JOIN CYCLAMEN HIKE Chbaniye 13 December
For bookings please contact TAREK on 70 205275
Forget about rushing through shopping malls this Sunday - join us instead for a energizing hike in the Chouf region. And if you are looking for some gifts why don't you support the local community ; we will make a short stop to buy some great products from the area , such as delicious pickles, jams, spices, herbs and superb olive oil soaps.
The weather this Sunday is expected to be cloudy with a few scattered showers so make sure that you bring a waterproof jacket and hood in case of rain.
We will hike a trail from Chbaniye(1,100m) which will take us through a pine forest, crossing a river to visit an abandoned mill. We will hike on through the forest to reach an abandoned monastery , built in 1884. Here we will take a break for a picnic lunch in the shelter of oak trees.
We will then continue on to view an 18th Bani el Sawat grave monument , We will be joined by a guide from the region to enrich our hiking experience .
On arrival in the mountains we will make a stop to buy supplies for our picnic to support the local community. Our hike will take around 5 hours ; be sure to wear appropriate hiking shoes and a waterproof jacket.
ABOUT CYCLAMEN: Our philosophy is to increase awareness of Lebanon's natural and cultural heritage through non-profit activities which include hikes and treks in rural regions. We always aim to hire local guides for the hikes and encourage visitors to purchase food locally.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
-Level: uphill 500m / moderate; length 15 km
-7.40 Departure Starbucks, Hamra.
-7.55 Departure Beirut, SODECO SQUARE car park.
-What to bring? ID or passport, hiking footwear, waterproof jacket, cap, sun cream, sunglasses, healthy snacks and 1 1/2 of water.
-Price per person: 35.000LL (students 25.000LL) includes: transport, tour leader, local guide & insurance.
Reservation dead line: Friday. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL.
For bookings and questions please contact Tarek on 70 205275 and he will be more than happy to assist you. Look forward to seeing you.
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Sabina
Sabina Llewellyn-Davies
Selim Wehbe Bldg | Rue Athene
Sioufi | Ashrafieh | Beirut
Tel.: +961 3 235 558
