Chouwen: Private Guided Hiking Experience

Join us for an exciting adventure in Chouwen, just 1 hour and 10 minutes from Beirut! Our hike begins on a simple trail under the trees, leading us to a famous balcony with beautiful views of the lake, perfect for taking photos. Then, we’ll follow a hidden path near the river to reach a secret cave where you can swim in the clear, blue water. To get to this hidden gem, we will cross the river twice, adding a bit of extra fun to our journey.

Highlights

• Hike in Chouwen and explore a beautiful trail under the trees.
• Visit the Famous Balconyand enjoy stunning views of the lake and take great photos.
• Enjoy a secret path to a hidden cave and discover a lesser-known trail near the river.
• Relax and swim in the crystal clear blue waters of the hidden cave.
• Add a little adventure by crossing the river twice.

Trip Itinerary

• Travel from Beirut to Chouwen (1 hour & 10 minutes).
• Start the hike and begin on a simple trail under the trees.
• Reach the famous balcony with lake views, perfect for pictures.
• Explore the hidden path and follow a wild trail near the river.
• Enjoy swimming in the crystal-clear water in the hidden cave.
• Add some excitement by crossing the river twice.
• Head back to Beirut after a day full of adventure and discovery.
  

Additional Information

• Location: Bank Byblos at Okaibe
• Availability; All week except Sundays
• Distance: Average 9 km
• Trail Type: Two ways
• Difficulty Level: Moderate+ (6+/10)
• Moving Time: Average 3 hours
• Elevation gain: +300
• Elevation loss: -300

What to wear and get

1. Hiking or sports pants
2. Shoes with a good grip, and extra shoes
3. Towel
4. Swimsuit
5. Hat
6. Face mask
7. Headlamp
8. Backpack
9. 1.5 L of water
10. Healthy snacks

Important to read before booking

Know before you go

Physical ID/Passport must be presented on arrival

All customers must arrive 20 minutes prior to the booking