz Niha ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20240212-WA0103.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250209T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250209T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250115T193951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T193951Z UID:74116-1739086200-1739115000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:WADY JHANNAM - OYOUN EL-SAMAK on Sun\, Feb 09\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hike at Wady Jhannam – 3ioun El-Samak with DALE CORAZON-LEBANON EXPLORERS \nThis hike is different; it is in Donniyeh – Akkar\, so grab the opportunity to see spring beauty like the great waterfall. Is a true mosaic of nature\, culture and impressive landscapes? At this time of the year\, the color of tree and plants🍁 and hike along the bank of “Nahr Abou Moussa”! are Extremely Impressive. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Al-Sfayneh -3youn el Samak – Ouady Jhannam Hrar/Akkar\n============== – Donniyeh/ In the North 25 km from Tripoli \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, February 09\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n=================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ /person including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18 $ /person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18 $ /person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 15 $ /person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \n🌿🥾 It’s one of the most beautiful hikes that will leave wonderful pictures in your memory. It has an Excellent Ecological Environment Filled with Woodlands\, Orchards\, and Groves. \nNahr Abou Moussa is between Akkar and Donniyeh and the “3youn el Samak” river is a part of it. The walk is beside it\, it’s just amazing. \nHIKING LEVEL: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nOur hike will be divided into 2 levels: \n🥇 LEVEL 3 (Approx. 5.5 Km) From Al-Sfayneh village to 3youn el Samak\, it will be an easy walk: the first part is downhill\, the next one is beside the river. In this hike\, you will have many reasons to keep your cameras handy. From the moment you will start hiking until the moment you stop\, there will be scenes that you want to cherish forever. You will experience the fascinating Lebanese wild nature with its colorful trees and herbs\, chirping birds\, fresh breeze\, and rushing water. There is an extra charge for internal transportation only for level 3. \n🥈 LEVEL 5 (Approx. 13 Km) You will take a different and more difficult trail. You will start from Ouadi Jahannam. It is descendant\, along the bank of Nahr El-Bared. It will lead you to a point of amazing scenery\, landscape\, and Spring(S) like (El Ghara)\, a place where ground water flows naturally out of the ground\, the water springs will enable you to refill your water supply along the way. In the second part of this trail\, you will rejoin level 3 at the bridge and head to the restaurant. It is a great place beneath the waterfall at 3ioun El-Samak. \nAfter lunch\, both levels will visit a beautiful lake of 500 m in length\, 175m in width\, and 10 m in depth. This magnificent location makes the valley one of the best in the world.\nSpecial? Yes! You will encounter a lot of special things on this hike! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\n https://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/wady-jhannam-oyoun-el-samak-on-sun-feb-09-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:3ioun El Samak ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20240430-WA0008.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250202T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241129T110233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241208T140332Z UID:74060-1738481400-1738515600@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:MENJEZ the Megalithic Tombs\, highlights on Sun\, Feb 02\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:Hiking & Tour Trip to Munjez village (a Hidden Treasure) with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nThis hike in Menjez belongs to North Lebanon\, is one of the highlights of a visit to Lebanon where the scenery is really beyond description.\nWe will enjoy a hike with a special combination: The Black Forest – Nahr El-Kabir\, a trail of our ancestors\, perfect weather conditions and beautiful peaceful scenery. \nHIKE LOCATION : Qobbayat – Menjez/ Akkar Districts/North\n============= 350 to 0 meters above sea level\, 125 km from Beirut. \nWHEN : Sunday\, February 02\, 2025\n===== \nENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n===============\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \nFEES:\n=====\n24 $ including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (22$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (22$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 15 $/person \nOptional There is a 100.000LL extra entrance fee to the Museum. \nDESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================\nMenjez\, meaning a hidden treasure in the ancient Syriac language\, lives up to its name to date in the Akkar governate in North Lebanon. \nIt is a small village with an amazing landscape\, traditional houses\, and religious and historical monuments\, some dating back to the Neolithic era. \nWhen visiting this hidden treasure in Lebanon\, you can get to see the temple of Maqam el-Rabb (meaning the temple of God’s Residence)\, the Church of Our Lady of the Fort\, the Megalithic Tombs\, the ruins of a cross castle\, Saint Daniel church\, and the ruins of a Crusader castle of the Felicium of the Hospitallers of Saint John of Jerusalem.\nThe nature in Menjez with its El-Horsh El-Assouad (The Black Forest) and its rivers\, like Nahr El-Kebir (The Grand River)\, is simply stunning and worth the ride to Akkar. \nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nOur hike will be divided into 2 levels: \nLevel 4 plus\, (8.5 Km approximately) mostly it’s easy and beautiful trail\, it’s just amazing walking between different forests & old landmarks\, is impressive. You will also be able to see Syria and rare flowers particular to this high-altitude terrain. \nLevel 2 it’s only visiting the amazing landmarks. \nOn our way back to Beirut\, we may stop in Batroun to drink fresh Lemonade. \nWHAT TO TAKE:\n============ \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \nFOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n======================= \nPlease 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. \nNOTE:\n=====\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated\, it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/menjez-the-megalithic-tombs-highlights-on-sun-dec-15-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Menjez ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-20240331-WA0114.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250201T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250124T065703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T065703Z UID:74127-1738395000-1738422000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:JAHLIEH - Hiking on Sat\, Feb 01\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:Darb El Horsh – Darb El Nahr at Jahlieh village\n🚶 Hiking at JEHLIEH with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!\nIt’s Winter – Springtime!! and what better time to go hiking\, and explore Lebanon’s amazing mountains\, green flowery scenery\, and sparkling Lakes!! The magnificent green forest mixed with oak\, pine\, and many other plant species makes the valley one of the best in Lebanon. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Jahlieh / Shouf / Mount Lebanon.