The Boukaat Loubnan Trail name is derived from the Old Testament giving the name to the Bekaa Valley. This trail is the first long distance trail across the mountains of the Bekaa Valley covering the Western and the Eastern Mountain Chain known as the Anti Lebanon.
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day adventure on the Boukaat Loubnan Trail, a historic trek that takes its name from the Old Testament and winds its way across the majestic mountains of the Bekaa Valley. This challenging trail spans both the Western and Eastern Mountain Chains, also known as the Anti Lebanon, offers stunning natural beauty and encounters with a variety of wildlife, as well as opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture with friendly and welcoming locals. Divided into three sections: the North Bekaa Trail, the Anti Lebanon Trail, and the Mount Hermon Tour Trail. Enjoy a variety of accommodations ranging from camping, cozy local guesthouses, rustic bivouacking, and charming chalets and hotels, and indulge in delicious traditional dishes served for dinner and breakfast, with the option to pack your lunch from leftovers. A must-do for both experienced hikers and novice adventurers alike.
Itinerary:
Day 1: PM departure from Beirut to Deir el Ahmar
Overnight: Deir el Ahmar
Accommodation: Cabin
Day 2: From Yammoune to Ainata
Transfer in the Morning to Yammoune
Trail Odometer: 22 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 648 / 552 m
Overnight: Ainata
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Day 3: From Ainata to Oyoun Orghosh
Trail Odometer: 11 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 559 / 38 m
Overnight: Oyoun Orghosh
Accommodation: Camping
Day 4: From Oyoun Orghosh to Hermel
Overnight: Hermel
Accommodation: Lodge
Trail Odometer: 17 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 500 / 500 m
Day 5: From Hermel to Qornet el Ashra
Transfer to Hike departure point in the morning and Back from the hike destination arrival point to the Lodge
Trail Odometer: 16 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 800 / 800m
Overnight: Hermel
Accommodation: Lodge
Day 6: From Marjhine to Brissa
Transfert to Al Qaa at night
Trail Odometer: 10.5 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 214 / 661 m
Overnight: Al Qaa
Accommodation: Cabins
Day 7: From Al Qaa to Al Qaa
Transfert to Ras Baalbek at Night
Trail Odometer: 14 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 726 / 672 m
Overnight: Ras Baalbek
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Day 8: From Ras Baalbak to AL Ain
Transfert to Daher el Ahmar at Night
Trail Odometer: 11 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 600 / 600 m
Overnight: Daher el Ahmar
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 9: From Aita el Fekhar to Mdoukha
Transfert to Aita el fokhar in the morning and Daher el Ahmar at Night
Trail Odometer: 15 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 600 / 600 m
Overnight: Daher el Ahmar
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 10: From Mdoukha to Dahr el Ahmar
Transfert to Mdoukha in the morning and to Daher el Ahmar at Night
Trail Odometer: 15 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 600 / 600 m
Overnight: Daher el Ahmar
Accommodation: Hotel
Day 11: From Rashaya to Ein Hershe and back to Beirut
Transfert to Rashaya in the morning and back to Beirut at Night
Trail Odometer: 18 Km
Approximate Ascent / Descent: 800 / 1000 m