\n=============== 300 – 450 meters above sea level\, 35 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, February 01\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal El\n================= Dib @ 7:30 AM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n=======\n19 $ /person including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$ /person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17 $ /person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 14 $ /person\nThere is an extra 100.000LL entrance fee to the site. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================= \nJahlieh area is paradise on earth\, very beautiful trail especially the part by the river. Plenty of ponds and waterfalls spans.\nThe valley offers a varied landscape and it’s considered one of the most enchanting for hiking in the Shouf district.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🌿🥾 Level 4 (9 km\, approx. 3:30Hr) will start from the village near the water source and take the path up into the forest\, then in the middle of Darb El Horsh passing through trees and bushes where the views are remarkable. The trail will lead you to the old caves where will stop. Then will continue straight to the riverbank near Ain El Yasmin for lunch\, relax under the shade of the trees and enjoy the sound of water. We will continue back along a trail Darb el Nahr offering many scenic spots\, and leading to many lakes\, waterfalls and old mills. From there will head to the bus. \nParts of this trail are manmade using wooden logs. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/jahlieh-hiking-on-sat-feb-01-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Jahlieh ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20240319-WA0045.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250126T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250126T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250109T123423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T123423Z UID:74111-1737876600-1737905400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:EBRE SHOUEN - JANNET ARTABA Hike on Sun\, Jan 26\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to Ebre Shouwen Jannet with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nCome with us and hike along the bank of “Nahr Ibrahim”!\nWadi Janneh\, as the name reveals\, is a piece of heaven on earth.\nShouwen Hills above Nahr Ibrahim… (It is like the Alps in France)\nEbr meant tomb\, from which other meanings were derived\, so the name also means the River of Lamentations or the Valley of Weeping or the Weepers. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Ebre-Shouwen-Jannet / Nahr Ibrahim.\n============== Keserwan\, 600 meters above sea level\, 40 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, January 26\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n=================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n18 $ /person including transport\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 6%. (17 $ /person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 6% discount (17 $ /person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 13 $ /person\nThere is a 4$ extra entrance fees to Jabal Moussa Reserve. For under 16 years the entrance fee is 2$. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nNahr 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.\nThe Nahr Ibrahim valley offers a varied landscape and is considered one of the most enchanting for hiking in Jbeil Caza\, especially during this season. \nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🌿🥾 In Jannet Chouwen will experience the pleasure of hiking in the majestic nature\, mixed forests with oak\, pine and many other plant species.\n🥇 Our marches with level 4 (approx. 3\,30Hr); will start from Ebre village and take the path in the midle of “Jabal Moussa” passing through trees and bushes where the views are remarkable. Just have to be there to believe! That trail will lead us to “Jannet Artaba”. There we will have lunch at the river bank. This magnificent green forest makes the valley one of the best in the world. \n🥈 Level 5 (approx. 4\,00Hr). \nOn our way back we may stop by historical Phoenician ruins. Overhead at Mashna’a and at Shir El Meidan the impressive remains of a Roman temple and a citadel built on ancient foundations still dominate the scene\, giving a view over the astounding gorge. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/ebre-shouen-jannet-artaba-hike-on-sun-jan-26-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Qartaba ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20240109-WA0011.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250125T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250125T143000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250117T165645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T165645Z UID:74119-1737790200-1737815400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:HABIL ANCIENTS TOWNS Hike on Sat\, Jan 25\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶‍ Hiking Trip to HABIL Village with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\n  \nHabil lies in a splendidly beautiful area in Byblos. \n  \n📌 HIKE LOCATION                       :  Habil /Jbeil / Mount Lebanon                                                           \n===============                          700 – 900 meters above sea level. \n                                                          50 km from Beirut. \n  \n  \n⏳ WHEN                                      :  Saturday\, January 25\, 2025 \n======= \n  \n  \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE               :  Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal El \n=================              Dib\, @ 7:30 AM. \nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church:       https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib \n  \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n  \n  \n💰 FEES:                             \n====== \n10 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures. \nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (9$/person) \nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (9$/ per person). \nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 5 $/person \n  \n  \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT: \n==========================  \n                                                                                                                                   \nThis ancient trail at Habil is different. It is located in Mount Lebanon\, in Byblos area\, and it is one of the highlights places for hike in Lebanon where you can take a lot of unforgettable pictures. \nHIKING LEVEL.1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous \n🌿🥾 Our level 5 is intermediate. It is a beautiful trail\, and it is an amazing walking path of just 10 KM. \n  \nHabil is a very beautiful and peaceful village to hike in. 90% of the track is covered with oak\, olive and pine trees! It is known with its famous ancient church\, Lady of Habil\, where the patriarchs had their headquarters during the middle centuries\, as well as ancient uninhibited houses. The Church overlooks a Saints valley where the highlights of ancient caves in Lebanon and the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the snow-capped summits of Cedars of God to the east. During our hike we will reach a water spring where we can rest and enjoy our picnic lunch. \nHabil’s hike is not just a hike in a very beautiful nature\, along streams\, huge trees\, and breathtaking views; It is a cultural tour as well. \n  \n  \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE: \n==============                 \n  \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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. \n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n  \n  \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO: \n========================= \n  \nPlease 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. \n  \n  \n📋 NOTE: \n====== \nThank 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. \nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below \n https://shorturl.at/mPRUX \nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb   (Page) \nInstagram:   https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/# \nYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \n  \nBest Regards\, \nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers\n  URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/habil-ancients-towns-hike-on-sat-jan-25-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Habil ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_20240303_102020_720-Copy-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250119T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250119T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250103T194106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T101444Z UID:74103-1737271800-1737300600@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:AMMIQ Wetland Hike on Sun\, Jan 19\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to AMMIQ Wetland with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nAmmiq is the biggest swamp in Lebanon (100 hectares) and one of the most important places for migrating birds. It has a watching tower to observe them. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Ammiq / West Bekaa\n=============== 900 meters above sea level.\n10 km from Chtoura. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, January 19\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person\nThere is a 5 $ Extra entrance fee to Aammiq Wetland. \nDESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n======================\nPrepare yourself for an amazing and wonderful trail in the West Bekaa district. At this time of the year\, the color of trees and plants\, the winter with the swamp are Extremely Impressive.\nSo\, this hike in Ammiq is diversified. You get to walk in the swamp and after along the edge of mountains where many trees’ species provide shade and shelter.\nOur visit will begin from the entrance in Ammiq Wetland where a warm and friendly greeting from the reserve team\, accompanied by a presentation of the reserve.\n🌿🥾 HIKING LEVEL: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🥇 Level 4 (8 km approx.) will start from the swamp\, it has a watching tower to observe migrating birds.; making a walk inside the wetland and then will take an uphill path for about 100 meters to reach the top of the mountain. You will get the feeling of being on top of the world! The path will continue straight to reach the hill overlooking Bekaa valley\, then a pine forest\, the old broken-down village of ancient Ammiq\, old churches and a farm. The church is the most ancient part. Bring your cameras with you; you will definitely use them. We will cross by many water sources where the water drops create a unique sort of music. Lunch will be in the vicinity.\n🥈 Level 6 will start from the swamp of Ammik\, pass through three water sources\, a 1300-year-old tree called “shajaret el set”\, nabeh saalouk\, Ain Abed\, Ain el tain\, and finally meet with level 4 for lunch. After lunch will continue in a stretch beautiful trail to Aana village. The total distance is (around 14 km); we will only take short rests. We promise you spectacular views and great scenery. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/ammiq-wetland-hike-on-sun-jan-19-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Aammiq ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG-20240101-WA0031.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250112T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250112T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241223T123326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T123326Z UID:74093-1736667000-1736695800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:BAAKLINE Highlights - Hiking on Sun\, Jan 12\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking Trip to BAAKLINE with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\n\nIt’s one of the most beautiful hikes that will leave wonderful pictures in your memory. Baakline is a true mosaic of nature\, culture and impressive landscapes. At this time of the year\, the color of trees and plants\, the river with the lake are Extremely Impressive.\n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Baakline/Chouf/ In Mount Lebanon\n===============\n1220 meters above sea level.\n52 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, January 12\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📌 HIKE LOCATION:\n================ \nFounded in the 12th century by the Maan emirs\, Baakline served as their capital until the early 17th century when its most famous Emir Fakhreddin II\, moved to Deir el Qamar. Today Baakline is an important Druze town and seat of the sect’s religious leader. The beautiful grand Serail\, the main administrative building of Baakline before World War II\, has been restored and transformed into a public library. In the center of the village stands the palace of Sheikh Hussein Hamadeh\, built in stages starting in 1591. \nThe roots of Lebanon as we know it today go back to Baakleen. Around the year 1120 A.D.\, Amir Maan ibn Rabeaah\, the great grandfather of Amir Fakher Eddine Al Maani the second who established “Lubnan Al Kabeer”\, settled in Baakleen with his tribe. He was supported by his in-laws\, the Tanoukhyeen. Amir Maan was married to the daughter of Amir Noaaman Al Tanoukhy. Historians agree that Baakleen was the capital of the Maani Emirate.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\n🌿🥾 Baakline is a wonderful place for hiking; our hike will be divided into 2 levels:\n🥇 LEVEL 4 (7 km) We will start from Baakline by a visit to the National Library that used to be a prison a long time ago\, the Hamadeh Castle\, Old Church Conserved by el Cheikh\, Old tombs and then we will head to the beautiful forest and hike among trees. We will have the chance to admire breathtaking colored scenery and take memorable photos. At some point we will stop by the Atoun\, and afterward\, we will take the bus to Baakline and wait for the other group to have lunch by the waterfall “Challalat El Zarkaa” and the tall trees. \n🥈 LEVEL 5 (10\,5 Km) Will start walking the same trail of level 4 and will split at some point to reach the river of Baakline at “Challalat El Zarkaa” for lunch.\nWe will all see “Houwwet Raidan” a great natural hole for 70 m depth so be careful!\nOn our way back to Beirut\, we may stop in Deir El Qamar Castle; we will walk the old souk\, discover the great landmarks and take a lot of pictures. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/baakline-highlights-hiking-on-sun-jan-12-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Baakline ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/DSCN0100.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250111T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20250106T190524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T191027Z UID:74106-1736580600-1736614800@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:Snowshoeing ARZ RAB on Sat\, Jan 11\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🏂 Snowshoeing at ARZ EL RAB with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!\n📌 SNOWSHOEING LOCATION : Becharre / North\n======================== 1850 meters above sea level\, 125 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, January 11\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n29 $/person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes warming up\, stretching\, & snowshoes.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 8%. (27 $/person)\nGroups of 5 and plus get a discount of 8%/person (27 $/person)\nWithout snowshoes 20$ and 29$ with snowshoes.\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 22$/Person\nCancellation requests must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event start date. Cancellations received with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the amount of 15$ as a provision for liquidated damages. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n======================== \nArz is a winter resort mostly visited by families. In addition to alpine skiing\, Arz is also one of the best resorts suited for cross-country skiing. \nWalk on the white peaks of our beautiful country and enjoy the fresh air and the great landscape. \nThere will be two groups:\nOur walk there will be in the vast white hills till we reach the Cedars forest. Those who wish to have an easy walk will pass around 5KM (2hours) from the main square of Arz village to the Cedars Forest; the trail will take you to a lovely small white chapel hidden in the heart of the massif. you will have enough time for rest and photo shooting. \nThe others will take a longer path for about 9KM (3 hours); you will continue till you meet the first group in the Cedars Forest for lunch. There you will be able to contemplate that beautiful white landscape of the area and take as many pictures as u wish. \nYou will encounter Kornet El Saouda peak of 3084 m above sea level and Kadisha Valley.\nArz is a destination for vacationers all year long thanks to its beautiful scenery\, dramatic views and pedestrian village. \nThe hidden treasures and beauty of Lebanon are yet to be unveiled. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, woolen hat\, and gloves. Don’t forget anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mention your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on\, and the reservation is preferable until 2 days before the event. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/snowshoeing-arz-rab-on-sat-jan-11-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Arz El Rab ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/DSCN0156.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250105T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250105T163000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241223T103228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T103228Z UID:74090-1736062200-1736094600@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:QADISHA Valley from HAWKA on Sun\, Jan 05\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 Hiking at Annoubine Valley with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nThe view you get to see from the valley is beyond imagination. Once there\, you get the feeling of peace and tranquility. The spiritual atmosphere reigns over the entire valley.\nA Colombian hermit lives in this holy valley. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Qadicha Valley – Wadi Annoubine / Becharre and Zgharta Districts\n===============\nIn the north\, 1200 meters above sea level\, 25 km from Chekka. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, January 05\, 2025\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📌 HIKE LOCATION :\n================== \nIn The Kadisha Valley (also known as Qadisha Valley\, Ouadi Qadisha\, or وادي قاديشا in Arabic) lies within the Becharre and Zgharta Districts of the North Governorate of Lebanon. The valley is a deep gorge carved by the Kadisha River\, also known as the Nahr Abu Ali when it reaches Tripoli. Kadisha means “Holy” in Aramaic\, and the valley\, sometimes called the Holy Valley\, has sheltered Christian monastic communities for many centuries. The Valley which harbors the most ancient Christian monasteries in the world is on the verge of being radiated from the World Heritage list because of serious plagues that are destroying it. \nHistory \nAnnoubine’s history dates back to the 7th century. It has monasteries and sanctuaries spread all over the gorge\, in the form of caves or churches.\nSince the early centuries of Christianity\, the Holy Valley has served as a refuge for those in search of solitude. Historians believe that the Kadisha Valley has had monastic communities continuously since the earliest years of Christianity. It was also at times a destination for Muslim mystics\, or Sufis\, who also visited it for meditation and solitude. \nDESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n======================\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\nThe hike offers three levels:\n🌿🥾 Level 3 (5 km\, Approx.)\, easy trail from Hawka village till Deir Saydet Qannoubine.\n🥇 Level 4 (10 km\, Approx.)\, we will start from Hawka\, visit the hermit\, St. Marina and Deir Saidet Annoubine. It is a wonderful place to visit and we will have enough time to contemplate scenery and take pictures. Then the trail becomes minor ascents and descents all the way to Qadisha River\, to reach the most beautiful waterfalls in Lebanon exist\, the lunch will be there. It is a lovely place\, a breathtaking setting. After lunch\, we will walk all the way to power station\, where the walk ends.\n🥈 Level 5 (13km\, Approx.)\, we will continue walking to reach Mar Licha Monastery. The track cuts through a bushy forest\, all uphill then downhill until we reach the old caves churches (Mar Licha Monastery and Mar Mikhael)\, where we cross Qadicha River\, ultimately returning to the group. \nDescription of the destination \nSaidet Hawka:\nThere you can see a tiny chapel in a huddle of caves and grottos with the barest remnants of fresco paintings. The Aassi Hawka (cave) in particular\, has yielded archaeological items indicating Palaeolithic\, Roman\, and medieval periods of use. A Colombian hermit now resides there. We will have the chance to visit him. \nDeir Saidet Annoubine:\nThis is one of the oldest Monasteries in Lebanon. The monastery was built in a rocky pit\, most probably by Byzantine emperor Theodos the Great in 379 – 395. Deir Annoubine monastery was to become the seat of the Maronite Patriarch in the 15th century and to remain so for 500 years. The monastery was rehabilitated in 1990 and is now used by the Antonine Sisters who welcome pilgrims to spend the night. \nSt. Marina:\nThe chapel of St. Marina now holds the tombs of eighteen patriarchs. The chapel of St. Marina stands in the memory of a girl named Marina who entered Annoubine monastery disguised as a monk. (The whole story will be told during the hike). \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/qadisha-valley-from-hawka-on-sun-jan-05-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Annoubine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG-20240325-WA0154.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250104T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250104T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241229T082110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T082110Z UID:74099-1735977600-1736006400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:Snowshoeing - LAQLOUQ - on Sat\, Jan 04\, 2025 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🏂 Snowshoeing at LAQLOUQ with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nThe snows cover our land\, but where we are going with Dale?\nSo\, Laqlouq is a destination for vacationers all year long thanks to its beautiful scenery\, dramatic views\, and pedestrian village. Will walk on the white peaks of our beautiful Laqlouq and enjoy the fresh air and the great landscape. \n📌 SNOWSHOEING LOCATION : Laqlouq / Byblos/ Mount Lebanon\n======================= 1750 to 2000 meters above sea level\,\n69 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, January 04\, 2025\n====== \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal\n================= El Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n27 $/person including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes warming up\, stretching\, & snowshoes.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 8%. (25 $/person)\nGroups of 5 and plus get a discount of 8%/person (25 $/person)\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 20$/Person \nWithout snowshoes 17$ and 27$ with snowshoes.\nCancellation requests must be received at least 24 hours prior to the event start date. Cancellations received with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the amount of 15$ as a provision for liquidated damages. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n======================== \nGleaming! This is the meaning of the name Laqlouq\, the gleam of the year-round snows!\nLaqlouq is a winter resort\, encircled by jagged ridges and terraces bearing thousands of trees. In addition to alpine skiing\, Laqlouq is also one of the best resorts suited for cross-country skiing. Mostly visited by families\, Laqlouq had its first ski lift installed in 1958\, followed by major enhancements to the slopes and the creation of a (very) qualified ski school. \nAs usual\, there will be two levels of difficulty. \n🥇 Level 3: About 6 KM (3 hours) An easy walk\, with very light ascents and descents. It is ideal for picture taking. It will be a great snowshoeing session and a lovely day with the group. \n🥈 Level 5: About 10 KM (3.5 hours) It is a moderate walk with long ascents\, but not steep ones. This level is strictly for advanced walkers; long delay is not an option.\nPhotos shall be taken on the move or when we stop for a break. \nYou will be able to see rare views particular to this altitude terrain. The scenery is great! Changes from this stage\, you will pass through white peaks\, giving the impression of being in the sky. The trail will take you to a beautiful lake\, it’s quiet and you will have lunch in this beautiful area.\nThe hidden treasures and beauty of Lebanon are yet to be unveiled. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost your energy include dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, woolen hat\, and gloves. Don’t forget anything waterproof to prevent your clothes from getting wet. 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mention your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on\, and the reservation is preferable until 2 days before the event. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/snowshoeing-laqlouq-on-sat-jan-04-2025-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Laqlouq ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG-20240129-WA0005.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241222T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241222T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241219T114228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T120734Z UID:74082-1734852600-1734881400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:BENTAEL Hike for a cause at & CHRISTMAS TOUR at BYBLOS on Sun\, Dec 22\, 2024 كل فشخة بترسم بسمة with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:“We only have what we give” – Isabelle Allende\nDear Lebanon Explorers\,\nit’s the perfect time of the year to give and help drawing a smile on children faces.\nSo mark it on your calendar: this December 17\, a charity event will take place and we will be hiking at Bentael – Mechhellene to support “Monks of the brothers and Nuns of the Sisters of Jesus crucified” in their mission.\n“رهبان اخوة الصليب و راهبات أخوات يسوع المصلوب”\nThey are taking care of abandoned babies/new born found on their doors and every step\, every backing will help them. They bear seeds of authentic faith\, and live that faith through prayer and asceticism; they have led a committed community life of brotherly love deep rooted in individual prayers and work hard with their hands.\nAll the proceeds will go to the convent. \n🚶 Hiking through the forest with cultural heritage and archeological sites!! And Christmas tour at Byblos. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Kfarmashoun – Bentael /Jbeil / Mount Lebanon\n=============== 300 to 850 meters above sea level.\n8.5 km from Byblos. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, December 22\, 2024\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person\nThere are 100.000 LL Extra Entrance fees to Bentael reserve. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nWe at Dale Corazon are thrilled to share with you this Christmas hike on Sun. the 22nd\, where we will be visiting Bentael and Byblos followed by a Buche de Noel gathering celebrating the birth of Jesus where each one of the hikers is kindly asked to add a Christmas accessory of any sort to his/her outfit.\nBentael\, in the Phoenician language means God’s home (Beit – EL). In fact\, this village dates back to the Phoenician era. It stands royally on a harmonious set of hills at an average altitude of 500 meters over one of the most renowned and important historic capitals of culture the city of Byblos\, this Phoenician city that bequeathed the alphabet to the world.\nFoxes wander in its valleys and multicolored butterflies sip the delicious liquid of the flowers. Bentael is the first protected area which was developed by a non-government organization in 1981. The reserve is situated in the flight path of migratory hawks\, eagles and other raptors and is enjoyed by bird enthusiasts\, declared in 2008 as an Important Bird Area (IBA). \nWill have the opportunity to get to know a great talented Lebanese artist JOSEPH TOUFIC MATAR. “His eyes embrace all\, but he sees in depths beyond what his eyes see\, perceiving what only the Spirit can perceive!”\nYou will visit his museum and studio during our hike.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous\nLEVEL 5 (Distance of 12 km – 4 Hrs approx.) is a combination of uphill\, straight and downhill inclinations. You will start from the Reserve and pass though very tall trees glorifying God. You will also notice old hermitages carved in the rocks dating back for more than 1500 years “the St. John’s rock-cut” chapel. This 12th century dwelling is located at 8m above the ground and can be reached from the hiking trail. It is composed of three cavities. Researchers believe that the first one was used for habitation as a refuge in case of attack\, the second shelter is the remains of St. John’s chapel\, and the third is a water reservoir for approximately 2.5m deep and 2 m wide used to collect rain water. There are stone sculptures as well illustrating “the Sacrifice in the Phoenician Culture” from around 1500 B.C. You will visit the museum of Mr. Joseph Mattar and if we were lucky\, we may meet him and talk to him about his artworks. Afterwards you will walk back to Kfarmashoun in a long amazing trail and you will have enough time to contemplate those incredible sceneries and take a lot of photos.\nLEVEL 3 will take an easier track\, after visiting the attractive spot overlooking magnificent mountains views\, the bird watching tower of the reserve. You will have some rest\, take as many photos as you wish and then continue the hike in the reserve of Bentael with level 5\, admiring old hermitages\, dense pine forests and great views. Lunch will be outside the reserve.\nOn our way back to Beirut\, you will pass by Byblos to visit Christmas tree and Roman ruins around it. It is a great place to end the hike.\nBentael’s hike is not just a hike in a very beautiful nature\, along old sites\, pine trees\, and breathtaking views; It is a cultural tour as well. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/bentael-hike-for-a-cause-at-christmas-tour-at-byblos-on-sun-dec-22-2024-%d9%83%d9%84-%d9%81%d8%b4%d8%ae%d8%a9-%d8%a8%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%b3%d9%85-%d8%a8%d8%b3%d9%85%d8%a9-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-e/ LOCATION:BENTAEL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/20191222_115648-2-rotated.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241221T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241221T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241213T171425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T171542Z UID:74073-1734766200-1734795000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:ANFEH -CHEKKA-BATROUN Highlights - Tour on Sat\, Dec 21\, 2024 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:Christmas Time\n🚶 Cultural Tour at ANFEH\, CHEKKA & BATROUN with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\n📌 TOUR LOCATION : Anfeh/Koura – Batroun city/ Batroun – In the North\n================ Sea level.\n63 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, December 21\, 2024\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal El\n================== Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n==========================\nAnfeh is an old town that goes to the Canaanite-Phoenician era. It was mentioned as “Ambi” in Tall-El-Amarina letters\, in the 14th century B.C. It was also mentioned in the Assyrian engravings during the reign of King Asr-Hadoun (681-669 B.C).\nDuring the Greek-Roman era\, Anfeh was mentioned as “Trieres”\, which means the ship with three rows of oars.\nIn the Byzantine Empire\, “Trieres” was mentioned in a wider aspect. It was a patriarchal center\, and its pastor participated in the Council of Chalcedon in 451 A.C. It was destroyed by the earthquake that hit the Mediterranean eastern coast in the middle of the 6th century (551 A.C).\nIn the seventh century AC\, Anfeh became a part of the Arab empire. It was mentioned in the Hadith of Prophet Mohammed that Anfeh was a strong barrier in the Roman sea. It is also known that Muawiya\, the founder of the Umayyad dynasty\, built a part of his military fleet in it.\nThe Crusades occupied Anfeh early in the 12th century. They called it “Nafin” and rebuilt its marine citadel [The Citadel of Anfeh].\nIn 1289 A.C\, Al-Mamaleek lead by Sultan Qalawun obliged the Crusades to withdraw from Anfeh. They destroyed its marine citadel and threw part of its stones in the sea. Afterward\, they made Anfeh the center of a district consisting of Al-Koura and Bcharreh areas.\nDuring the Ottoman occupation\, Anfeh became the administrative center for the Side of Anfeh that consisted of 13 villages and 14 farms. Later\, it became the center of Qaza Al-Koura (district of Al-Koura) during winter\, and a Serail [The Old Serail] was built in its southern area.\nDuring the French mandate\, Anfeh was an important base. During World War II\, a military airport was built in Al-Sawdat\, southern Anfeh.\nSince the independence of Lebanon\, in 1943\, Anfeh has been playing a significant role in different social\, academic\, political\, and economic aspects of the country.\nThe name Batroun is related to the Greek Botrys\, which was later Latinized Botrus. Historians believe that the Greek name of the town originates from the Phoenician word\, bater\, which means to cut and it refers to the maritime wall that the Phoenicians built in the sea to protect them from tidal waves. \nOur tour\, due to its privileged location on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea; will be an easy and beautiful trail at Anfeh. First\, we will go and take an easy path leading to “Saidet el Natour”\, an old historical monastery\, due to its strategic location it was invaded by all kinds of soldiers who passed through this area.\nLater on\, we will walk in the old village rich in ruins and caves and visit a very old Byzantine church (Our Lady of the wind) and the Citadel of Anfeh located on a peninsula known as “Rass Anfeh” and considered a Crusader residue characterized by its rock-cut channel (Al-Khandaq)\, we will encounter as well old graves\, mosaic pieces\, Salinas\, wind wheels\, hills\, caves olive presses\, and Phoenician salt pans\, where you can take a lot of unforgettable pictures.\nA tour inside the castle will take place before proceeding to Nabu\, a modern and exceptional museum in Chekka hosting a rare collection of mosaics and historical pieces from the Mediterranean coastline\, as well as permanent exhibitions by local artists.\nLater will head to Batroun\, crossing by the Chekka tunnel\, which is currently one of the top tourism destinations in Lebanon.\nWe will visit Batroun (Christmas village) the historical “St. Stephan’s Cathedral” near El Basha Bay\, walk in the old Souk\, reach the “Phoenician wall and Fortress” and visit “Our Lady of the Sea” to finish our walk at “Makaad el Mir”.\nA delicious seafood sandwich lunch will follow in a popular seafood shop/restaurant in Batroun.\nOn our way back to Beirut\, we may stop in Batroun to drink fresh Lemonade.\nDiversified.? Yes! You will encounter a lot of things on this tour! \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n=======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/anfeh-chekka-batroun-highlights-tour-on-sat-dec-21-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Anfeh ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/246272964_4408096955978269_7128807971777341093_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241215T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241215T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241209T091113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T091113Z UID:74070-1734247800-1734276600@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:BAATOUTA WATERFALL - Hidden Gems on Sun\, Dec 15\, 2024 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:Challalat El-Assi in BAATOUTA with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nAmazing 🚶 Trail\, Ruins of Faqra – Kfardebian Forest – Waterfall Baatouta with Dale Corazon – L.E. \nIt’s Wintertime!! and what better time to go hiking\, and explore Lebanon’s amazing mountains\, golden flowery scenery\, waterfalls\, and sparkling Lakes!! The magnificent golden forest mixed with oak\, pine\, and many other plant species makes the trail one of the most beautiful hikes that will leave wonderful pictures in your memory\, especially during this season. \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Kfardebian -Baatouta / Kesrouan/ Mount Lebanon\n================ 1250 to 1610 meters above sea level.\n46 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Sunday\, Dec15\, 2024\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n==================\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \n💰 FEES:\n=======\n19 $ including 🚌 transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (17$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (17$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person\nThere is a 50.000LL Extra Entrance fee to ruins of Faqra if you want to visit. \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n=========================== \nThis time we are going for a new beautiful hike\, to the stunning Mountains at Kfardebian and Baatouta village.\nWe will experience the fascinating Lebanese wild nature with its colorful trees and herbs\, chirping birds\, fresh breeze and rushing water. \nThe name Kfardebian originates from the Semitic language and perhaps descended from the Syriac\, which gives it the meaning of “The Village of Deers”. The history of the village goes way back to an era that is still obscure because of the absence of archeological and historical assets.\nThe ruins of Faqra\, the traditional Lebanese houses\, the old and new bridges\, and the remaining mills in the Valley of the Cross are the best proofs of the importance of the village and its rich historical originality.\nBqaatouta It is home for the Sannine bottled water company. The village is surrounded by the highest peaks of Metn and Keserwan and lies at the sources of the dog river (Nahr el Kalb) separating the two casas. Bqaatouta falls is the hidden gems.\nThis trail is a mixed with between section 13 of Lebanon Mountain Trail and Baatouta waterfalls Trail.\nDuring the hike\, we will pass by green landscape\, artificial lakes\, streams\, springs\, golden forests\, waterfalls\, old Monasteries\, wooden bridges\, ruins\, Phoenician tombs\, Etc\, Diversified…? Yes! We will encounter a lot of things in this hike! \nHIKING LEVELS: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nOur hike will be divided into 2 levels:\n🥇 We will hike around 8 Km approx. as level 4\, for just 3\,30 hours\, will start at Faqra Ruins\, there the impressive remains of a Roman temple and a citadel built on ancient foundations still dominate the scene\, giving a view over the astounding gorge\, the trail will lead us to a wonderful wooden bridge and there we can take as many of photos as we desire and after towards an old Monastery (Deir El-Saydet Al-Niyah). The second part of the trail by bus to Assi River where one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Lebanon exist.\n🥈 Level 5 (13 Km approx. 4:30Hr) Once we reach the Old Monastery\, those who wants will continue Uphill and head towards ‘’Shallalat El-Assi”\, then downhill until we join the other group. That part of the trail offers many scenic spots and adventure. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n=============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n=========================== \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n========\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below https://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/baatouta-waterfall-hidden-gems-on-sun-dec-15-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Bqaatouta ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG-20240404-WA0057.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241214T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241207T161946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T162536Z UID:74064-1734161400-1734188400@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:KFARMATTA Fall- EL FIZR - Hiking on Sat\, Dec 14\, 2024 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:🚶 FIZER KFARMATTA Hike with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nKfarmatta Fall is a true mosaic of nature\, culture\, and impressive landscapes. The view is mesmerizing where we will pass through a naturally-made fissure between two rocks (Al-Fuzer)\, and walk through the Kfar Matta farm! \n📌 HIKE LOCATION : Kfarmatta/Aley/ In Mount Lebanon\n===============\n750-200 meters above sea level.\n32 km from Beirut. \n⏳ WHEN : Saturday\, December 14\, 2024\n======= \n🕢 ENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Abda Church parking facing the New bridge\, Jal El\n================= Dib\, @ 7:30 AM.\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib \nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:45 AM \n💰 FEES:\n======\n20 $ including 🚌 transport\, professional guides\, local guide\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own 🚗 vehicles 15 $/person \n📜 DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n========================== \nThis time we are heading to discover a beautiful village located in Aley District\, altitude 700m\, 32 km away from Beirut\, KFARMATTA\, famous for its natural rock fissure called Fizr and its breathtaking scenery overlooking Beirut and the Mediterranean Sea. \nThe word “Kfar” means town in Latin and the word “Matta” is Matthew’s Monastery. The village dates back to 1300 B.C; we will visit the ruins of a vintage Silk factory\, since 1860\, where we will hike through the scenery of green and autumn-colored leaves!\nFrom there\, we’ll pass by the village till we take an agricultural trail full of olive\, orange\, and pine trees. We’ll cross on our way to beautiful old mills and we’ll pass by a river-related to Damour river. Our trail will lead us to the famous Al Fizr naturally-formed rock fissure and we’ll continue up till we reach the end of the trail.\nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nKfarmatta is a wonderful place for hiking; our hike will be divided into 2 levels:\nLEVEL 4 (approx.7 km) is downhill and straight beautiful trail. Will start from a piazza at 280 meters’ elevation. We will experience the fascinating Lebanese wild nature with its colorful trees and herbs\, chirping birds\, fresh breeze\, and rushing water. The scenery is really beyond description. We will have enough time for meditation\, photo shooting and fun. We will have lunch together beside the river\, rest a bit\, and then continue to Al Fizr.\nLevel 5 (approx.12 km) The extra part of that trail is Downhill at the beginning\, will start from Kfarmatta village at 600 meters’ elevation and take a trail between the old olive trees. \n🎒 WHAT TO TAKE:\n============== \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \n☎️ FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n========================= \nPlease 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. \n📋 NOTE:\n======\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below\nhttps://shorturl.at/mPRUX\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/# \nFor more information\, kindly visit our website: http://www.dalecorazon.com/ \nBest Regards\,\nDale ❤️ Corazon – Lebanon 🇱🇧 Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/kfarmatta-fall-el-fizr-hiking-on-sat-dec-14-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Kfarmatta ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG-20240219-WA0081.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241208T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241126T072757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T072757Z UID:74053-1733643000-1733670000@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:GHOSTA-AIN WARKA New Trail on Sun\, Dec 08\, 2024 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:New Hiking Trip to BATHA – GHOSTA – AIN WARKA the hidden gem with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS!!!\nWe are going for a unique event\, to a new territory\, to a new experience\, it’s wonderful\nEVENT LOCATION:\n============== \nGhosta/ Keserwan / Mount Lebanon. One of the most traditional villages. \nThe village nestled in the heart of Keserwan are located in Keserwan District just 30 kilometers from the capital Beirut towards North\, on an elevation of 700 – 900 above sea level. Numerous magnificent landscapes to be enjoyed during our hike absolutely approving that this is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in our treasured Lebanon. \nWHEN : Sunday\, December 08\, 2024\n===== \nENCOUNTER PLACE : Mar Maroun Church Parking\, Dora @ 7:30 AM\n===============\nDriving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \nFEES:\n=====\n20 $ including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$/person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$/ per person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 15$/person \nDESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n====================== \nGhosta is a Lebanese village that overlooks the bay of Jounieh with breathtaking panoramic views that stretch from Tripoli to Beirut. \nMost of the trail we will pass by\, are known for its pine trees that surround the village\, and embrace the oaks\, and olive trees while hiking and the unique rocks. \nWe will walk in the narrow streets to see some old landmarks\, such as the old olive trees\, water springs\, Wooden bridges and the old churches including Deir Baklouch\, Deir Mar Youhanna El Kreim in Ghosta and Jabal El Rahme\, and finally\, Deir Ain Warka. \nJabal El Rahme – Mount of Mercy\nNestled within the Mount of Mercy project\, the tallest statue of Jesus Christ. This project comprises a chapel dedicated to “Mother Teresa” and a museum honoring Saint John Paul II. The statue’s total height reaches 22 meters\, inclusive of its 10-meter base. \nAin Warka Monastery (Mar Antonios)\nThe Ain Warka Monastery is a historical landmark located in the town of Ain Warka\, boasting a rich history dating back to the 13th century when it was initially constructed by Maronite monks. Once serving as a hub for learning\, it has now become a favored destination for individuals passionate about religious tourism and history. \nThis place represents the best image of the old lifetime in Lebanon. \nHIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous.\nThe trail will start from Sahel Alma where will see a panoramic view the whole Gulf of Jounieh and Beirut cityscape can be seen\, later will visit Mar Youhanna El Kreim\, then we will begin walking down through the pine and oak forest into a magnificent tunnel\, and our hike will be divided to two levels: \nLevel 4 plus Around 8 Km\, Deir Mar Youhanna El Kreim\, will take a mostly easy path with beautiful landscapes. On our way to Deir Ain Warka\, we will witness also old houses\, wooden bridges and water springs. \nLevel 6 Around 11 km\, starting from Sahel Alma where we will split into both groups per level. Will take uphill trail to get to the top of the hill to watch panoramic views. The two groups will meet in the Ain al-Warka Monastery. \nGhosta’s hike is not just a hike in a very beautiful nature\, along streams\, huge trees\, and breathtaking views. It is a cultural tour as well. \nWHAT TO TAKE:\n============ \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses 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.\n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \nFOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n======================= \nPlease 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. \nNOTE:\n=====\nThank 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.\nDear all\, we kindly ask you to write us a review on our google page. Your corporation is highly appreciated; it is very important for us. You can use the link below.\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/# \nhttps://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/ghosta-ain-warka-new-trail-on-sun-dec-08-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Ghosta ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-20241028-WA0097.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241207T073000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20241207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T060900 CREATED:20241128T080026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T080026Z UID:74057-1733556600-1733587200@dalecorazon.com SUMMARY:KFARHELDA WATERFALL to KAFTOUN\, Fall Hike on Sat\, Dec 07\, 2024 with DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS DESCRIPTION:Trail of stairs… 788 steps to heaven.\nHiking at KFARHELDA – MEJDEL – KAFTOUN with DALE CORAZON – LEBANON EXPLORERS\nColorful Fall Hike\,\nCome and experience the pleasant moments of hiking along the bank of “Nahr El-Jawz”\, and discover the best trail prepared for you with marvelous wildflowers\, ancient mills and bridges\, archeological findings\, old caves\, and demolished ancient shacks along the river bed.\nNaher El Jawz river runs through Bsetines el-Ossi (the Gardens of Ossi) where the most beautiful waterfalls in Lebanon exist. Confronted by the water\, the greenery\, and the plunging falls\, you would imagine yourself in Paradise. On February 24\, 1998\, the environment minister listed Nahr El-Jawz as a National and Historic Heritage Site. \nHIKE LOCATION : Kfar Helda – Mejdel – Kaftoun / Batroun-koura / North\n============ 450-600 meters above sea level\, 68 km from Beirut. \nWHEN : Saturday\, December 07\, 2024\n===== \nENCOUNTER PLACE : Saint Abda Church parking facing the New-bridge\, Jal\n=============== El Dib @ 7:30 AM\nDriving directions to Saint Abda Church: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Saint+Abda+Church+-+Jal+El+Dib\nOr Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg.\, Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM \nFEES:\n====\n20 $ /person including transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman)\, professional guides\, 5 minutes of warming up\, stretching\, and pictures.\nChildren 18 years old and younger will have a discount of 10%. (18$ /person)\nMake your group of 5 persons (& more) and get a 10% discount (18$ /person).\nOptional transportation by your own vehicles 15 $ /person \nDESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:\n====================== \n🌿🥾 Dive into a nature adventure with Dale Corazon on our thrilling “KFARHELDA WATERFALL to KAFTOUN Hike” on Saturday\, December 07\, 2024. 🌺 Embrace the beauty of Lebanon as we embark on a journey filled with exploration and wonder. \nSo\, grab this opportunity to witness nature in all its colors. The wildflowers are so colorful along the riverbank\, spreading red\, purple\, yellow\, and white sparkles all over the ground. \nThe river has a unique beauty drawn by the hands of God. It renders possible the cultivation of a number of small private properties\, watering the gardens and plots of farmland in Kfar Helda\, Beit Shlela\, and Kaftoun. The Ruins of many monasteries and churches are scattered around the villages. \nHIKING LEVEL: 1 to 3 for easy\, 4 to 6 for intermediate\, 7 to 9 for strenuous. \nOur hike will be divided into 2 levels: \nLevel 3-4; Medium – Easy level. Trail around 3 hours\, we will start from Kfar Hilda village at Naher El Jawz River and take the path near “Waterfalls” passing through trees and bushes that will lead you to the source\, and to the old St. Jean Monastery. Then we will hike to Mejdel\, we will see impressive waterfalls\, water streams\, and ancient footpaths. We will end up hiking next to the water channel in Mejdel.\nLevel 3-4 will reach the electricity company by bus; the exceptional Trail of stairs is there… 788 steps to heaven. \nLevel 5 (14 Km approx. 4:00Hr) The same trail as level 4\, the difference is; will reach the electricity company instead of Mejdel Village\, and continue back to Batroun. \nThis hiking event\, is an opportunity to connect with nature\, challenge yourself\, and create unforgettable memories. \nWHAT TO TAKE:\n============ \nHealthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits\, lunch\, water\, cap\, sunglasses\, 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. \n==There will be a breakfast stop along the way== \nFOR RESERVATION AND INFO:\n======================= \nPlease Call 00961-70-986118 / 00961-70-997062 and by sending an SMS\, or WhatsApp mentions your name\, surname\, and the event you wish to join us on. \nNOTE:\n=====\nThank 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.\nYou can join our group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/dalecorazon/ (group) and https://www.facebook.com/dalecorazonleb (Page)\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dale.corazon.leb.explorers/#\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dale+Corazon+-+Lebanon+Explorers \nBest Regards\,\nDale Corazon – Lebanon Explorers URL:https://dalecorazon.com/event/kfarhelda-waterfall-to-kaftoun-fall-hike-on-sat-dec-07-2024-with-dale-corazon-lebanon-explorers/ LOCATION:Kfarhelda ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dalecorazon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG-20240404-WA0054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DALE CORAZON - LEBANON EXPLORERS":MAILTO:dalecorazon@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR